“Improve, not move” has become a significant trend in the UK over the past decade. And the desire to improve one’s existing environment offers excellent opportunities for furniture franchises.
Furniture franchises in the UK have demonstrated tremendous growth potential over the past decade, offering fans of the traditional a range of artisan masterpieces, and lovers of the modern an exciting range of cutting-edge refurbishment options.
Furniture franchises offer a range of home solutions - from sofas and tables and chairs to kitchen and bathroom furniture that transforms dull spaces into desirable quarters, primed for aspirational living.
The UK furniture sector is worth a whopping £17 billion, offering fertile ground for anyone hoping to crack the industry with a store of their own.
Franchising
Franchising is an established approach to starting up in business; particularly suitable for people hoping to change careers.
Franchises offer all of the benefits of an established business - an existing supply chain; security of market viability; and a proven product range that resonates with customers. Franchise businesses also benefit from recognisable branding, making them instantly attractive for your local high street.
Furniture purchase is often considered an investment for the future - customers trust the reliability, reputation, and longevity of an established brand.
The parent company of your chosen furniture franchise will offer an attractive support package, helping your new business hit the ground running. As standard, most furniture franchise parents provide expert training, administrative- and HR support, and compliance with industry and financial obligations.
Achieve unparalleled access to an established supply chain, and benefit from the instant curb-appeal of recognisable branding with a successful furniture franchise business, primed for success.
Facts About Furniture Franchises
The furniture franchise sector is an incredibly healthy environment - however, smaller, independent companies often fail to achieve market penetration. Franchises kick-start your furniture business with a tried-and-test business model - helping you select the range of items most likely to resonate with your chosen customer-demographic.
Floor space is of a premium in furniture stores, so having the support of a parent company to help to choose and arrange your products throughout the shop is a significant advantage for anyone hoping to penetrate this high-profit marketplace.
You might be considering a high-end furniture brand or aiming for the high-street, family market. Franchise Direct can put you in touch with expert brands with a proven track record of excellent sales and marketing turn-over, as well as world-class training to help you develop the skills to attract and win-over your future customers.
The UK kitchen furniture sector is worth over £1.6 billion. Benefiting from the reputation of an established brand is a massive boon for any new company hoping to convince and reassure future customers to part with their hard-earned money.
Online furniture stores have become more popular than ever, with over a fifth of UK consumers buying their furniture online.
Franchising Vs Independent
Franchise businesses regularly attract start-up funding from moneylenders and banks. This is because the parent company has already proven its market viability; built on a sustainable business model and a history of financial growth.
Independent companies, however, often struggle to achieve favourable rates for start-up collateral because they lack a history of profit and sustainability. And in the furniture market, the high-costs of stock and premises implies a perfect storm for the failure of companies starting up without the support of established partners.
Franchise businesses, on the other hand, tend to do well from the moment they open their doors; benefiting from the curb-appeal of an instantly recognisable brand. Independent companies regularly struggle to establish themselves, with almost half going bust within their first three years.
Furniture Franchises
Explore our fantastic selection of furniture franchises, and open your doors to enthusiastic customers hoping to transform their homes with your help.
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