Color Glo provides restoration and repair services for leather, vinyl, fabric, and hard surfaces, helping extend the lifespan of various materials.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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70
+
-4%
-4%
Franchise fee
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$40,000
Investment
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$63,000 - $68,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$77,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Color Glo International is a global leader in mobile restoration and repair services. Founded in 1975 and formally incorporated in Minnesota, USA, the company is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Color Glo began franchising in 1982 and now operates in over 50 countries, with more than 1,100 licensed operators worldwide.
The franchise specializes in restoring leather, vinyl, cloth, velour, and hard plastics across automotive, aircraft, marine, and furniture markets. Services include color restoration, damage repair, re-dyeing, and burn correction — often saving clients up to 70% compared to replacement.
Using proprietary, water-based products that are ISO-certified and FAA-approved, Color Glo emphasizes eco-friendly solutions that set it apart from the competition.
Color Glo stands out through its turnkey franchise model, offering exclusive territories, low startup costs, and the flexibility of mobile or home-based operations.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Color Glo franchise is
$63,000 - $68,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000.00
Start-Up Fee
$21,500.00 + shipping costs
Travel Expenses While Training
$500.00 to $2,500.00
Business Vehicle/Signs
$175 to $1,500
Business Licenses/Permits
$50.00 to $200.00
Equipment and Supplies
$200.00 to $300.00
Computer equipment, iPad, iPhone
$250 to $750
Additional Funds (Working Capital)
$500.00 to $1,500.00
Internet Marketing
$125.00
Total Expenditures
$63,300 to $68,375
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000.00
Start-Up Fee
$21,500.00 + shipping costs
Travel Expenses While Training
$500.00 to $2,500.00
Business Vehicle/Signs
$175 to $1,500
Business Licenses/Permits
$50.00 to $200.00
Equipment and Supplies
$200.00 to $300.00
Computer equipment, iPad, iPhone
$250 to $750
Additional Funds (Working Capital)
$500.00 to $1,500.00
Internet Marketing
$125.00
Total Expenditures
$63,300 to $68,375
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Color Glo's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Color Glo had 70 total units in 2024, of which 70 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.
Color Glo provides a comprehensive training program to franchisees as part of their franchise agreement, with the following components:
Initial Training Program The franchise includes an initial training program that covers two individuals. This program is part of the start-up fee of $21,500.00. It encompasses legal and administrative training, and provides the franchisees with a Start-Up Kit, which includes an initial supply of all required Color Glo products and supplies. However, travel expenses for training are not included and must be covered by the franchisee.
Start-Up Kit and Supplies The Start-Up Kit provided during training ensures that franchisees have all necessary proprietary products such as Dash Repair materials, leather dyes, conditioners, adhesives, solvents, and other essential tools and materials specified by Color Glo.
Training Prerequisite Full payment of the start-up fee is mandatory before training is scheduled. This ensures the franchisor's commitment is matched by the franchisee's financial commitment to begin operations.
Territory Protection
Color Glo provides its franchisees with an Exclusive Territory, ensuring a defined operational area typically covering a population of 300,000 to 500,000 people. Although no specific business premises are required, the franchise must operate from within this Exclusive Territory.
The franchise agreement prohibits other franchisees or the franchisor from selling proprietary products or authorizing competing services within the territory, offering a level of territorial protection to the franchisee.
However, this exclusivity is not absolute. Color Glo reserves the right to sell Craftsman’s Choice® and CGI Boutique Services Products® in any area, including the franchisee’s territory, without offering compensation for such sales.
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