RV Repairs & Upgrades that increase Value
There are some steps you can take to boost your RV’s resale value and keep it in the best shape possible as you head out on new adventures. In addition to making sure that your RV undergoes regular maintenance to stay road-ready, there are things you can do to the interior to increase appeal.
Why RV Repairs Increase RV Value
Over the past couple of years, you probably either hit the road with your RV or camper more than usual or you may have bought one for the very first time. You may notice that when living in your RV part-time, it begins to show some wear and tear very quickly. We’ve put together a few repairs and upgrade ideas that can not only help you maintain your RV value but increase your value and help get prepared for your fall/winter adventures or the next upcoming season.
Now, while you might consider your RV an extension of your home where valuable family memories are made, you also realize that, like any automobile, it is a depreciating asset. It is very likely that your RV lost 10 - 30% of its value the minute you drove it off the lot. Class A RVs will lose up to 50% of it’s value after a decade in service, according to J.D. Power, which is a leading vehicle data and information provider.
Depreciation
There are many factors that influence a camper’s depreciation. Understanding these factors can help you maintain your RV’s value. The hardest depreciating factor to combat is time. While mileage does not play a significant role in the value of your recreational vehicle, time certainly does.
There are some steps you can take to boost your RV’s resale value and keep it in the best shape possible as you head out on new adventures. In addition to making sure that your RV undergoes regular maintenance to stay road-ready, there are things you can do to the interior to increase appeal. This is where Color Glo International comes in…
Upgrades That Increase Sale Price
Reupholster the furniture
RV upholstery is built to withstand the elements, but normal use or wear and tear and the damaging rays of the sun can cause fading and blemishes. Ensuring your upholstery is in prime condition by making repairs will dress up your RV interior.
Change the carpet
If your RV has carpet, you may want to replace it when it starts to show signs of wear. Children, pets, and outdoor debris can do a big number on the carpet in your recreational vehicle. Carpet is also known to trap unpleasant odors and bacteria. In addition to vacuuming regularly, replacing our carpet can go a long way to making your RV shine with glory!
Replace window coverings
Having the proper window coverings or blinds offers privacy and can help protect your interiors from damaging UV rays. As manufacturers improve the quality of window coverings, staying on top of the latest styles and quality trends can make a buyer take notice.
Update cabinetry
You’ve had your RV for years - let’s face it, the styles change. What once was chic and functional is now old and archaic. Cabinets that were cutting edge now look dated and worn. It’s not cost-effective to replace them, but swapping out the hardware is a simple way to give them an upgrade and bolster your resale value. In a similar vein, adding a peel-and-stick backsplash can brighten up your RV’s appearance and give it a contemporary touch.
Who doesn’t want that??
Sanitize the cabin
If your RV gets used, then you’ve probably wondered “what is that smell”?if you have dogs, cats, children (or spouses), then it’s likely stuff just doesn’t smell fresh. Furthermore, the average steering wheel contains several times more dirt, grime, and bacteria than the average public restroom. Getting your RV sanitized at least once a season will ensure it’s free of germs and that it stays in tip-top shape for the next adventure.
Add storage
If you have space in your RV that can be repurposed or maybe a corner or wall with dead space behind it that doesn’t make sense, then consider adding more storage and opening everything up. Keeping things stowed properly and in an organized fashion will help you declutter and appear more attractive to potential buyers.
RV Pro Tip ***
Often when people buy used RVs or even larger motorhomes, their first inclination is to rip out some of the built-in seating. Try to resist… One of the best ways to ramp up the value of your RV is to have plenty of sleeping spaces. You might like the look of a modern sofa or freestanding table, but unless it can convert to a bed, it will only decrease the attractiveness of the vehicle.
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Color Glo International can help with many upgrades inside of your RV. Some of our specialties are actually in categories above and beyond the basics mentioned above. We can bring the yellow tinge on your headlamps back to crystal clear. We can refurbish your leather, vinyl, and upholstery while working on-site, at your location. Burns, fading, tears, etc, will all be restored to new, saving you up to 70% over buying new.
Contact a Color Glo Specialist about your RV restoration project.
Sustainability at Color Glo With Environmentally Friendly Products
What is sustainability? It’s not just a buzzword anymore. Many people and companies have had their eyes on sustainability, being green or environmentally friendly. But how do we achieve it?
What Does Sustainability Mean?
It’s not just a buzzword anymore. Many people and companies have had their eyes on sustainability, being green or environmentally friendly. In the United States alone we generate over 292 million tons of trash per year and growing. If you’re trying to be mindful of your environmental impact, it makes sense to look for eco-friendly products as an alternative to disposable items. But since so many products from cleaning supplies, beauty products, and even sheet sets have “green” claims on their packaging, it can be hard to recognize which ones are truly sustainable.
We actually prefer to use the term “sustainable” rather than “eco-friendly”. Saying something is eco-friendly would imply that it has zero negative impact on the environment. In 9.5/10 cases, this just isn’t true. It’s nearly impossible to manufacture anything at all without affecting the environment in some way. The term “eco-friendly” is also considered a greenwashing term, and the FTC has strict guidelines on eco-friendly claims.
Environmental stewardship at Color Glo
Since the beginning of Color Glo International, we have put a focus on a very relevant attribute to our company which is our commitment to the environment and our commitment to being a GREEN Company. Our environment is a growing concern and special factors are often taken into consideration when a potential customer is choosing a company for repair and/or restoration.
This is where Color Glo shines and excels. Special attention is given now to these considerations and can be used to our advantage highlighting the continued implementation and research of Color Glo International’s Environmental impact on products (subject to strict quality controls according to ASTM standards). This led us to the creation of color-based eco-friendly, water-based, odorless, and nontoxic products. If your household pet were to accidentally get into some of them, it will not harm them.
Our policy
Our environmental policy is based on the belief that no one operates in isolation. Everyone shares the same earth, and everything we do matters to those around us. At Color Glo International, we put people first. The health, safety, and welfare of our customers, employees, and the people of the communities we serve are paramount. That is why we take our commitment to environmental stewardship seriously and have developed specific principles to guide us in our work. At Color Glo, we will ensure that our employees & franchisees have the training, skills, and knowledge necessary to adhere to these principles.
More About Sustainability in Products
It is much easier to adjust to an eco-conscious lifestyle than you think (and there's more to it than recycling your plastics and composting at home). BUT, for many people, making environmentally-conscious purchasing decisions is overshadowed by social, political, and/or economical factors whereby everyday survival is prioritized over trying to save the planet. It’s sad but true. And we often think it won’t affect us as we are very much an immediate gain type of society vs thinking for the future.
For those of us privileged enough to be living in first-world countries, sustainable shopping alternatives are widely accessible. Not adapting to and embracing an eco-mindset is quickly becoming a social ‘shame’.
Although increased media exposure and social shaming are a step in the right direction, tackling climate change on a global scale remains a steep challenge. Equate this trying to get every smoker on earth to step flicking cigarettes on the ground. It’s a form of litter that many people could care less bout. But, more and more businesses are adopting sustainable development practices in an effort to promote economic growth, environmental safety, and social benefits.
According to Forbes, 77% of Australian and American people would like to learn how to live more sustainably.
Corporate Sustainability Development Goals
There are 17 Sustainable Development Goals that are guidelines established by the United Nations in the “2030 Agenda”. These were designed to solve current environmental and social problems such as eradicating poverty and protecting natural resources.
The only way to achieve these goals is with the participation and cooperation of governments, the private sector, institutions, and people like you and I.
A shortlist of some of the prominent Sustainable Development Goals are:
Eradicate poverty
According to the World Bank, a large majority of people around the world still live in extreme poverty, preventing them from enjoying a decent standard of living. The creation of more job opportunities and innovative solutions is what this principle/goal looks for in order to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development.
Affordable and clean energy
Sustainable development relies on the use of clean energy sources in order to ensure economic growth and social benefits. Maintaining environmental friendliness is the top priority here, so this goal focuses on promoting the use of renewable energy sources and making it as accessible as possible for all communities.
Responsible Consumption and Production
At this point, everyone knows that the existing levels of global consumption and production are causing serious environmental damage.
Some brief examples are:
– Air Pollution
– Water pollution
– Soil pollution
– Plastic pollution
– Loss of biodiversity
It is widely believed that many of these problems could be tackled if the economic sector adopted more sustainable practices and in turn, reduced carbon footprints and consumption of natural resources.
Consumers also have the responsibility of embracing sustainable practices – the aim that this goal promotes.
Climate Action
Climate change is the result of excessive greenhouse gasses causing environmental problems such as:
– Stronger hurricanes
– Rising sea levels
– Global warming
Climate change has and will affect everyone around the world whether our political leaders acknowledge it or believe in it or not. Sustainable development will only be possible with low-carbon economies and solutions such as new technologies to help combat and mitigate these problems. And the problems are mounting and growing on a daily basis.
How We All Can Subscribe to Sustainability
How do we achieve the impossible? It starts with everyone doing their part… If you’re still unsure about how sustainable development goals can be incorporated into our society, here are a few examples that highlight the balance between economic activities, social benefits, and, environmental protection.
Recycling
A great example of sustainable development in all its glory. This activity uses materials such as aluminum, paper, and electronic devices and turns them into valuable new materials. The very least that any society can do is participate in recycling.
Renewable energy production
Using renewable energy sources such as wind, sun, hydropower, biofuel, and others to produce electricity is becoming an increasingly common market opportunity. Clean and renewable energy sources are crucial for sustainable development as they don’t emit greenhouse gases, helping to prevent global warming and health diseases.
Sustainable farming
Conventional farming comprises many practices that are harmful to the environment.
Some of these practices include:
– Monoculture farming
– Using synthetic pesticides and fertilizers that pollute the air, water, and soil.
Sustainable farming utilizes crop rotation in order to reduce the pressure on soils with environmentally friendly techniques. These techniques are better for both the farmers’ and the consumers’ long-term well-being.
Sustainable Construction
Sustainable construction is referred to as using:
– Sustainable materials
– Recycled materials
– Water and energy-efficient appliances
There are many other practices that are not only more environmentally friendly, but also more cost-effective in comparison to conventional construction.
