PRANCE metalwork is a leading manufacturer of metal ceiling and facade systems.
What facade solutions are most suitable for retrofitting older commercial buildings
Retrofitting older commercial buildings often requires solutions that improve thermal performance, address water intrusion, and refresh visual appearance without large structural interventions. Lightweight metal systems excel here: ventilated metal rainscreens or thin metal cladding panels can be mounted over existing substrate with minimal additional structural loading. These systems create a rainscreen cavity for moisture control and allow continuous insulation to be introduced, improving U-values and reducing thermal bridging.
Unitized metal panel systems and framed metal curtain wall overlays can replace existing fenestration without deep excavation into the structure, providing new thermal breaks and modern glazing performance. In many retrofit scenarios, attaching prefabricated metal modules reduces onsite disruption and shortens occupancy loss. Perforated metal screens can be used to conceal transitional details or to introduce shading and aesthetic upgrades where full reclad is impractical.
Crucially, successful retrofits begin with thorough condition surveys and mock-ups to confirm attachment, drainage, and thermal performance. For retrofit-focused metal façade systems and case studies on phased refurbishment, refer to our retrofit solutions at https://prancebuilding.com.