Salon Talk

For salons and spas, location makes all of the difference in the world. It’s important to be readily accessible to clients in an area that they like. The trick is to balance what clients need and want with what you like and can afford. Every community and several pockets within each neighborhood have their own […]

In addition to looking good and tying into your décor, the flooring in your salon will need to withstand a lot of abuse. Each day that your salon is open for business, your floor could easily experience a hundred or more clients walking through from the changing room to the shampoo bowl and back to […]

So, you’ve found the ultimate salon or spa location, and you’re ready to start the design phase – good for you! Here are some of the more common pitfalls with a new beauty business that you’ll want to avoid. A common mistake in laying out a salon or spa floor plan is missing or underestimating […]

Once you have found an ideal location to rent for your salon or spa, the next step is to negotiate a commercial lease agreement. Before doing so, let’s dive into the types of leases and the terminology you should understand before signing on the dotted line. Types of Leases Percentage Lease In the case of […]

The plumbing is a critical aspect of any salon or spa. Without ready access to ample amounts of water of the right temperature, a salon or spa would soon be out of business. Here are some plumbing and water heater basics to wash away your water woes. Plumbing Basics First of all, you will need […]