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I want to open a Tanning Salon. What do I need to get started?

Anyone who owns or owned, what’s your advice?

It is possible to run a Tanning Salon business from a variety of locations, each with their own specific set of costs. Airbrush Tanning, for example, can be undertaken on a mobile basis in clients’ own homes. A small car will cost around £3,000 second-hand, plus on-road costs.
You may wish to start with just one machine and run your salon from home. You will need to set aside a private room for this, and may need to notify your local authority about the change in use of the building. It is important to note that there may be costs associated with this. You may decide to set up your tanning salon from independent premises. The costs of buying and renting will vary depending on where you choose to open your salon. The premises should be large enough to divide into a number of private cubicles, as well as providing space for a reception area for waiting clients, staff quarters and store room for Tanning Products and equipment.
Sunbeds and Spray Tanning Booths will constitute a major expense. Horizontal sunbeds cost from around £1,000 each, while Vertical Tanning booths start at around £1,500. Spray-Tanning Booths represent a larger investment – some top brands cost around £20,000. Many Sunbed and spray-Tanning Booth manufacturers offer a hire purchase or leasing option for new businesses. See www.riosuntanning.co.uk/commercial.htm as an example of a commercial sunbed manufacturer.
Airbrush Tanning Equipment is slightly cheaper, with an air compressor, hose and tanning gun priced around £350. A four-litre bottle of Tanning Solution will cost from £140 depending on the strength of the solution. It will also be necessary to invest in face and eye protection for the therapist and client.
You may wish to provide a selection of towels for clients to use during and after their tanning session, as well as a range of moisturisers and solutions to aid in the development of the tan.
Other generic business costs to budget for include basic office equipment such as a PC for accounts and client records (from £500), a telephone and answer machine (from £40), public liability insurance , and costs associated with advertising and marketing activities. You will also need to factor in employers’ liability insurance if you plan to take on staff.

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