A final thought
Sustainability in our lives and sustainable development goals in our businesses and in our society is brutally important. We are seeing the negative effects of our non-sustainable focused lifestyle over the generations. Our landfills are overflowing, and our oceans and lakes are polluted. Our atmosphere contains unhealthy toxins and has deteriorated exposing us to more damaging environmental influences, like gamma and harmful sun rays. And this is only the tip of the iceberg - speaking of… they are melting due to global warming, which is depleting the world of natural environments for nature to take its course.
All of the environmental and social challenges we face in sustainability are an opportunity for businesses to create new and better services, products, and technologies that support their economic growth and solve these problems.
Another great incentive is the cost savings that arise from adopting sustainable practices and using sustainable materials.
The Color Glo philosophy
To come full circle in our exploration of these concepts, it is important for us to not only show a grateful heart but to pay it forward as best we can. Color Glo International operates on a global level with franchise operations in nearly 50 countries. We engineer our products to be as sustainable and healthy as possible, in recycled containers that can then be used again.
The core philosophy of Color Glo as a mottle is “Renew Vs. Replace”. Our franchisees specialized in helping bring your old weathered items back to new while helping to maintain our environment and social responsibility.
Environmentally Friendly Products
Safe to Use in Your Home, Office, and Much More! Are you looking for furniture or automotive interior restoration? Color Glo International is environment friendly and uses water-based products that are easy to apply, durable, and safe to use in your home or office. Our special water-based formulas deliver extraordinary results from our professionally trained team of Color Glo Specialists across our global franchise locations.
Color Glo International Ranked On Franserve Fran-Tastic 500 2022
As a doorway for many people looking to be their own boss, FRANSERVE knows that franchise ownership changes lives. Color Glo International is proud to once again be on the annual FRAN-TASTIC 500 list.
Color Glo International® Ranked On FRANSERVE Fran-Tastic 500 2022
Minneapolis, MN Color Glo International recently ranked in FRANSERVE Fran-Tastic 500, 2022.
As a doorway for many people looking to be their own boss, FRANSERVE knows that franchise ownership changes lives. In their annual FRAN-TASTIC 500, the organization recognizes 500 brands going above and beyond the norm to help people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising! Like every year, they had a lot of nominations and are delighted to announce the winners!
Color Glo International is once again proud to be on that list.
Benefits of Franchising
What if you could have all the benefits of being an entrepreneur with the resources of a bigger company? Opening a franchise might just be the right path for you.
“Franchising helps people change their lives and take control of their future. It’s a community that celebrates the Life-Work Balance. A brand that makes our annual “FRAN-TASTIC 500” list shows that it values a fun and rewarding lifestyle and emphasizes people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising. It’s a brand that deserves recognition for going the extra mile and for being, well, fran-tastic!”
Guided independence
For many entrepreneurial-minded people, franchising allows them the opportunity to do what they love white running their own business. One literally can search through the thousands of franchise opportunities out there and vet the one that is right for them. Franchising is a great way to start a business when you want to work for yourself but have only a little idea of how to start it.
Benefits of big business
For those that are less business savvy and worried about small business woes, franchising will help you navigate bureaucracy and gain advice about how to handle certain situations that other franchisees may have faced before you.
You’ll also reap the benefits of getting access to group discounts on marketing materials and having a team to help build your brand locally as well as nationally. It’s a great way for new entrepreneurs to start their own businesses while still having the resources of a bigger company.
Work with friends and family
While this may not be for everyone, one of the nicest benefits of being a franchise owner is the ability to work alongside your friends and loved ones. Some people long to get away from their everyday crew, but most of us would love to be able to choose our closest peeps as our co-workers.
Less risk is required
There are brilliant founders and entrepreneurs out there that started incredible ideas from scratch. When you develop a new business idea and build it from the ground up, there will be failures that will cost money, time, energy, and frustration. With a franchise, these typical pitfalls can either be avoided or mitigated because you have a turnkey solution to plug into.
Access to help and training
When you work alone, you also solve problems alone. It can feel like you’re trapped on an island at times. There may be nowhere to turn when you need advice or things get tough. Your only knowledge resource may be your competitors.
In a franchise system, you can rest assured there are a bunch of other business owners in your circle whom you can consider partners. They have a collective experience that you can turn to for help. Franchisors provide franchisees with training in all major areas of their new business as well. They also stay by their side with advanced training to help them stay on top of your business as it grows.
The support system is second to none, specifically for franchise companies with a track record of successfully supporting their franchises for many years. Color Glo International could not be more proud to rank on this list, yet again.
To view Color Glo international in the full ranking, visit www.franserve.com/frantastic500/c/.
About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Contact
Mandi Brandon
mandi@colorglo.com
Own a franchise with CGI
Considering opening a franchise? Inquire with Color Glo International about one of the national top low-cost franchises and top home-based franchise solutions available.
Refurbished Furniture For Commercial Property
With over 45 years in the business of commercial property restoration, Color Glo International revitalizes commercial property, hospitality, religious centers, private homes, man-caves, and more with industry-leading repairs and restorations through our national color specialist franchisees.
Refurbish Commercial Furniture. Don’t Replace.
Keep your property’s furnishings and fixtures in pristine shape with Color Glo International.
With over 45 years in the business of commercial property restoration, Color Glo International revitalizes commercial property, hospitality, religious centers, private homes, man-caves, and more with industry-leading repairs and restorations through our national color specialist franchisees.
Medical Furniture
Color Glo restores medial furniture and dental office furniture. We can even re-dye colors.
Office Furniture
Color Glo brings your worn commercial furniture back to life at a fraction of the cost.
Restaurant Furniture
Color Glo specializes in bringing abused restaurant booths and chairs back to new.
Commercial and Residential Property Services
It's really tough to keep your commercial furniture in great condition. Your customers and even your employees use and abuse it every single day. Heavy daily use will degrade the value of your furniture quickly. Replacing your commercial furniture every couple of years really is not a financially feasible option.
So what's the solution?
Enter Color Glo International. There is a solution that is easy, efficient, and affordable that can bring brand new life to your worn or slightly damaged commercial furniture. Refinishing your commercial furniture can restore the original luster and sturdiness of your office pieces. Or you can opt to give them a completely new look at just a fraction of the cost you would pay for brand new items.
There are some financial benefits. Repairing a damaged piece of furniture will cost you much less than buying a new one of similar quality. One market that continues to increase prices while offering less quality is furniture - both home and commercial. Color Glo Specialists have the proper equipment and professional experience required to repair and restore all different types of furniture that are typically found in commercial buildings. We also work in residential neighborhoods all the time for leather furniture repair, automobile restoration, and marine and boat restoration. No need to replace items, we'll make them look the same as the rest.
Categories Color Glo Can Restore
Medical Offices
Maintain and fix furniture in waiting rooms, exam rooms, and more. Leather vinyl and plastic repair.
Country Clubs
Refurbish your lobby room furniture for an elegant, refreshed appearance.
Hotels
Our furniture restoration services ensure that scratches, burns, watermarks are gone.
Government Buildings
Bring used lobby, hallway, and office chairs back to new.
Residential
Repair and restore old, worn leather pieces and colored fabric for half the price.
Retail Stores
Bring back your fresh, trendy vibes with like new fixtures and re-dyed colors.
Aesthetic benefits
Your furniture and office design, home design, or commercial property design define the look and style of a home, office, or business establishment. Without it, it's an empty shell with some lighting. It adds elegance to the ambiance and gives the impression of prosperity and trustworthiness to your business (or inviting comfiness in your home). People, both clients and employees respond to the ambiance.
Therefore, if the furniture gets damaged, dirty, or worn out, the commercial space will lose its appeal and elegant character. This will happen within just a few years if not sooner because of the daily wear and tear. So rather than replace these items and waste time and effort in shopping for top retail priced items, you can refinish your commercial furniture for a fraction of the price.
Color Glo Specialists will fix any sustained damage and revitalize the surfaces so that your pieces regain their initial strength and beauty. You can have them restored to their original appearance or you can dye and re-color items such as fabric, leather, and wood to create a whole new office vibe!
Same furniture. New look. Lower price.
To sum it all up
Color Glo can Repair, Restore and Rejuvenate all your Office Furniture. Keep all your vinyl and leather office chairs for longer and restore them to like-new status. We do all our repairs on-site which eliminate any possible downtime for our customers and keeps your employees happy and productive.
COST-EFFECTIVENESS. Restored items demand higher resale value, increasing your margin potential if you're looking to sell them. Restoration also mitigates the very costly option of replacement and extends the life of your corporate furniture and office spaces. You will realize huge cost savings when compared to the alternative.
On-Site Service
Property never leaves the customers site.
Convenient for our customers.
Eliminates customer downtime.
Your property is always secure.
Permanent Lasting Repairs
Specially formulated proprietary water-based products used in this market.
Non-flammable & odorless.
Dries in minutes and usable same day.
What You Need To Know About ISO 9001 Certification
CGI International, Incorporated, a 40+-year-old leading Franchisor, Licensor, Manufacturer, and Distributor of Cleaning Products for the Restoration of Leather and Vinyl Materials has achieved ISO 9001: certification.
Why ISO 9001?
ISO 9001 sets out the criteria for a quality management system and is the only standard in the family that can be certified as well (although this is not a requirement). It can be used by any organization, large or small, regardless of its field of activity. In fact, there are over one million companies and organizations in over 170 countries certified to ISO 9001.
This standard is based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach, and continual improvement. These principles are explained in more detail in ISO’s quality management principles. Using ISO 9001 helps ensure that customers get consistent, good quality products and services, which in turn brings many business benefits.
ISO 9001: Certification
The ISO 9000 series certification addresses various aspects of quality management and also sets out the requirements of a quality management system. Color Glo International demonstrates its ongoing commitment to quality, and to achieve long-term success by seeking certifications, accreditations, and testimonials about our systems, products, and processes.
ISO 9001: specifies requirements for a quality management system where an organization
needs to demonstrate its ability to consistently provide a product that meets customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, and
aims to enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of the system, including processes for continual improvement of the system and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Color Glo In the Press
CGI International, Incorporated, a 40+-year-old leading Franchisor, Licensor, Manufacturer, and Distributor of Cleaning Products for the Restoration of Leather and Vinyl Materials has achieved ISO 9001: certification. CGI International, Inc. has been awarded this designation by SAI Global, meeting the guidelines set out by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). CGI International, Inc. has been evaluated on its commitment to continuous quality management and improvement of its operations, and quality management and manufacturing of market-based policy solutions and products.
