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Stained Glass Overlay Franchise

Overlay decorative glass designs for glass or acrylic surfaces

Stained Glass Overlay Inc. was founded in 1974, with the development of a patented designer glass process that provides an easier, less expensive way to achieve the beauty of decorated glass. The company also offers a process for making glass that eliminates UV rays. The Atlanta-based company began franchising in 1981 and has franchises throughout the United States and the world.

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Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a Stained Glass Overlay franchise?

Total Investment: $100,000-$125,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $45,000
Royalty Fee: 5%
Advertising Fee: N/A
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Renewal Fee: $1K

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Stained Glass Overlay News

Glass Franchise Grants Duo Second Career
When Scott Berger and his father George launched SGO Designer Glass of Tarrant County three years ago, they not only forged a closer bond, but they also found themselves on the cutting edge of some current business trends, including franchising and pursuing a second career. Scott had built a 20-y... more

Stained Glass Overlay Reinvents An Ancient Tradition
What do celebrities, hotels, casinos, everyday homeowners, and major amusement parks have in common with Roman Villas from the First century A.D.? Art Glass. Once used by wealthy Romans in their villas and palaces as a domestic luxury, art glass is now used in today's world as an artistic medium... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Stained Glass Overlay open? 1974
When did Stained Glass Overlay start franchising? 1981

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	153	15	155	0
2004	177	17	143	0
2003	163	15	143	0
2002	150	16	141	0
2001	159	15	141	0

Expansion Plans

International:

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	Yes
Startup Costs	No	Yes
Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising

Business Operations

International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

• Decorating and Furniture Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises $100K to $250K

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