The Porsche Centre on Manchester Road, Bolton is a flagship car showroom representing one of the world’s most prestigious automotive brands. With its sleek architecture and premium vehicles on display, the building’s exterior must reflect the same high standards of quality and performance that Porsche customers expect. Over time, however, the external cladding panels had begun to show signs of wear, with fading and weathering detracting from the showroom’s modern aesthetic.

Cladding Coatings was commissioned to deliver a comprehensive refurbishment of the façade, applying our 15‑year wall cladding coating system to restore the building’s appearance and protect it for the long term.

Panel Re-Finishing

The refurbishment project involved a series of targeted re‑coating works across the showroom’s external cladding. The scope was carefully defined to ensure maximum impact while maintaining efficiency and minimal disruption to the client’s operations.

The works included:

Sample panel installation: One panel on the right elevation was prepared and coated using a scaffold tower, providing a live demonstration of the finish and durability of the system.

Front façade re‑coating: Fourteen panels across the main frontage of the building were treated, ensuring the showroom’s primary customer‑facing elevation was restored to a pristine condition.

Silver panels and drip cill detail: All silver panels on the front and right elevations were re‑finished, including the grey drip cill detail, to achieve a consistent and professional appearance.

Roofline panels: Two rows of silver panels above the roof were coated, completing the building envelope and ensuring uniformity across all visible surfaces.

The Cladding Coatings 15‑Year Guarantee System

At the heart of this refurbishment was the installation of our Cladding Coatings 15‑year guarantee system. This advanced wall cladding coating solution is specifically designed to deliver long‑lasting protection against weathering, corrosion, and UV damage.

Key benefits of the system include:

Durability: A proven lifespan of 15 years, reducing the need for costly future maintenance.

Aesthetic enhancement: Restores faded or discoloured panels to a fresh, modern finish.

Weather resistance: Protects against rain, wind, and environmental pollutants.

Cost efficiency: Extends the life of existing cladding, avoiding the expense of full replacement.

For a premium car showroom such as Porsche Centre Bolton, these qualities are essential. The building must project a flawless image to customers while remaining resilient against the elements.

Execution and Methodology

Cladding Coatings’ team of specialists carried out the refurbishment with precision and care. Safety and minimal disruption were key priorities, given the high‑profile nature of the showroom and the need to maintain customer access throughout the works.

The preparation phase began with a thorough cleaning of all cladding surfaces to remove dirt, residues, and weathering, ensuring maximum adhesion of the coating system. Once the surfaces were ready, the team moved on to application. Using specialist equipment and safe access solutions, the coating was applied evenly across all designated panels. To safeguard the showroom environment, dryfall paints were used to prevent overspray, a vital measure when working in close proximity to high‑value Porsche vehicles.

Throughout the process, stringent quality control checks were carried out. Each stage was carefully inspected to guarantee consistency in colour, finish, and coverage, ensuring the coating met both technical and aesthetic standards. On completion, the façade was transformed with a uniform silver finish, and the grey drip cill detail was seamlessly integrated, restoring the showroom’s sleek and professional appearance.

Showroom Transformation

The transformation of the Porsche Centre Bolton showroom was immediate and striking. The re‑finished cladding panels restored the building’s sleek, modern appearance, aligning perfectly with the prestige of the Porsche brand.

Visual impact: The silver panels now gleam with a fresh, contemporary finish, enhancing the showroom’s kerb appeal.

Brand alignment: The refurbished façade reflects Porsche’s reputation for quality, precision, and performance.

Long‑term protection: With the Cladding Coatings 15‑year guarantee system in place, the building is safeguarded against future deterioration.

Client satisfaction: The project was delivered on time, within scope, and with minimal disruption, ensuring the showroom could continue to operate smoothly.

Cladding Coatings is a trusted partner for car showroom refurbishments and other high‑profile commercial projects. Our expertise in wall cladding coatings, and re‑coating, ensures that clients benefit from both immediate aesthetic improvements and long‑term protection.

For Porsche Centre Bolton, the decision to invest in our 15‑year guarantee system means their showroom will continue to impress customers and withstand environmental challenges for years to come.

Read more about our car showroom refurbishments here.