This certification recognizes CGI International, Inc.’s commitment to quality assurance in manufacturing processes, products, and service delivery for its Licensees and the final customer providers, including some of the world’s largest companies. CGI International, Inc. is committed to total customer satisfaction by providing CGI International, Inc. products and services on-time with exceptional quality, reliability, and performance.
ISO Certification
SAI, one of the world’s leading international standards, testing, registration, and certification organizations, performed a rigorous audit to ensure CGI International, Inc.’s quality commitment and conformance to the ISO 9001 requirements.
“SAI is pleased to partner with CGI International, Inc. in its ISO certification process. CGI International, Inc. has built a solid foundation across all of its business functions and manufacturing processes that ensure its commitment to quality management and improvement,”.
This ISO certification supports CGI International, Inc.’s corporate objectives while reinforcing a culture of excellence. As CGI International, Inc. continues to expand in markets around the world, the ISO quality framework will assure their current and future service provider customers that they will continue to receive the highest quality products and consistently high-quality service from CGI International, Inc.
ABOUT CGI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
CGI International, Inc.’s unique and proprietary products and award-winning network of licensed service providers across the globe are restoring the types of materials that are most commonly found in every type of automobile, aircraft, boat, and in residential as well as commercial furnishings. In addition, their products are used daily in the restoration of numerous materials in commercial as well as residential buildings.
How To Deodorize Your Furniture in 2023
Your sofa and cloth furniture attract odors from pets, spills, smells, and daily scents in your home.
Your sofa and cloth furniture attract odors from pets, spills, smells, and daily scents in your home. The odors can be severe or may manifest as a slightly unpleasant musty smell, then progress as time passes. Fabric sofa upholstery is more prone to odor absorption since it is more permeable than leather and vinyl.
The upholstery doesn't usually require deep cleaning if it is otherwise unsoiled. Deodorizing is a simple process that entails first soaking up the odor, then disposing of it before the fabric can reabsorb it. Depending on the cause and severity, it may take more than one cleaning to completely remove the odor. A task that many people do not plan for or enjoy doing.
Upholstered Sofas & Chairs
First step. Vacuum the sofa with an upholstery brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Remove all dust, hair, and debris from your piece of furniture. This is of utmost importance. Remove cushions, if possible, and vacuum both sides.
Sprinkle baking soda on the upholstered areas of the sofa. Like vinegar, this is a miracle of nature that will do wonders for your sofa or chair. Remove seat and backing cushions and set them aside. Sprinkle the fabric beneath the cushions and the cushions with the soda. Apply enough baking soda to leave a lightly visible residue on the entire sofa.
Leave the baking soda on the sofa for at least 15 minutes, or overnight for severe odors. The baking soda absorbs the smells from the fabric and cushions. It’s like magic!
Vacuum the sofa a second time to remove the baking soda residue. Use a clean bag or empty the vacuum canister first, since the baking soda will quickly fill it up.
Blue fabric sofa.
Leather Sofas
Wipe up any spill that can result in a bad odor immediately with a damp rag. Wipe it dry so you don’t see a residual stain.
Combine a teaspoon of liquid neutral soap, such as Castille or saddle soap, with 1 cup of warm water. Wipe down the sofa with soapy water. Wipe only the smelly area or clean the entire sofa if necessary, wiping only a small area at a time.
Use a rag moistened with clear water to wipe away any soap residue. Immediately wipe dry with a soft, dry rag.
Apply an enzyme leather cleaner if an odor remains. Follow the package instructions for the correct use of the particular brand. Generally, these products are sprayed on the leather and allowed to dry.
The enzymes break down odor-causing bacteria.
Pro-Tip
Clean up spills on the upholstery immediately. Food items can leave behind rotten odors, while even water can create a musty odor. Use a clean towel to soak as much liquid from the sofa as possible.
Some sofa cushions are machine washable, which can help eliminate odors deep within. Always refer to the care tag on the cushions or underside of the sofa for washing instructions specific to your sofa.
When home remedies aren’t enough
It could be time to call the experts if your pet’s accidents remain a problem. A stain- and odor-free floor is an important part of home maintenance. Not only does it help with the value of your home, but pet feces and urine can pose a health hazard to those who are living in the house.
After you’ve dealt with the stains, make sure that your pets are happy and healthy. Consider speaking with your vet on ways to deal with accidents in the house.
Contact a Color Glo Specialist
Color Glo International Ranked 88/400 In Franchise Times
Color Glo International has ranked in the 88th position out of 400 in Franchise Times Top 400. This ranks Color Glo 16 positions better than the previous year’s ranking.
Color Glo International® Ranked 88/400 In Franchise Times
Color Glo International has ranked in the 88th position out of 400 in Franchise Times Top 400. This ranks Color Glo 16 positions better than the previous year’s ranking.
“The Franchise Times Top 400 is one of the most comprehensive rankings of the top 400 largest U.S franchise systems. We’re elated to once again, not only rank, but improve our ranking for our franchisees.”
Franchise Times Methodology
The Franchise Times Top 400 is an annual ranking of the 400 largest franchise systems in the United States by global systemwide sales, based on the previous year’s performance.
In a five-month research process and building upon a database that began in 1999, their research team uses a combination of companies’ voluntary reports and publicly available data, including the franchises’ most recent franchise disclosure documents and Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
The Franchise Times research team spends months compiling information for the rankings, the five-year sales history graphs, Top 10 lists, and industry subcategories, and then reconciling to ensure all published data is accurate and all estimates are based on a solid sales formula.
The Research Process
They began in late April with their first email and a Top 400 survey, which contains contacts from a wide range of databases dating back to 1999.
They then entered all the survey information into their database, and during that process, they update their records with any changes to ownership, top executives, addresses, etc.
They verify that survey information is being reported accurately by reconciling sales, units, and unit volumes to prior years from our database. If any discrepancies are found we contact the person who completed the survey to verify the information submitted is correct.
To qualify, a company must be a legal U.S. franchise. Franchisees must own at least 15 percent of the company’s total units. The company must also be based in the United States, or have at least 10 percent of its total units in the United States.
Systemwide sales are defined as the total sales for both franchise and company units. Those sales figures should represent sales to customers, and not corporate sales to franchisees or prospective franchisees, such as royalty revenue or franchise fees.
If two companies reported the same systemwide sales, the higher ranking is given to the company with the most units. Preference is also given to companies that voluntarily report their systemwide sales, rather than those companies for which sales figures must be estimated.
About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Contact
Mandi Brandon
mandi@colorglo.com
Own a franchise with CGI
Color Glo International Ranked Top Home-Based Franchise 2021
Color Glo International Ranked Top Home-Based Franchise in 2021.
Color Glo International® Ranked On Entrepreneur Franchise 500 2021 Top Home-Based Franchise
Color Glo International ranks in the top franchises that offer you the freedom of working from home or on the go. In the Entrepreneur’s Top Home-based franchise 500, Color Glo ranks 93 out of 500.
“As a family-based business that has supported our generations, we are very proud to rank on this list of businesses that offers other families the freedom to control their own business from the flexibility of their home.”
Understanding The Ranking
The franchise world offers a variety of opportunities that can be run from your home, car, truck, van, or another vehicle. So for entrepreneur-minded people that are ready to ditch the office, retail shop, warehouse space, or other confining walls, a home-based franchise business idea may be for you!
Companies on this list were ranked based on how they scored in the 2021 Franchise 500 evaluation, which analyzes companies based on 150-plus data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.
Color Glo International proudly has passed these tests of offering a turn-key solution for business owners that meet several different criteria.
About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
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Mandi Brandon
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Color Glo International Ranked On Franserve Fran-Tastic 500 2021
Minneapolis, MN Color Glo International recently ranked in FRANSERVE Fran-Tastic 500 2021. FRANSERVE is the world’s largest franchise consulting and expansion organization.
Color Glo International® Ranked On FRANSERVE Fran-Tastic 500 2021
Minneapolis, MN Color Glo International recently ranked in FRANSERVE Fran-Tastic 500, 2021.
As a doorway for many people looking to be their own boss, FRANSERVE knows that franchise ownership changes lives. In their annual FRAN-TASTIC 500, the organization recognizes 500 brands going above and beyond the norm to help people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising! This year, they had a plethora of nominations and are delighted to announce the winners below! Color Glo International is proud to be on that list.
Alesia Visconti, CEO of FranServe Inc. says, “Franchising is a way for many people to be an entrepreneur and be their own boss. A brand that makes our annual “FRAN-TASTIC 500” list demonstrates that it goes above and beyond the norm in helping people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising! It’s a brand that sets itself apart!”
The Fran-Tastic 500 has a careful selection process for nominating and selecting brands that qualify for this achievement and recognition. Brands were nominated and selected based on the following criteria.
Brand Identity
Turnkey Model
Operational Support
Superb Training
Industry Leader
Scalability
Quick to Launch
Clear Marketing Message
“Color Glo International is pleased to have ranked on the FRANSERVE Fran-Tastic 500 for 2021 - recognizing our commitment to providing life-changing opportunities for entrepreneurial-minded folks working in the color restoration niche. ”
To view Color Glo international in the full ranking, visit www.franserve.com/frantastic500/c/.
About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Contact
Mandi Brandon
mandi@colorglo.com
Own a franchise with CGI
Color Glo International Ranked On 2021 Franchise Gator Top 100
Color Glo International is ranked as the number 87 franchise on the Top 100 list. The ranking accompanies Franchise Gator's Top Emerging Franchises and Fastest-Growing Franchises list.
Color Glo International® Ranked On the 2021 Franchise Gator Top 100
Minneapolis, MN - Color Glo International recently ranked in Franchise Gator’s 2021 Top 100 list. This is the 8th year that the online franchise directory has published a Top 100 ranking, and was created to help those seeking to invest in a franchise opportunity.
“We are proud once again to have qualified under scrutiny to be listed in Franchise Gator’s Top 100 franchise opportunities. ”
Our Ranking
Color Glo International is ranked as the number 87 franchise on the Top 100 list. The ranking accompanies Franchise Gator's Top Emerging Franchises and Fastest-Growing Franchises list.
