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With over 14 years experience, Valspar has a successful track record in the UK with more than 80 franchisees across two networks, Safeclean and FurniturePro. FurniturePro is emerging as the premier UK domestic furniture repair franchise. Each business operates in a large, sustainable and exclusive territory and from day one franchisees receive a specific database containing thousands of customers that have a direct link to their business through furniture they own. FurniturePro specifically appeals to the practically minded who are looking to run their own business and reap the rewards of their own efforts. The franchise generates a good income and a varied workload making each day different and rewarding. Deciding that you want to run a successful franchise is the first decision you need to make. Taking a look at FurniturePro is the logical next step.

The History and You

FurniturePro was established in 1993 in America and was first franchised in the UK in 2003. Through continual development and sourcing of the latest furniture repair systems and products, FurniturePro today is establishing itself as an important part of Valspar's national furniture care network. Previous experience helps, but it is not essential. As a FurniturePro franchisee you will have to be good with your hands, be motivated to growing your business and be able to be taught new skills. Franchisees that have joined the network come from varied backgrounds, they include a Fish Farm Manager and a Social Worker.

The Concept

Franchisees specialise in three major repair and restoration disciplines - leather, upholstery and wood, all of which are used in every home. FurniturePro work mainly in the lucrative domestic furniture repair sector. The links to the Guardsman brand also opens the possibilities of national account work from the world's largest furniture care programme provider; customer service work from major UK furniture retailers and several large furniture manufacturer repair accounts. FurniturePro has a consistent trading year with minimal seasonal variation. The repair systems allow franchisees to exploit a broad untapped business spectrum from furniture retailer's customer service work through to full restoration of both traditional and modern privately owned furniture.

The Market

The domestic furniture repair market in the UK is huge. A recent survey showed 7/10 homes were living with damaged furniture. Additionally, the disposal of used furniture is increasingly becoming a major environmental issue. In recent years more and more people are looking to restore quality older furniture rather than replace it with the sometimes lower quality modern equivalent. This work results in a high net profit and excellent cash flow. Demand is also increasing from the commercial market. These clients range from pubs and restaurants through to conference centres, high profile businesses and hotels. Current clients include a broad cross section ranging from smaller commercial business all the way up to major sporting venues. Over 6 million UK households have their furniture protected with a Guardsman furniture care programme. The unique Guardsman database forms the backbone of the FurniturePro customer base and provides work from day one. However, a comprehensive marketing package and action plan allows expansion into other domestic and commercial sectors.

Training and Support

FurniturePro demands a good level of practical ability. Our initial four week training develops this to turn out a skilled crafts person with specialist tools and unique products. However, it doesn't stop there, we provide all our franchisees with further field and training centre based support, staging monthly courses that are designed around franchisees specific requirements. As a franchisee you will leave fully equipped with all the products and skills you need to run your business. Specifically designed computer programmes allow easy utilization of the unique database of Guardsman furniture care programme customers. This provides work from day one.

The Brand

FurniturePro is the support company of the world's leading furniture care programme provider - Guardsman. This creates both credibility in the furniture industry and direct links to private customers who are covered by those programmes. The Guardsman link has also attracted several major furniture retailers and manufacturers that require FurniturePro for their own customer services. We are part of a friendly organisation that have been providing successful business packages for nearly 40 years.

The Package

The franchise package is widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive franchise packages available. and features:

• Exclusive territories
• 14000 unique customers from day one
• National account opportunities
• Enhanced marketing programme
• Integrated marketing software
• Unique systems
• Comprehensive training
• Full back up and support

Summary

• The only furniture repair company recommended by the worlds largest furniture care programme provider warranty, Guardsman
• Recommended by national and local furniture retailers and manufacturers
• Over 14,000 unique customer database from day one
• Large exclusive territories
• No management fee for the first six months
• High net profit margins and excellent cash flow
• Business and marketing support for the lifetime of the franchise
• Full training for you and your staff - to the highest standard currently available
• Encouragement to develop your business into a management franchise

The Cost

The complete package is £25,750 +VAT
No monthly management fee for the first 6 months while you establish your business.

Discovery Day

The FurniturePro Discovery Day is designed to allow you to assess our franchise and to allow FurniturePro to assess your potential.

We guarantee that on a Discovery Day...

You will not

• Be preached to, it's non-obligational
• Be asked to sign any paperwork or give any specific commitment
• Be subjected to heavy pressure selling

You will

• Receive a personalised one to one briefing
• Be encouraged to ask as many questions as possible
• Examine the FurniturePro business model
• Discuss a personal business plan that can be used to secure finance
• Have an opportunity to see the training and business support facilities, and meet the staff
• Be given an honest assessment as to your suitability - we have a high threshold
• Be encouraged to talk to our franchisees
• Be asked for your CV
• Be asked to provide us with an indication of your available capital

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