Walk into any gym and you can tell instantly if it’s the kind of place in which you don’t mind get sweaty and red in the face. Membership fees these days aren’t cheap, and your facilities should reflect this. No-one wants to work out amid peeling paint, chipped lockers and worn-out counters and reception desks – for a start, it’s bloody awful for motivation! That said, gyms and leisure facilities get a lot of hammer, and a full refit is expensive, messy and usually means closing the doors for a while.
That’s why so many fitness and leisure spaces are turning to vinyl wrapping as a much more efficient, better-looking and sustainable solution.
Instead of ripping out furniture, panels or doors, vinyl wrapping companies such as Fusion Surfaces cover them with high-performance architectural film that looks and feels like the real thing. Wood, marble, brushed steel – you name it – the finish is smart, durable and easy to clean, which keeps everything looking sharp long after the morning rush has come and gone.
When we worked with the Woodland Spa in Burnley, they’d just completed a huge £16 million expansion. The challenge was to update key areas without disturbing the guests or shutting down parts of the building. We wrapped lift surrounds, vanity units and IPS panels in films that matched the spa’s new look. One installer plus two days equals no drama! The lifts stayed in use, treatments continued and the transformation blended easily into the new design.
Now that’s the appeal of vinyl wrapping. It can be applied quickly, without noise or dust, and is ready to use straight away. It suits the constant pace of gyms, leisure centres and spas, where downtime is rarely an option. Most importantly, it costs a fraction of replacing everything.
There’s also a sustainability bonus. Instead of sending perfectly good furniture to landfill, wrapping gives it a second life. For businesses that care about environmental impact, it’s a practical way to make design choices that feel responsible as well as stylish.
From bold colours that lift energy in the gym to soft, neutral tones that calm a spa, vinyl brings flexibility without fuss. It keeps facilities looking modern, on-brand and welcoming for years to come.
Not every upgrade needs to start with demolition. Sometimes, the smartest move is simply a wrap.
Contact us here to talk more about your next refurbishment!