“Franchise Gator created the Top 100 list to help future franchise owners in finding an opportunity that was the right fit for their experience, interest, and financial capabilities, ” said Eric Bell, General Manager at Franchise Gator. “Many lists ranking the top franchise opportunities are populated by concepts that are too expensive for most budgets. We wanted to create a list that catered better to our audience, which is more representative of the common franchise seeker.”
About Franchise Gator
Franchise Gator, one of the leading destinations for those seeking to invest in a franchise opportunity, reviewed 100’s of Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD’s) to formulate their rankings. Growth in units, turnover, and financials are just a few of the items taken into consideration. The staff also takes a look at awards, the Executive team, and participation in the franchise community.
At the core of it, franchising is about risk reduction. You join a franchise because it provides a heightened chance of success as a business owner. The Top 100 has been designed, with the assistance of The Educated Franchisee, to measure the quality of a franchise system over time.
See the Franchise Gator 2021 Top 100 Liststs/top-100/
About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Contact
Mandi Brandon
mandi@colorglo.com
Own a franchise with CGI
All Things Franchising: An Interview With CGI President Gary Smith
Have you ever dreamed of one day owning your own business, but you just don't know where to begin? Then you've tuned into the right show on all things franchising. In this interview with our very own, Gary Smith, you will hear why national franchisors, successful franchisee attorneys, CPAs, and others who support this fast-growing business model.
All Things Franchising With Color Glo President Gary Smith
Have you ever dreamed of one day owning your own business, but you just don't know where to begin? Then you've tuned into the right show on all things franchising. In this interview with our very own, Gary Smith, you will hear why national franchisors, successful franchisee attorneys, CPAs, and others who support this fast growing business model.
“You know, I always say these franchises are so much more than just burgers and fries.”
On to the Interview
Interviewed by Linda Ballesteros. Linda is a host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion, and what they want their lifestyle to look like. She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession-resistant.
Linda
Hey folks, welcome to all things franchising. This is Linda Ballesteros. I'm your host today. I am so honored that you are spending some time with me today, whether you're listening to the recording or you're listening to us live, I appreciate you carving some time because, in this day and age, we have so many things going on. We're pulled in so many different directions. So I'm always honored when somebody decides to spend some time because remember time is that one commodity that you just can't get back. So today I'm going to proceed forward with introducing you to franchise concepts that are not burgers and fries. You know, I always say these franchises are so much more than just burgers and fries. So when we start looking at the franchise, industries, and the categories, you would be surprised which categories, which industries have chosen the franchise model as a disparate distribution method.
Franchising is nothing more than that. So don't get all wigged out about the franchising as something that may not be successful because you are from very far from being right. That is the farthest from the truth. This is what I'm trying to say because there are so many industries out there that are represented using the franchise model. And again, it is just a way to distribute a product or a service. So today is going to be a perfect example of that.
Our guest today is Gary Smith. Gary is the president and the chief operating officer of color glow international. Yes, franchising is international. So think about that. There are no boundaries on it. Color Glo is the world leader in the restoration and repair of leather vinyl, lure, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of automotive aircraft, Marine, and furniture. Please help me in welcoming Gary to the show, Gary, welcome to the show!
Gary
Well, thank you. And it's great to be here.
Linda
Well, I am glad you are here as well, because so many people that are not familiar with the franchise model, they, they think that maybe it's just burgers and flight fries, or maybe it's just a quick lube or, you know, some of those that they don't realize how many different products and services are distributed through the franchise model. So Gary, before we get too much further, tell me a little bit about your background and where Color Glo came from.
Gary
Well, Color Glo in my background goes back almost 45 years, Linda. We actually are a third-generation family business started many years ago by my father. And along the way, you know, he brought my brother and I along into the business. And then along the way further, I brought some of my family in the business and the fourth generation is hanging out in college and I'm sure that they will perpetuate the business as well. And where do we come by to get into this business? Well, because, again, going back, my, father saw the opportunity that people needed to have some independence back when we started, there really wasn't franchising. It was more of a distribution-type network. But back in the eighties, when franchising got going, that's when the vision said, that's really what we need to do to help people succeed because they need the support. They need the backup that helps an individual be successful and franchising Linda.
Linda
And so where, where was the interest in the restoration, the repair of leathers and fabrics. Where did that come from?
Gary
It came from the input from working in areas that people would be working in the car lots. And as you would look at this, you found that there were other services being provided. Linda, there were services such as touch up. There were services that were just detailing and cleaning. There are actually people who take care of the wheels on that. And we said, well, wait a minute, who's taking care of the interior? Even though you would detail out a car, it's still, maybe didn't look good. It may be, he still had a tear. Maybe it has some fading, maybe the roof didn't look bad, maybe there was a crack in the dash. So somebody said, and we said, there’s got to be a way to do that. So we went and found a chemist and w, got to work and we came up with a product line that would be water-based environmentally friendly.
And along the way, we just increased that with more and more products to do the repair and restoration that led us from the car industry, into the Marine industry, then into the furniture industry, and finally into the aviation industry. We actually have a repair station located in Wichita, Kansas that allows our wonderful partners to do aircraft. And I think that's a big factor out there for them, but going back, it really comes down to seeing the vision that you need an environmentally friendly product. You really need to have a chemist on staff. And one of the things we found along the way to end it for our particular industry, if we're going to be good at what we do, we need to manufacture what we make for our customers, for our partners.
Therefore, a number of years ago, we became an ISO 9,000 manufacturing company - the only one in the industry. All those factors brought us to the table of making all those materials and the cars and the planes and the boats and furniture. And as you mentioned earlier in the conversation, if it's cloth, leather, vinyl, hard, plastic, Color Glo has an answer for that customer base out there. And our partners have the knowledge and training to make that come back to life and restore it. Firstly, environmentally friendly, we're saving the environment. We're not throwing things away. We're making it last longer.
Linda
Absolutely. And these days that's such an important thing that, uh, well, it has certainly become more important these days, especially as we look at recycling. I think this next generation especially is more sensitive to recycling and keeping things a little bit longer and maybe not having as many things. So what you're doing is certainly valuable in, I mean, you could call it recycling couldn't you?
Gary
You could call it, we are saving the environment by doing it. One thing we have found along the years, uh, which we find very interesting, Linda, and I certainly would like to share this with your listening audience, but a color goal we've learned we're actually recession-proof. We've been through a number. And actually, when that occurs, those who own material like cars and boats and planes and furniture will spend money to keep it looking better, longer because we are concerned about where our expenditure is going at the time, but we still like nice things around us. One thing that was interesting in this particular past year, which I found fascinating is not, we always thought we were recession-proof that we found out that in some sense, as we're pandemic proof. Our customer base (our partners) actually grew during this time, we were blessed to add some new partners during this time. And they were able to hit the ground running. And again, there is a great need. There really aren't enough wonderful trained partners out there probably to take care of all the needs of a population out there. Because again, you know, it only takes 10 car dealerships for a partner to be successful out there, Linda.
Linda
Wow. So let's talk a little bit about that. It sounds like you refer to your franchisees as partners, which I love, um, it makes it feel like they're, you've locked arms with them, so to speak in this, in this journey for them. So as you're looking for prospective partners, Gary, are you looking for someone who has been in the reupholstery business? Are you looking for someone who has maybe had worked with reselling cars? Who are you looking for?
Gary
The real simple answer to that, Linda, is we're looking for, an individual who says to themselves, I really want some independence. I want some more personal time in my life. I want to spend more time with my family. Um, I'm tired of punching the daily time clock. Uh, I really would like to be my own boss, but not quite sure how to go about doing it currently learn about franchising, and at end of the day because they want these desires. They become a possible partner for us. They don't need a background in anything at all. Some of our more successful partners maybe came from a simple walk of life. Uh, I have a great guy who actually came from managing a burger King at one time. He wanted to get away from that rat race. We've had the people who worked for a car dealership and said, okay. ‘And you're correct’ I think I like to get away and do this on my own.
But we also had people who stepped down to the quality of life, where they were, you know, working in industry and management, maybe they were working under someone, um, all ages. There is no stop to how old or how young you need to be, to be able to do this because, with our training, you can't be colorblind Linda. That's the one thing we do have to share with everybody, but with the training, they're actually able to - from any walk of life. And what's interesting, if I may share a little bit further, is because we bring it in on a family structure. As the years have passed, we actually have seen where the kids have grown up under their parents and the kids have actually come and taken over or became involved in the business with their parents live it.
Linda
Oh, that's nice. That is nice. That just continues it in such a great transition. So Gary, if you're not looking for someone with some type of experience, how do you train them? What does that look like?
Gary
That is the wonderful thing about Color Glo. When they decide they want to, and they've spent a discovery day with us, so they get a chance to do the work and meet the group and all those good things. So they get, you know, we have the kind of a good feeling for each other, uh, and make the decision to move forward. Then they are provided three weeks of training. We do two weeks here in Minneapolis, but it is not in a big classroom. It's just them and the trainer. So each day it's one-on-one working at their pace, going through the process, going through the training, learning how to do all the products and equipment in-house in the field, uh, until they feel comfortable. And once they get that point under their belt, then they go home, get their van and get all setup or the pickup they're going to use, uh, and signage.
It gets on there. And then our trainer does fly in and spends the third week with them Linda. And that third week is where they're going out and utilizing the information and restoration and all the sales staff they've learned and put it to full application. By the end of the week, uh, generally they've picked up at least five to six Automotive accounts. So their businesses on the road, um, once they're even at the end of the third week, they're still not on their own. And we know franchising is the world to people out there because of the support. We actually… then the trainers available. We utilize an application called WhatsApp so they can visit back and forth with their trainer and other wonderful partners. Our partners are interested in their success. Often, they can spend time with a partner if it's nearby in their area for a follow-up or they have a question.
Um, I have a good story, a little bit there about, uh, if I might jump into real quick, but one of the newer partners was just out, going on probably six weeks now, and had a question about a color mixing and matching and was struggling a little bit with that. Eventually, we always get them because practice makes as good, but one of our partners is with a two-hour drive and they said they were willing to drive up and take care of the problem. Uh, the, um, of course, uh, got the, uh, new partner. I'm going to figure it out and they did, but this is the kind of support that our partners will offer to all partners that are out there. I mean, we're unique, maybe not unique, but we can serve ourselves somewhat unique because we do approach it as a family concept. And that's why we call people partners. And we have some of our wonderful partners who have been business with us for going on almost 37 years now, Linda.
