Why Schools in Cambridge Choose Velfi Interiors
Schools want modern, safe, inspiring spaces… but full refurbishments are expensive, slow and usually cause chaos with teaching.
Architectural films and window films give schools a faster, cleaner and more affordable way to refresh tired areas without shutting anything down. Everything is installed around your timetable, including evenings, weekends, and half-terms.
This means you get a high-end finish without the mess, noise or downtime of traditional refurbishment.
The Brutal Truth About School Upgrades
1. Budgets are tighter every year.
Painting, replacing furniture, new desks, new doors… it stacks up fast. Most schools spend more than they need to because they don’t know cheaper, better options exist.
4. Compliance and safety rules are a minefield.
Fire ratings, hygiene standards, damaged surfaces and worn fixtures all risk triggering unwanted attention during inspections.
2. Facilities need to keep up with modern education.
Classrooms evolve fast. Outdated, damaged or worn spaces affect morale, focus and the learning environment.
5. You’re expected to make expert design. decisions.
Most school leaders aren’t interior designers or contractors. You just need a clean, safe, modern space that reflects your school’s values.
3. Construction work destroys your timetable.
Builders, noise, safeguarding issues, dust, safeguarding risk assessments, closures. It’s stressful and disruptive.
6. Everyone wants something different.
Teachers want colour. Students want modern design. Leadership wants durable, easy-to-clean surfaces. Estates teams need something that lasts. Balancing all those needs with a limited budget is tough.
Here's The Good News
You don’t need a full refurbishment to achieve modern, safe and inspiring learning environments.
Architectural films, wall graphics and window films solve all the big problems above with almost no disruption. You can upgrade entire blocks for a fraction of the cost of ripping things out and replacing them.
Everything installs cleanly, quickly and outside teaching hours. No builders. No mess. No closures.
A Smarter, Sustainable Way to Refurbish Education Spaces
Cost-effective
Minimal disruption
Fire-rated, durable and long-lasting
Hygienic and easy to maintain
A sustainable alternative to ripping out and replacing
Installed outside school hours with zero downtime
Ideal for heavy traffic areas
Easy to clean and maintain
Reduces waste and environmental impact
What We Refurbish in Schools
-
Wall wraps to refresh tired painted walls
-
Anti-scuff protective films for high-traffic areas
-
Storage units, cabinets and built-in furniture
-
Teacher desks and student tables
-
Fire-rated architectural films for classroom doors
Everything is installed with premium architectural films from trusted brands like 3M, Cover Styl’ and LX Hausys, designed to withstand real school traffic and daily use.
Here’s How We Make It Easy
Quick Site Check
We take a look at the areas you want to upgrade, either in person or through photos. This helps us understand surface condition, measurements and what’s realistically possible.
Choose Your Finishes
You get samples and honest advice. We’ll show you the best options for durability, fire rating and style so you can pick finishes that actually hold up in a school environment.
Installed Around Your Timetable
We work evenings, weekends and half-terms to avoid disrupting lessons. No builders, no noise, no mess — just a clean, fast installation.
Get a Free Refurbishment Plan for Your School
Fill in a few quick details and we’ll create a tailored refurbishment plan that fits your timetable, budget and the way your school actually works.