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Creative Colors

On-site vinyl, velour, leather, plastic and carpeting repair service for automobiles, boats and recreational vehicles

In 1980, Jim and JoAnn Foster answered an ad in their local paper that described a new technique for dyeing vinyl and leather. The couple bought the license to use the technique in their area and began J&J's Creative Colors.

To strengthen their business, the Fosters began researching, practicing and refining various techniques for repairing vinyl, leather and plastic, incorporating them into their business. J&J's worked with automobile, boat and recreational vehicle dealers, making repairs at the dealers' lots.

The company began franchising in 1990 under the name Creative Colors International. Now franchisees across the country use the Fosters' techniques to repair the interiors of various vehicles at dealer lots before they are sold.

Please Note: The operators of Creative Colors, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Creative Colors website.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Creative Colors Franchises?

Total Investment: $53,035-$63,295
Initial Franchise Fee: $27,500
Royalty Fee: 6%
Advertising Fee: N/A
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Renewal Fee: up to 20% of current fee

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Creative Colors News

Creative Colors International Franchise Opportunity Is Ranked In The Top 10% Of All Franchises Nationwide!
After much research and compiling survey results, Creative Colors International, Inc., has been named by G.I. Jobs magazine as a Military Friendly Franchise for 2010. This honor ranks CCI in the top 10% of all franchises nationwide. CCI policies, efforts, results, and franchise program were car... more

Creative Colors International Comes To Town!
Creative Colors International, a franchise that specializes in repair, coloring, cleaning, protection and restoration of leather, vinyl, fabric, plastics and carpeting in the automotive, furniture, commercial and residential markets, has arrived in the local area to serve Kansas City, KS. "C... more

Creative Colors International, Inc. Franchise Is Rated #54
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Creative Colors International, Inc. Recognized As Mokena, Il' Best Of Business 2009
The Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) is pleased to announce that Creative Colors International, Inc. has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Leather & Viny Repair & Restoration category. The SBCA 2009 Award Program recognizes the top 5% of small businesses througho... more

Car Care Tips From Creative Colors International
With the promise of cooler weather knocking on our doors, most drivers already know that it's time for a pre-winter maintenance check-up for their vehicles. But, what many people do not realize is that the interior of the vehicle (i.e. car seats, interior carpeting, door panels, dashboards, etc)... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Creative Colors open? 1980
When did Creative Colors start Franchising? 1991

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	54	1	2	6
2004	50	1	0	5
2003	48	1	0	5
2002	47	1	0	3
2001	46	1	0	3

Expansion Plans

United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia, Wyoming,

International:

Financing Options

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

Training & Support

Training
Franchisee must participate in an initial training and familiarization course of approximately three weeks duration. You'll learn sales and marketing techniques, financial controls, upholstery coloring, restoration and repair methods, and other administrative and operational aspects of the Creative Colors International business. In addition, a Creative Colors International field representative will spend one week with you in your territory around the time your business commences operations to help you get started.

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

Marketing
Regional advertising

Business Operations

Franchise can be run from home.

20% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 4

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

Marketing skills

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