Linda
Wow. That's, that's amazing right there. That speaks so much for Color Glo and the leadership team as well. So Gary, if, once I've been the training, do I need to have an office space? Do I need to have a small warehouse? What does that look like?
Gary
You know, that's a great question. And the wonderful thing about Color Glo, and thanks for asking that, is that we are mobile and because we're mobile and we go over where the customers are at - the nice thing for any new partner is at the end of the day, the only cost to run this business is the vehicle, their cell phone, and business insurance, the royalty they pay. And of course, products they use, but costs to operate a Color Glo business, never exceed 18 to 20% because they are mobile. They do not need a fixed location. They are able to pocket add 82% of a gross net in their pocket at the end of the year, year after year. And that is one of the blessings that allow them to achieve not only a high five or high six-figure income, depending on how much time they want to put into developing the business. I have partners out there who maybe don't put more than three days a week into a business and still walk home with a good six-figure income with us, Linda.
Linda
Wow, that's amazing. So once I've started, I've come on with Color Glo and I've got the vehicle. I'm all ready to go. Gary, how many employees should I anticipate having when I launch?
Gary
The world of Color Glo is that you really do not need employees. This is set up to run as a solo business. That does not mean that if you grow your business within the first year, you say, I want to share it with some friends and family members. You could do that. We know that it only takes 10 car dealerships to fill up your dance card. And then you actually have some of the warranty business that we do through the furniture industry. Uh, you have your website, but pretty much that fills up the week, the month. So now you want to expand. And that was great. But initially, I do not need employees. I probably would not go with employees. I might want to go where I can come up with a person to join me in a kind of creative, passive income. Maybe I share some of my areas with them and they would pay me a percentage for doing that.
That’s certainly a possibility that gives the other person a feeling of independence owning their own business too. But it also allows you to, you know, grow your business as you want to cover other areas. As we mentioned earlier in this conversation, Linda, I get in 10 dealerships. Uh, we haven't even approached the Marina market yet because I haven't had time. Uh, some of our partners will take and develop a business where they'll have dealerships, maybe one-third automotive, one through Marine, and they'll have one-third, an actual residential too. So in that question, do I really need the employees? No. Uh, can I actually add employees? Can I actually add independent people under me and pick up some passive income? That's very true. It's, uh, in place to do so when they're ready to do so.
Linda
So it's very scalable, um, to whatever degree they want. That's, that's nice to know that, you know, because initially, someone may be coming out of corporate, maybe a little hesitant, if you say you really need two to three employees and that can kind of, kind of scare people off. So when you're talking about, um, having dealerships who have been providing the dealerships those services before Color Glo? I don't know of another company that does what you guys do.
Gary
It really doesn't happen. I mean, you have the detailers to do the very best they can, right? Um, you know, we can add over the years or certainly mom and pop, or somebody thinks of an idea that um, you know, you can go and pick up a spray can of something and maybe I can touch it up, Linda. At the end of the day, the market is so vast. And I think the best way to look at this is not so much just the automotive market, but let's go back to what we know is that we have products to take care of cloth, leather, vinyl, and hard plastic. And so that is certainly… we've been talking automotive because that's how we start the business. But at the end of the day, everything we look at is made of that material. And we may end up finding ourselves even as we go out and about our daily task and maybe go out for lunch, or maybe we go to the beauty salon, maybe we get a haircut.
Maybe we go to a chiropractor. Maybe we have a medical appointment. Everything in that place is made of that material and thusly, we have the ability to do that. So in answer to that question, no, there really isn't anybody who can do what Color Glo does that as well as we do, but there are certainly going to be opportunities for other players who can maybe find a way or, you know, try something uniquely. They think off the internet, which is only a plus for us because they have to call us to fix it. But, uh, end of the day, uh, it really is amazing that, uh, we kind of call a cupboard glow magic, our partners, uh, do such amazing things out there. Uh, I'm always amazed myself even after all these years. Linda.
Linda
Nice, nice. Now I know that you touched on this earlier, but, uh, folks, if you're listening to this recording, it's October the 27th of 2020, I need to get some sound effects that when I say the words, the twin numbers, 2020, it sounds like an organ or something like Dracula or something. I don't know. So you mentioned the pandemic. So tell me a little bit Gary, about how the pandemic may have changed, not just your partners in the way they deliver the service, but how have you as a leader of Color Glo changed the way that you interact with your partners?
Gary
Well, we actually have stepped up and followed up with them. We actually, uh, in the early part of the pandemic timeframe, we saw a need that was going to come down the pipe and we actually introduced a way that they could, uh, disinfect the vehicles for the car dealers. And it was a spray on a product, which is proved to be very successful for them. That way they can go and partner with them. We actually have been able to, through the chatter and the WhatsApp and training videos, update that for them. So they can actually have a better approach to their dealers. Certainly, they are required in many states too, and they wear masks when they work with the dealers. Uh, but at the end of the time, we found that even some of the areas that they could work in, such as restaurants were wide open because the restaurants were shut down, but it was a good time to go in and update the interior of the restaurant because you didn't have anybody there and you could work during the daytime and they could offer also the disinfection service, why they're in there doing it for the restaurants too.
So what we found in through the, I mean, we pretty much talked to every partner, at least once or twice during the month, uh, we follow up, they call in, we call them, but we have a good group in the, uh, a time before the pandemic, we would get together for regional meetings and that will come back someday here. But, uh, we were able to reach out and, uh, sometimes they say, say they now will, you know, travel and visit with each other a little bit to support each other to Linda, which is a blessing because we look at that as the family reaching out to help each other, uh, which as I said, as shown that, uh, our partners have been very, very busy during this period of time, it hasn't really, uh, missed a beat. I'm actually impressed to see that, uh, many of them are actually showing higher numbers than we even anticipated for this period of time.
Linda
Wow. Well that speaks so much, not just about the industry that you're in, that certainly has something to do with it, but it also speaks very highly of the leadership team of Color Glo as well. So kudos to you and your team, Gary, for keeping your partners plugged in. That's great. That's great. So, um, I need to take a real quick commercial break here, but, and I know you shared a quick story with us, but I tell you what, I just love hearing stories because I can better understand more about your products and service, but more importantly, how color Glo supports their franchisees as well. Do you happen to have another story in your back pocket there, Gary, you can share with us?
Gary
Oh, I got a few there. Anytime we should like one now?
Linda
Hi folks. Welcome back to all things franchising. I'm here with Gary Smith of Color Glo international. And Gary, I asked you if you had a story you could share with us, but before you do that, uh, if someone's listening and they are intrigued by what you're saying and the opportunity here, how would they find out more information about color glow?
Gary
What we would love them to do is certainly take a look at our website if they can take the time to do that www.colorglo.com. Uh, that's a bundle of information there, but I would love to people pick up the phone and just call me to, they can call directly at my 800 number, (800) 333-8523. Just ask for Gary Smith and I be full of energy and full of information for them. So there are two great ways to do it there, Linda.
Linda
Perfect. So you have a story to share with us, do you?
Gary
Well, you know, we've got a couple of them, but we'll, uh, maybe them one of my favorite ones is over the years we look back. But I think that's when it has a little humor to it, is it kind of speaks to what you don't know that Color Glo could do. It wasn't so long ago I had our partners in Las Vegas call and they were excited and they said, Gary, I said, yes. I said, do you have no idea what we're working on this week? I said that's true. Well, I said, what is it? They said, well, we're working on a thousand leather whips. And I think… a thousand leather whips from Vegas. Okay. So you got my attention and it turns out Linda that, uh, the largest Western movie supply house is actually located in Vegas. And if we're all familiar with Western movies or Indiana Jones movies, they need leather whips. And so wherever we take requires a fresh-looking leather whip and thusly Color Glo has the ability to restore and make those look great. So, and that's a fun story.
Linda
Who would have thought Gary, that, that they do the, that they need that many leather whips when they're filming a Western.
Gary
That's exactly correct. I mean, it's just outside the box. I mean, I would never have thought of that. I got a call from a partner out on the West coast and says, guess what we're doing today? I say I don't know. He said we're restoring a Marilyn Monroe mannequin. I said, really? I said, yeah, yeah. Her lipstick was showing badly, but at the end of the day, they picked up a lot more business. The stores we all go in there and we look at, uh, you know, our clothes in there on a mannequin and say, will it look good on me, but you know, if the mannequins don't look good, I don’t look good… outside the box on that. And one more I'll throw out here, which I think is fun is when we got our international partners in Thailand going, I always love this one. So we sent our group over there to greet, meet, and get the deal, and sign and train. And it turned out the training was set up at the King's palace. And they went out because the King wanted all his nice cars to look really good. And, uh, to this day, everybody still remembers that because when it came lunchtime, they brought the lunch out on the King’s China and served them lunch. Oh, we're doing the training. Yeah. No paper bags, no paper bags.
Linda
I love those stories. I just love that. And you know, folks, if you're listening to this there again, I just want to emphasize how this is such a creative and interesting franchise. Uh, if, if you get bored easily, I would think color glow would make sure that didn't happen. Because the opportunities sound like they're, they're pretty much endless aren't they, Gary,
Gary
They are endless. They're endless. I said, just think of it as cloth, leather, vinyl, and hard plastic, then immediately the world is open to you and there's no stopping you. There really isn't. I mean, it's amazing. I mean, we also have a boutique line where we do shoes purses as caché cases. And it's amazing what people will spend for a purse or a Louis Vuitton coach purse to restore it. Maybe the shoes, maybe they came in for the wedding party, wrong color. Uh, we can take care of that immediately as a quick fix for them. I mean, yeah. It's things that are beyond just what you normally would talk about as far as, you know, cars, planes, trains, and you know, aviation.
Linda
Yeah. Yeah. I love that. Well, we are down to those final three questions here. And the first one is if there is someone listening who is interested in and they're considering purchasing a franchise, what would you suggest that they do to prepare for the process?
