Barely a day goes by when the Fusion Surfaces team doesn’t pass a skip outside a commercial refurbishment project, full of perfectly good doors, wardrobes and panels ripped out to be carted off to landfill. All that waste, simply to change how something looks. As a company that takes environmental concerns seriously, that just doesn’t sit right with us. However, there is a better way…
Vinyl wrapping transforms existing fixtures without removing them, offering a cleaner, faster and more sustainable alternative. Rather than throwing out materials that still serve a purpose, wrapping allows you to keep what you already have, updating the appearance without replacing the item itself. It reduces physical waste and the environmental impact of refurbishment.
By wrapping instead of replacing, businesses can cut down on the landfill mountain. A typical renovation might remove timber doors, hardware and cabinetry that are still perfectly functional. Vinyl wrapping preserves these and gives them a new finish, getting the same visual result without unnecessary waste.
A smarter, more sustainable way to renovate
Traditional refurb projects usually take a lot of time, materials and hard work. Wrapping is a quicker, easier option. Why? Because the film goes straight onto the surfaces you already have, which means faster turnaround, lower costs and less harm to the environment.
Plus, high-quality vinyl is built to last. It’s tough enough for busy commercial spaces, resists scratches and fading, and helps you avoid tossing stuff out by making your fixtures last longer.
If your business is trying to hit sustainability goals, vinyl wrapping is a smart move. It helps you get more use out of what you already have and cuts down the need for new materials and polluting manufacturing processes.
Case Study: Staycity Aparthotel, Birmingham
A good example is our work with Staycity Aparthotel in Birmingham. The client was all about keeping things sustainable and wanted to update 15 apartments without creating waste. Each apartment had three internal doors, a wardrobe and a guest-facing door; all still solid, just looking a bit worn.
After testing everything out in one apartment, Staycity gave Fusion Surfaces the green light for a full rollout. We teamed up with the hotel’s contractor to make sure everything lined up with their bigger refurb plans. In just two days, our five-person crew wrapped 45 doors, 15 wardrobes and 15 entrance panels using custom-coloured LX Hausys architectural film.
We prepped each surface properly to get a smooth, long-lasting finish. The stark white doors were swapped for a softer grey tone, giving every room a warmer, more stylish feel.
Nothing was thrown out, and aside from the film, no new materials were needed. That meant way less waste and a lower carbon footprint, plus the place got a fresh, modern upgrade. The project saved money and proved that smart, sustainable refurbishments can hit both design and environmental targets.
Making refurbishment work smarter
Vinyl wrapping is not just a design choice. It proves that style and sustainability can work together. Businesses can reduce waste, preserve materials and still achieve an exceptional finish.
See more of our work and projects here: Fusion Surfaces
Planning a refurbishment?
Email us at hello@fusion-surfaces.co.uk to see how wrapping can work for your space.
