Case Study
Cycle Shelter Refurbishment at Ridgeway Education Trust
Project Overview
Ridgeway Education Trust in Oxford partnered with Fix My Shelter to refurbish an existing bike shelter at one of their school’s, that had become heavily worn due to continual weather exposure and daily use. Several glazing panels had deteriorated significantly, while the original framework coating had faded over time, leaving the shelter looking tired and creating potential health and safety concerns for pupils, staff, and visitors.
Rather than replacing the entire structure, the Trust opted for a full refurbishment solution to restore safety, improve appearance, extend the shelter’s lifespan, and provide a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to replacement. Fix My Shelter carried out a full framework clean and preparation, applied a new Blue protective coating, and replaced all glazing panels using durable new fixings, delivering a transformed shelter environment within a carefully planned 2-day programme.
Client Overview
Client Name: Ridgeway Education Trust
Sector/Industry: Education
Location: Oxford, UK
Type of Site: Active education facility with daily pupil and staff use
Relevant Context: Existing bike compound requiring refurbishment due to deteriorated glazing panels and faded framework finish
Over time, the existing cycle shelter had experienced significant deterioration due to continual exposure to changing weather conditions and high daily usage. Several glazing panels had become damaged and worn, creating potential safety concerns for users while also reducing the shelter’s overall appearance and functionality.
This created several key challenges:
- Exposed broken glazing panels presenting a health and safety hazard
- Significant deterioration across existing glazing panels
- Existing framework coating heavily faded and weathered
- Need to complete works efficiently during half term school holidays
Ridgeway Education Trust required a refurbishment solution that would:
- Restore the existing cycle shelter structure
- Replace all deteriorated glazing panels
- Improve health and safety for users
- Apply a new protective framework coating
- Enhance the visual appearance of the shelter
- Extend the operational lifespan of the structure
- Avoid the cost of a full shelter replacement
- Minimise disruption across the education site
- Installation completed within the planned 2-day timeframe
- Improved long-term durability and weather protection
- Extension of shelter lifespan through refurbishment
- Successful transformation of shelter appearance and usability
Following a detailed site assessment, Fix My Shelter developed a refurbishment plan designed to restore both the appearance and functionality of the existing cycle shelter.
The works included:
- Full framework clean and preparation
- Application of a new protective blue framework paint coating
- Complete glazing panel replacement using a higher-grade impact resistant polycarbonate material
- Installation of durable new fixings
- Careful project planning to minimise disruption within the education environment
The framework preparation process ensured the new coating would provide a durable long-lasting finish while protecting the structure against future environmental exposure and corrosion.
The existing damaged glazing panels were carefully removed and replaced with durable UV protected new glazing panels, significantly improving safety, weather protection, and overall shelter performance.
Timeframe: Completed in 2 days
Method: Full shelter refurbishment with recoating and glazing replacement
Communication: Ongoing coordination with the client to ensure safe and efficient project delivery
The Results
The completed refurbishment transformed the overall appearance, safety, and long-term performance of the cycle shelter, delivering a modern and refreshed facility suitable for daily use within the education environment.
The project delivered:
- Improved safety for pupils, staff, and visitors
- Complete replacement of damaged glazing panels
- Refreshed appearance with new Blue framework coating
- Enhanced weather protection and usability
- Extended lifespan of the existing shelter structure
- Reduced future maintenance requirements
- Improved long-term durability and corrosion protection
Additional improvements:
- Minimal disruption achieved throughout the works programme
- Refurbishment avoided the cost of full shelter replacement
- Existing structure retained as part of a more sustainable solution
- Modern appearance is better suited to the educational environment
Before
After
“We are extremely pleased with the completed refurbishment carried out by Fix My Shelter. The team worked professionally throughout the project, keeping disruption to a minimum while delivering an excellent standard of workmanship.
The new glazing panels and refreshed blue framework have completely transformed the appearance of the shelter, and the finished result looks fantastic.”
Catherine Steele
Chief Operating Officer
“Refurbishment completed efficiently within an active education environment”
Project Summary
| Client | Ridgeway Education Trust |
| Location | Oxford, UK |
| Sector | Education |
| Project Type | Bike Shelter Glazing Panel Replacement |
| Disruption Level | Minimal |
| Project Duration | 2 Days |
| Completion On Time? | Yes |
Results at a Glance
- Improved safety and weather protection
- Full glazing panel replacement completed
- Extended usable lifespan of existing shelter
- Reduced future maintenance requirements
- Modern, refreshed shelter appearance
- Minimal disruption during refurbishment works
Why Refurbishment Instead of Replacement?
Refurbishing existing shelter frames:
- Improves appearance and usability without full replacement
- Reduces overall project costs
- Extends the lifespan of existing assets
- Minimises environmental impact and waste
- Avoids unnecessary groundwork and replacement works
- Provides faster project turnaround
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