Gary
Well, I always suggest they have to sit down and they need to take a look at what their business goals are, you know, and they have to see what their primary motivators, I mean, uh, you know, this is a, what is your profession? What's your financial position? You know, take a very good look at that. Uh, take a look at your business preferences too. I mean, what type of franchise do you want, and to do that, then, you know, you can reach out to the franchise or, but the reality is we're blessed today to have wonderful consultants out there, you know, such as your cell phone too. And they should reach out to someone who has familiarity with not only the franchise network, as far as what's out there, uh, but can help guide them through those business goals. And, uh, you know, Berlin's preferences. Uh, they also should take a good, hard look at what their financial capability is.
Uh, you know, what can they really approach and what do they think that they have available as capital? If you take a look at those and, you know, kind of get their list in order, then they can approach much more directly and maybe they don't want the brick and motor. Maybe they do want the mobile, maybe that,,, there's so many options out there as we know. But the nice thing is that when you're working with a consultant, you're actually given what a couple of different options to look at, which helps clarify, you know, this business, this franchise could be for me.
Linda
Yeah. Very good advice there. Absolutely. So the second question here is what are two traits that make a successful franchisee?
Gary
Well, that's another great question. And I've always looked at it in the sense there that no, they have to really kind of look at all walks of life when they come to it. And the biggest thing I think is desire, desire for independence. Uh, that's a great one. Do they have the drive to get them to the point where they can see themselves daily operating their own business? They have the willingness to daily. I mean, there's nobody that's going to say, Oh, you're late. You didn't punch in. So you have to have that desire and then a sense of drive to really see yourself successfully enter into a franchise relationship. Linda.
Linda
Absolutely. Um, because the great thing about a franchise is that you get to plug it into a system. Um, but the interesting thing is that I see some struggle with that plugging into the system. However, once the plugin, that's what they're paying for and that's what streamlines it. Don't you think Gary?
Gary
Absolutely. And through the validation process of talking to other franchisees or partners that are already in the business, they get that feeling that they can see themselves as part of the franchise group part and part of the team. The biggest thing you want to be is you want to desire to have that independence, but you still want to belong. You want to be part of something and you don't want to necessarily know gee, I'm the only one out there. I mean, that's the beautiful thing we had certainly over the years and coming up with the technology, as, you know, WhatsApp now allows instant, uh, you know, confirmation of what I'm doing and just chat. Certainly, we had the days of the phone, but that really makes a big difference for people this day and age as we go forward.
Linda
Yeah. And I tell you what, um, entrepreneurs, it can be pretty lonely out there. Uh, so being plugged into an organization that has other partners that you can reach out to, it definitely takes that away because it can be a little scary out there all by yourself.
Gary
It really can. And that's what you look at a franchise, uh, when you look at it, will it bring me that, uh, relationship type I'm looking for? I don't really want to be just dropped and Oh, I bought a franchise, but now, you know, Oh, I've got a little problem here. I could use a little help. I mean, great. We'll get the trainer back out there. We'll, we'll, uh, you know, as I mentioned earlier in our conversation, we at least talk to our partners once or twice a month, either through some format. And they're actually, uh, always invited to spend time with another partner. If they're within driving distance, uh, not too long ago, we got some of our Southern partners together for a little lunch. Then one of our head trainers down there actually a couple of consultants brought by two and, uh, we had a great time. So it's a, uh, it's a, it's a bringing together of everybody. So there are so many wonderful franchise concepts out there. I know you bring a lot to the table for your candidate, you work with, but at the end of the day, it's got to be the right fit, that desire again, that, uh, you know, drive that makes you say I could see myself being part of this one.
Linda
Absolutely. You know, Gary you've, you've got a lot of experience in franchising. The final question here is what does the future of franchising look like?
Gary
We are blessed to have, uh, the world of franchising is again strong because again, we are given the fact that franchising is really the backbone of the industry. If we look around the market area and everything we drive or pass around, we walk typically somewhere in our life. Every day, we're touched by a franchise, whether it's going to be, we eat something, we buy, uh, some type of service. We get, uh, there are so many opportunities out there to be successful because of the support through franchising. Uh, they have that independence that franchisee will only continue to grow and be stronger as we come up and look at independence and people saying, Oh, okay. I just, uh, I really want to have my own business and that, I think that's what drives franchising and always will there, Linda.
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About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Contact
Mandi Brandon
mandi@colorglo.com
Own a franchise with CGI
Color Glo International Ranked On Franchise Times Top 200+
The Franchise Times Top 200+ is the most comprehensive ranking of the 500 largest U.S. franchise systems. It is backed by more than 20 years of research and is said to be the only objective ranking available for franchise systems.. Color Glo International has ranked #104 in Franchise Times Top 200+.
Color Glo International® Ranked On Franchise Times Top 200+
The Franchise Times Top 200+ is the most comprehensive ranking of the 500 largest U.S. franchise systems. It is backed by more than 20 years of research and is said to be the only objective ranking available for franchise systems.. Color Glo International has ranked #104 in Franchise Times Top 200+ (see page 35).
“A ranking of the largest franchise systems based in the United States according to global systemwide sales.”
Some words from Franchise Times
Expert: Each year we deploy seven researchers and reporters for a five-month process to collect, verify, and analyze the numbers.
• Credible: Franchising is all we cover all year round, enhancing the credibility of the Franchise Times Top 200+.
• Reader-friendly: NEW this year! We’ve grouped all 500 companies into industry categories, so readers can easily compare top, middle and bottom performers.
Their methodology
The Franchise Times Top 200+ is an annual ranking of the 500 largest franchise systems in the United States by global systemwide sales, based on the previous year’s performance.
In a five-month research process and building upon a database that began in 1999, their research team uses a combination of companies’ voluntary reports and publicly available data, including the franchises’ most recent franchise disclosure documents and Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
The Franchise Times research team spends months compiling information for the rankings, the five-year sales history graphs, Top 10 lists, and industry subcategories, and then reconciling to ensure all published data is accurate and all estimates are based on a solid sales formula.
At Color Glo International, we are proud to rank on this list of global franchise systems.
About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
See the Franchise Times Top 200+
Contact
Mandi Brandon
mandi@colorglo.com
Own a franchise with CGI
CGI Franchisee Spotlight - Massachusetts
These Featured Franchisees are in the state of Massachusetts. Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture.
CGI Franchisee Spotlight
Massachusetts officially known as the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is the most populous state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. And CGI is there to serve you.
Welcome to Massachusetts
Recently ranked on the 2020 Entrepreneur Franchise Top Global Franchises, Color Glo is an international color restoration and repair company with hundreds of franchised offices throughout the U.S. and several foreign countries. We specialize in restoring and repairing all types of damaged, mismatched, dirty, faded upholstery found in the home, office, automobile, private or commercial aircraft, boats, and commercial seating venues. In addition, Color Glo offers re-dying services when a color change is desired.
Our process uses specially formulated proprietary water-based and environmentally friendly, non-flammable, odor-free products. Color Glo re-conditioned items dry in minutes which allows the customer to use their investment almost immediately.
“I have to admit, I was a bit nervous regarding interior repairs that were needed on my Volvo. Once the job was finished, all I can say is WOW! Looks like a factory job with perfect color matching. Brian has the skills, that is for sure. I would highly recommend Brian. Thanks.”
About Color Glo Massachusetts
Massachusetts. Beautiful New England - Specializing in cleaning, conditioning, protecting, dyeing, restoring, and repairing all your leather goods. Massachusetts has two Color Glo franchisees in the state of Massachusetts spanning from Plymouth County on the eastmost coast to the west metro and central state areas - all offering the highest quality color restoration and repair services for leather, carpet, fiberglass, upholstery, velour, vinyl, cloth, hard plastic, and wood grain.
CGI franchisees in Massachusetts specialize in leather and automotive restoration but can repair and restore leather, vinyl, plastics, and cloth materials found in automotive, marine, aircraft, and residential markets.
Vinyl
Leather
Cloth
Velour
Fiberglass
Fabric
Wood Grain
Panel & Dash
Carpet
Service Area
Service categories
With Color Glo International, you have many benefits such as on-site service, cost-effective permanent lasting repairs, environmentally safe, higher resale value and time saving efficiency without transport back and forth. Color Glo in the state of Masssachusetts services the following catagories.
Automotive
Commercial
Recreational
Aviation
Marine
Residential
Visit the state of Massachusetts
Color Glo customers also like the fact that the process takes place at their own site. There is no down time involved in dropping off your item or picking it up, we come to you, leaving valuable time for your needs - not ours.
Interested In a Color Glo Franchise?
Color Glo International is the World Leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Automotive Guide To Cleaning For COVID-19
The coronavirus has really changed our lives on a global basis. In a place where we are still unsure how to control the virus and all the ways it can be transmitted, there are many concerns about automobiles. The coronavirus can be transmitted through surface contact, so the high-turnover businesses that use automobiles (such as Uber and Lyft), rental car companies, and even car dealers find themselves in a bit of a tough spot.
COVID-19 Automotive Guide to Cleaning
The coronavirus has really changed our lives on a global basis. In a place where we are still unsure how to control the virus and all the ways it can be transmitted, there are many concerns about automobiles. The coronavirus can be transmitted through surface contact, so the high-turnover businesses that use automobiles (such as Uber and Lyft), rental car companies, and even car dealers find themselves in a bit of a tough spot.
The risk of COVID-19 has increased to the extent to which any shared vehicles must be cleaned and disinfected regularly. Learn everything you need to know about disinfecting your car and how to keep yourself, your customers, friends, and family safe and healthy and how to help stop the spread of coronavirus.
Use a cloth for interior surfaces
Microfiber cloth is ideal for cleaning interior surfaces like leather upholstery, plastic dashboards, metal seatbelts, and other surfaces you may find in your automobile. The engineering of microfiber is perfectly suited to removing surface dirt, instead of smashing it into corners. Microfiber is designed to scoop out dirt and trap it.
Paper materials, such as napkins, paper towels, toilet paper… etc make dirt and grime (and along with those - germs) much tougher to clean. Instead of removing dust and germs, paper products pack the dirt tightly into crevices and fabrics.
Clean before disinfecting
According to CDC guidelines on reopening, before disinfecting, it is crucial to clean the interior surfaces of the car with soap and water. This does not apply, however, for how to clean leather or microsuede fabric. Use standard dish soap and a brush to thoroughly scrub all plastic and metal interior surfaces before whipping away any excess with a clean damp cloth.
The scrubbing of surfaces is an important part of cleaning car surfaces of coronavirus, which latches onto surfaces. Scrubbing surfaces clean with soap and water acts to destroy these buggers and keep them from sticking to the surface you are trying to disinfect.
