How Vinyl Wrapping Your Hotel Saves You Money

It is not uncommon for hotels to re-think how their interior walls could look, especially, for example, if company branding has changed. However, the cost of doing so may discourage a business from bringing their new ideas to life. Fortunately, vinyl wall wrapping offers a cost-effective solution for an interior refresh. In this article, we will uncover the benefits of vinyl wall wrap for your hotel, exploring how it can reduce costs and what spaces can be utilised using vinyl wrapping.

How Does Vinyl Wrapping Save You Money?

Vinyl wrapping is becoming increasingly popular amongst many different spaces, ranging from retail units to dentists. In fact, one of the main spaces to benefit from this renovation method when it comes to cost-saving is hotels. Let's look deeper into how renovation spending in hotels is reduced when you use this method.

Emulate Expensive Materials for a Fraction of the Price

Hoteliers often strive for a classy, stylish look, but in order to complete this look, expensive materials may be needed. Vinyl wrapping is capable of emulating most materials out there for just a fraction of the price and can be used on a vast array of different furniture, walls, ceilings and doors. If you’re looking for a total rebrand, which may require material consistency throughout, by choosing vinyl wrapping, you no longer need to worry about sourcing the right amount of materials. 

Removed Repair Costs for Traditional Materials

Materials such as brick and wood often come with a great deal of maintenance requirements. If your hotel has an exposed brick wall, you may find your managers picking away at the joining compound. This causes damage and dust which increases cleaning and repair costs. In contrast, an illusion brick wall, created by vinyl wrap, is wiped clean and may dissuade damage, making it far easier to maintain. Similarly, it can be quicker to replace vinyl wrapping if needs be, unlike the materials they emulate which could be harder to source and implement. 

Speed of Availability and Application

Vinyl wall wrapping involves a quick turnaround process, from initial design consultations through to implementing the designs on your walls. Vinyl wrapping is usually more easily accessible than most materials, such as brick and marble, but the end result can mirror those exact materials. and more. Also, the downtime of applying the wrapping is significantly less than other methods such as painting, since it doesn’t involve waiting for paint to dry, and has far less waste at the end of the job, too. This saves you money in the long run, keeping your hotel open for longer so that guests can use facilities as normal, and less money is spent disposing of waste.

Why Do Hotels Use Vinyl Wrapping?

Alongside the savings in costs, hotels may utilise vinyl wrapping for several other reasons, such as the following:

Refreshing Areas You Wouldn’t Usually Paint

Starting with something that many people may not think about, sometimes the areas which we do not decorate are the places where people have our undivided attention. One great example of this is in a lift - you probably wouldn’t paint inside one, but it could be a great advertising opportunity since those inside a lift have very little else to look at. Vinyl wrapping gives you the chance to refresh even the most obscure of places, keeping your customers engaged in spots that may be left plain otherwise, all for a small price.

Flexibility and Customisation

Vinyl wrapping provides hotels with a wide range of customisation options. Whether you want to update the look of a specific area, promote seasonal events, or create themed spaces for special occasions, vinyl wrapping allows for easy customisation and quick changes as needed. When vinyl wrapping is removed, the walls are protected from lasting damage and leave little mess, if any at all, so you can change your designs if and when it suits you.

Branding and Marketing

Vinyl wrapping allows hotels to brand their spaces with logos, slogans, or imagery that reflects their brand identity. This can be done on various surfaces such as walls, windows, doors, or even lifts, helping to reinforce brand presence and create a memorable impression on guests. What if your branding changes? Well, as the previous benefit outlines, vinyl wrapping can be changed and reapplied with ease compared to other renovation methods.

Durability and Maintenance

High-quality vinyl materials, such as those used by Complete Graphics, are durable and resistant to wear and tear, making them suitable for high-traffic areas within hotels, such as hotel restaurants, social spaces and corridors. In addition, vinyl wraps are easy to clean and maintain, helping hotels to preserve the appearance of their branded or decorative elements over time, especially when compared to renovation methods such as painting.

What Areas Can Be Wrapped?

Hotels offer a range of different rooms and spaces that can benefit from vinyl wrapping, saving costs in each instance. These typically include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Receptions
• Corridors
• Walls/Ceilings
• Hotel Rooms
• Bathrooms
• Spas
• Restaurants
• Lifts
• Staff Spaces
• Lobby/Communal Areas

Case Study: “Your Apartment”, Milton Keynes

“Your Apartment” is the provider of modern, design – forward serviced apartments across the UK. We were delighted to be selected as the provider of interior vinyl to add vibrancy to multiple surfaces in their newest apartment build - Milton Keynes. 

Interior vinyl acted as the perfect surface choice across three main areas within the communal areas of the apartments: the lifts, the columns and the laundry room.

“Complete Graphics we’re incredibly professional from the get-go. We used them to wrap several surfaces including our lift, columns and walls and the finish was spot on. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking to achieve a high quality aesthetic from wrapping”.

-Daniel Robinson, Your Apartment

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Understanding the Vinyl Wrap Process for Hotels

The installation of vinyl wrapping in a hotel often follows a generic process, but there are some important considerations to make that sometimes specifically apply to hotel-based installations:

Initial Consultation

Discuss your ideas with the design team, explaining the sort of spaces you seek to transform and how you want them to look. Think about how guests will interact with these spaces, and how they could be inspired or wowed by your design. For example, if your hotel restaurant needs wrapping, how could your design benefit this space? The design team will help bring your ideas to life, unleashing your creative potential for your hotel.

Surface Preparation

Before the vinyl wrapping can be applied, the surfaces to be wrapped need to be thoroughly cleaned and prepared. This may involve washing the walls or other surfaces to remove dirt, dust, and grease. If your hotel hasn’t been completely built just yet, it could be worth saving the wrapping process until last - dust and dirt from the building process could negatively affect the vinyl wrapping application.

Installation

The installation process begins with carefully measuring and cutting the vinyl material to fit the designated surfaces. This process requires precision and expertise to ensure that the artwork is aligned correctly and any seams are seamlessly blended. Depending on what space is being wrapped, your guests should be able to interact within the space as usual, keeping your facilities open to enhance the guest experience.

Quality Assurance and Maintenance

After the installation is complete, the hotel may conduct a final inspection to ensure that the vinyl wraps meet their expectations and brand standards. Additionally, hotels should establish a regular maintenance schedule to keep the vinyl wraps looking fresh and vibrant. This may include routine cleaning and periodic inspections to address any signs of wear or damage. Remember, vinyl wrapping can be replaced with ease, should you need more over time.

If You’re Planning a Hotel Refurbishment, Contact Our Team Today!

Hotels can be an exciting place to decorate, and our experienced team at Complete Graphics would love to work with you to bring your ideas to life. Please get in touch with us to arrange a chat about your initial design plans and how we can help you.

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