Avoid liquid cleaners
You probably have the common virus-killing cleaners around the house or garage. Resist the urge to use these. Using chemicals such as bleach, hydrogen peroxide, vinegar, or ammonia on your car’s leather or fabric upholstery will produce results you will not be happy with. And, using these products on LCD screens and touchscreens, in newer vehicles, breaks down the protective outer layer of the screen.
Cleaning leather seats and upholstery
The first step here is to vacuum the area to suck up dust and dirt that can prevent you from properly cleaning the affected area.
Leather requires special care and attention if you want it to retain its integrity and appeal. And, scrubbing leather often removes the dye coloring applied during the manufacturing or leather repair process. so that is. no-no… For leather seats and upholstery, use a warm water and soap mixture – making sure not to soak the leather. Using a clean cloth, soak up any extra soap and water solution to keep it from pooling. Once the leather is clean of dust and surface contaminants, lightly spray down the surface with an all-natural liquid disinfectant/sanitizer. You can learn more general leather care tips in the article “How to care for your leather furniture”.
Lastly, use a commercial-grade leather conditioner to prevent the leather from drying out and cracking.
Final Thoughts
Now, more than ever, Americans and people worldwide are uber-conscious about their health and cleanliness. How many surfaces do you touch before putting your hands on the steering wheel? If you want to protect yourself and your passengers from the risk of getting infected with COVID-19, you have to know how to clean leather, metal, plastic, and fabric. Period.
This virus can live on surfaces for up to three days, so door handles, seat belts, gear shifters, dash controls, sunshades, your steering wheel, etc. are all surfaces that can remain infectious for up to three days. And much of what you car encounters is “front line” type of encounters that you can not control - things like automotive shops, the grocery store, gas station, or anywhere you happen to land.
Everything and anything your fingers touch is a possible surface for transmission. So, learning how to clean leather, plastic, and other surfaces in your car’s interior is essential to stopping the spread of coronavirus through surface contact in vehicles.
If you want to learn more about professional cleaning services for COVID-19 reopening and to learn how to clean leather and other vehicle surfaces to help stop the spread of COVID-19.contact a CGI Specialist today.
Color Glo Specialist Can Help
Color Glo International is the industry leader in restoring furniture, boats, RV's, aircraft, commercial equipment & more. Color Glo specialists can repair or clean anything from rips, tears, burns, frayed stitching, beverage & food stains, lipstick, ink stains, and everything in between. Give a Color Glo certified technician a call. We are mobile and offer onsite service so there is little inconvenience to you, our customer!
Our repairs and cleaning are environmentally safe and children/pet friendly. We use water-based products so you don’t have the dingy chemical feeling after we’ve completed our service. We even have general cleaning kits to provide you for the next time you find yourself needing a spot removal product that really works!
How To Determine If Its Worth Restoring My Furniture
To Restore Or Not To Restore? You’ve got that old leather couch or high quality (be it old) fabric chair that needs to be replaced. Or maybe you’ve found a wonderful piece at a vintage shop that is begging you to take it home to refinish it. Easy and affordable right? Maybe… consider your options.
To Restore Or Not To Restore
You’ve got that old leather couch or high quality (be it old) fabric chair that needs to be replaced. Or maybe you’ve found a wonderful piece at a vintage shop that is begging you to take it home to refinish it. Easy and affordable right?
Before undergoing the journey of such furniture repair you need to ask yourself a few key questions:
What would the replacement cost be vs. restoring it? (might take some homework)
What type of fabric is it?
What is the furniture worth? This usually includes a sentimental value as much as a monetary value.
Material
Let’s get into material. Usually the piece you are looking to restore is leather (in most cases) Is it genuine leather or is it bonded leather? If the top layer of the leather furniture is flaking and peeling away, then chances are likely that you have bonded leather. Bonded leather isn’t real leather so unfortunately its rather disposable and can not be repaired.
Bonded leather is actually bits of leather sprayed over vinyl. The top side of the vinyl is then stamped and colored to have a leather-like look.
If you’ve determined that you have genuine leather furniture, then you do have some repair options. There are many furniture cleaners and protectors on the market that home-owners can try themselves to repair dirty surfaces, stains rips and tears.
** Pro Tips - If you are in the market for new leather furniture you may want to consult our article about “Top Questions To Ask Before Buying Leather Furniture”
Replacement cost
You probably have already done the math… what is your time and money worth when considering attempting to repair furniture vs. buying brand new. For some, they simply don’t have the time so nearly everything in their lives becomes disposable. But for others, the value of restoring something has a special place. Then cost becomes the only factor.
If cost of replacement is a concern but also time and money spent on on a DIY solution concerns you, then that’s when you should seek a professional. At Color Glo, we offer up to a 70% savings in restoration vs buying new. A CGI specialist will come on-site (so you don’t have to haul your item anywhere) and they’ll work to asses the damage, color match the material and apply special techniques to restore the area back to new.
Leather Care Tips
If you’ve recently bought new leather furniture, you may want to fuel up on some knowledge on how to take care of your furniture to avoid repairs and long-term wear. To learn more, view this article on “How To Care For Leather Furniture”.
Other materials
Leather is not the only material that can be restored. CGI specialists can bring vinyl, plastics, fabric and more back to life. We specialize in both residential and commercial/medical equipment including planes, helicopters, automobiles, watercraft and more.
A CGI specialist restoring a bench seat in a business setting.
View our service categories and learn more about restoring your old items back to new.
Color Glo Specialist Can Help
Color Glo International is the industry leader in restoring furniture, boats, RV's, aircraft, commercial equipment & more. Color Glo specialists can repair or clean anything from rips, tears, burns, frayed stitching, beverage & food stains, lipstick, ink stains, and everything in between. Give a Color Glo certified technician a call. We are mobile and offer onsite service so there is little inconvenience to you, our customer!
Our repairs and cleaning are environmentally safe and children/pet friendly. We use water-based products so you don’t have the dingy chemical feeling after we’ve completed our service. We even have general cleaning kits to provide you for the next time you find yourself needing a spot removal product that really works!
CGI Franchisee Spotlight - Ohio
These Featured Franchisees are in the state of Ohio. Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture.
CGI Franchisee Spotlight
Southwest Ohio.
Welcome to Ohio
Recently ranked on the 2020 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Color Glo is an international color restoration and repair company with hundreds of franchised offices throughout the U.S. and several foreign countries. We specialize in restoring and repairing all types of damaged, mismatched, dirty, faded upholstery found in the home, office, automobile, private or commercial aircraft, boats, and commercial seating venues. In addition, Color Glo offers re-dying services when a color change is desired.
Our process uses specially formulated proprietary water-based and environmentally friendly, non-flammable, odor-free products. Color Glo re-conditioned items dry in minutes which allows the customer to use their investment almost immediately.
“We take pride in our services and we are confident that you will be satisfied with the results. If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied, we guarantee to make it right!”
About Color Glo Ohio
Ohio! Specializing in cleaning, conditioning, protecting, dyeing, restoring, and repairing all your leather goods. Ohio has two Color Glo franchisees in the western region of the state, both offering the highest quality color restoration and repair services for leather, carpet, fiberglass, upholstery, velour, vinyl, cloth, hard plastic, and wood grain.
CGI franchisees in Ohio specialize in leather and automotive restoration but can repair and restore leather, vinyl, plastics, and cloth materials found in automotive, marine, aircraft, and residential markets.
Vinyl
Leather
Cloth
Velour
Fiberglass
Fabric
Wood Grain
Panel & Dash
Carpet
Service Area
Service categories
With Color Glo International, you have many benefits such as on-site service, cost-effective permanent lasting repairs, environmentally safe, higher resale value and time saving efficiency without transport back and forth. Color Glo in the state of Ohio services the following catagories.
Automotive
Commercial
Recreational
Aviation
Marine
Residential
Color Glo customers also like the fact that the process takes place at their own site. There is no down time involved in dropping off your item or picking it up, we come to you, leaving valuable time for your needs - not ours.
Interested In a Color Glo Franchise?
Color Glo International is the World Leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Mobile Repair Service Helps Boat Owners Get Sailing
If you’re like the people of our home state of Minnesota, you like your boats. But boating season brings repairs - let a Color Glo Specialist come to your for upholstery, vinyl, leather and plastic repair.
Behold It Is Boating Season
If you’re like the people of our home state of Minnesota, you like your boats. Boating is a family and friends activity that is shared worldwide and due to COVID-19; it has been partially on hold for many boat owners. Restrictions on public docks and slips and as well as the availability of boat repair shops have slowed down the process of hitting the water.
Many people who have private docks or the ability to put in someplace have had the lake itch and went out as soon as humanly possible. And after slathering on sunscreen, packing up your clothing and water gear, the last thing you want to encounter at the dock is a problem with your boat that puts the family fun on hold.
But, if you’re one of the 12 million registered boat owners in the United States, then you know there’s a price to relaxing on the water. Boats require frequent maintenance and upkeep. Most boat owners find that annual maintenance costs add up to about 10 percent of the cost of the boat.
Upholstery maintenance
In addition to the boat’s engine and electrical components, one of the top items to maintain on any watercraft is the canvas and upholstery. Color Glo International offers on-site repair services for a quick and convenient solution to get you out of the marina and back on the water.
High-stress areas
One area of the boat that often gets overlooked is that back seat section or rear of the boat. It really depends what you use your boat for, but if recreation is its purpose then you are the target customer for repair services in this area. People stepping on the back seats and rear deck after tubing, water skiing or cock-tailing on floaties can cause serious wear and tear. Stepping on cushions can cause a lot of direct stress to the seat and its coating. You just might find them to be cracked and in need of repair right now as you are sliding into the lake.
Damage by winter visitors
It’s possible you haven’t noticed more hidden damage. Mice are an issue we are finding regularity with our boat owners. And though mice can literally chew through wires, harnesses, tubing and other important electrical elements, the most common issue we find after winter storage is damage to cushions. They find their way into the filling and take up residence for the colder months leaving you with, well... expense.
Though it will really depend on the peice and the damage, but generally speaking a Color Glo restoration specialist can bring your marine leather, vinyl and cushion back to life for 70% - 90% cheaper than buying new. And we come to you!
Just check out these before & after pics.
Sun-fading
The sun can damage and fade your boat’s upholstery, making it look worn and tired. CGI Specialists are trained to expertly repair and re-dye tears. They can fix holes, scuffs and scratches too, even cigarette burns, punctures and more. Their restoration techniques can refresh the appearance of your boat and make it look like it did when you first set sail.
We’re not just about boats
Though this is the boating season, Color Glo International onsite repair services cover so much more. Make that old boat, camper or RV look like new again! Color Glo can Restore, Repair, Clean as well as renew or often change the color of Leather, Vinyl, Cloth, Velour, Woodgrain, Fabric, Hard Plastic & Carpet used on Motorcycles, ATVs, Boats, Jet Skis, Motor Homes, Campers and much more!
Color Glo can restore all the interior of your beautiful and hard earned watercraft and recreational vehicles. Whether it be vinyl, boat carpet or even hard plastic, we can make the interior of your boat look new again. Who knows... you may even find our products make your boat look even better than new! Color Glo specialists can perform these services:
Seats and beds repair.
Boat tops restoration.
Engine enclosures restoration.
Mildew removal.
Woodgrain restoration.
Hard plastic repair
Color Glo Specialist Can Help
Color Glo International is the industry leader in restoring furniture, boats, RV's, aircraft, commercial equipment & more. Color Glo specialists can repair or clean anything from rips, tears, burns, frayed stitching, beverage & food stains, lipstick, ink stains, and everything in between. Give a Color Glo certified technician a call. We are mobile and offer onsite service so there is little inconvenience to you, our customer!
Our repairs and cleaning are environmentally safe and children/pet friendly. We use water-based products so you don’t have the dingy chemical feeling after we’ve completed our service. We even have general cleaning kits to provide you for the next time you find yourself needing a spot removal product that really works!
Restoring Pet Damage On Furniture To New
Our furry four-legged children. We love them, we care for them, we can’t live without them. They’re cuddly and cute and they bring happiness into our lives but they can also cause damage to our leather furniture (and elsewhere around the house).
Pet Damage - Yikes!
Our furry four-legged children. We love them, we care for them, we can’t live without them. They’re cuddly and cute and they bring happiness into our lives but they can also cause damage to our leather furniture (and elsewhere around the house).
We get it. Your anger level is likely high after seeing the damage your pet caused to a brand new top-grain leather couch. A couple of things to keep in mind (in the mission to remain at zen) is that your pet(s) will cause far less damage in your home than human children will in your lifetime. ALSO, there are solutions available to restore that expensive leather investment back to new that can keep you from skinning the cat.
There is often no need to replace your damaged furniture as restoring scratches, holes, and tears caused by your furry friends is totally “doable” as well as restoring your love for Fido.
However, this door below may have a different fate….
Dad, look what I did! It was super fun!
Determine if restoration is an option
The first thing you’ll want to to do is consider a small checklist to see if restoration is a good route to explore. Sometimes, pet damage can be a bit beyond saving, such as the cute doggo in the photo above. Chances are that home will need a brand new door. But this isn’t always the case, especially with furniture.
Here are some tips:
What is the total amount of damage to the furniture? Is it just a few inches or are their tears measured in feet?
What is the type of material the damage is on? This may also help you determine how likely restoration is. For example is your piece genuine leather, bonded leather, or another type of material?
What is the replacement value of the furniture itself? Depending on the quality of the piece of furniture you own, it may be more worthwhile to simply buy new. This would usually only apply to lower-cost furniture solutions not bought at higher-end quality furniture stores. If it is a quality piece, Color Glo specialists can save you hundreds or more by restoring to new.
Lastly, how much do you love your pet? Ok. just kidding… Fido comes first in all of our hearts.
Can I repair the damage myself?
Sure, why not. But is furniture repair a lane that you typically drive-in? Do you want to? When you’ve injured your body and need medical help (such as stitches) do you handle that task yourself or visit a professional? As with nearly all categories, delegating this type of pet damage on furniture to a CGI specialist has its benefits. Especially if you really like your furniture and want to get it back to looking great again.
Your pet’s handiwork can be restored to new for a fraction of the cost and no headache to you. Your time is better spent on larger ticket items in your home or family life.
Sorry…. I love you!
How much does it cost?
Subjective question. And asking this question or getting a quote won’t cost you anything so it is worth sizing it up. The cost of pet damage restoration will greatly depend on the type of material and the exact procedures needed for the job. If your issue is not necessarily damage but “odor” then it may be a DIY situation. You can get some great tips and advice in our article How To Remove Pet Odor From Your Furniture.
Most professionals will ask for you to send them photos of the damage so they can assess the situation, then provide you information from there.
Color Glo Specialist Can Help
Color Glo International is the industry leader in restoring furniture. Color Glo specialists can repair or clean anything from rips, tears, burns, frayed stitching, beverage & food stains, lipstick, ink stains, and everything in between. Give a Color Glo certified technician a call. We are mobile and offer onsite service so there is little inconvenience to you, our customer!
Our repairs and cleaning are environmentally safe and children/pet friendly. We use water-based products so you don’t have the dingy chemical feeling after we’ve completed our service. We even have general cleaning kits to provide you for the next time you find yourself needing a spot removal product that really works!
CGI Franchisee Spotlight - South Carolina
This Featured Franchisee is in the state of South Carolina. Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture.
CGI Franchisee Spotlight
Upper South Carolina
York, SC
Recently ranked on the 2020 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Color Glo is an international color restoration and repair company with hundreds of franchised offices throughout the U.S. and several foreign countries. We specialize in restoring and repairing all types of damaged, mismatched, dirty, faded upholstery found in the home, office, automobile, private or commercial aircraft, boats, and commercial seating venues. In addition, Color Glo offers re-dying services when a color change is desired.
Our process uses specially formulated proprietary water-based and environmentally friendly, non-flammable, odor-free products. Color Glo re-conditioned items dry in minutes which allows the customer to use their investment almost immediately.
About Color Glo Upper South Carolina
Specializing in cleaning, conditioning, protecting, dyeing, restoring, and repairing all your leather goods. South Carolina has a brand new Color Glo franchisee operated by Eve Coker, servicing the Chester, Cherokee, York, Union & Lancaster areas - all offering the highest quality color restoration and repair services for leather, carpet, fiberglass, upholstery, velour, vinyl, cloth, hard plastic, and wood grain.
Eve and CGI South Carolina specialize in leather and automotive restoration but can repair and restore leather, vinyl, plastics, and cloth materials found in automotive, marine, aircraft, and residential markets.
Vinyl
Leather
Cloth
Velour
Fiberglass
Fabric
Wood Grain
Panel & Dash
Carpet
Service Area
Service categories
With Color Glo International, you have many benefits such as on-site service, cost-effective permanent lasting repairs, environmentally safe, higher resale value and time saving efficiency without transport back and forth. Color Glo in the state of South Carolina services the following catagories.
Automotive
Commercial
Recreational
Aviation
Marine
Residential
Color Glo customers also like the fact that the process takes place at their own site. There is no down time involved in dropping off your item or picking it up, we come to you, leaving valuable time for your needs - not ours.
Interested In a Color Glo Franchise?
Color Glo International is the World Leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Color Glo International Releases A Botanical Disinfectant Solution For Norovirus COVID-19
Color Glo International releases the sale of Bioesque disinfectant solution for cleaning and restoration services performed through our franchisee channels. An effective disinfectant against COVID-19 and other viruses.
Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 - Color Glo International releases a Bioesque disinfectant solution for cleaning and restoration services performed through our franchisee channels.
It’s likely that you have always appreciated a sparkling clean automobile, boat, recreational vehicle, and even in your home or office. This is especially true if you’re looking to buy something preowned or recently used by someone else. But the current COVID-19 pandemic is causing businesses, resellers, and consumers alike to rethink their exposure to potential bacteria.
Color Glo International - the World Leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics is one of the companies implementing quick changes to provide a safer and healthier environment for our customers and our Color Glo franchisees around the world.
“The world has changed over night and we are living in a new age, with COVID-19 front and center for our clients and our CGI specialists. We want our customers to understand that we have expanded our line of disinfectants with their health and safety in mind. As well, Color Glo International continues to plan for the near future in areas of cleanliness, hygiene and social distancing while serving our customers so they know that our commitment to their health and safety is our priority.”
About Bioesque Disinfectant
Due to the overwhelming need for a water-based, botanical disinfectant, CGI has partnered with distributors to bring a non-hazardous disinfection product, featuring Thymox Technology, to our customers. This is a sustainable botanical technology consisting of proprietary patented formulations with strong antimicrobial and cleaning efficiency. Thymox Technology is environmentally friendly, non-toxic, non-corrosive, biodegradable, and plant-derived from Thyme oil.
Germs, bacteria, viruses, and other malevolent micro-organisms may be small in size, but the threat that they pose to human health is striking. With the recent pandemic caused by Norovirus COVID-19, the safety of our customers and our Color Glo Specialists, globally, is our top priority.
With a formula that is free of bleach and other harsh chemicals, Bioesque’s Botanical Disinfectant Solution is a great choice for hazard-conscious or environmentally sensitive settings. This US EPA registered broad-spectrum disinfectant is recommended in for use in hundreds of environments and surfaces and quickly destroys germs that it encounters, including, but not limited to:
Kills 99.99 percent of viruses in one minute.
Kills 99.99 percent of bacteria in two minutes.
Kills 99.99 percent of fungi and molds in three minutes.
Kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis in three minutes.
How It Benefits Consumers
Bioesque’s Botanical Disinfectant Solution is an undeniably useful tool for our restoration and cleaning professionals. It is perfect for use on an impressive array of surfaces and requires no special precautions or equipment to use. This versatile product is suitable for health care, residential, commercial and industrial settings and ideal for restoration scenarios. When working with Color Glo International, your spaces and equipment will be left disinfected according to recommended guidelines.
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Color Glo uses a disinfectant during our cleaning process that is effective against the coronavirus. Do your home furnishings and automobile interiors need some love?
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Color Glo International is the World Leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine, and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
Our repairs and cleaning are environmentally safe and children/pet friendly. We use water-based products so you don’t have the dingy chemical feeling after we’ve completed our service. We even have general cleaning kits to provide you for the next time you find yourself needing a spot removal product that really works!
