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Sold. Bespoke Interior Design, Custom Made Curtains & Blinds And Soft Furnishings

LISTING DETAILS
Firms For Sale ID:
34571
Vendor reference:
AG143
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BUSINESS DETAILS
Location:
Primary sector:
Secondary sector:
Asking price:
£65,000  
Turnover / revenue:
£344,000
Net profit / cashflow:
£60,000
Years established:
39
Trading hours:
Monday Friday: 9.0 am 5.30 pm Evenings and weekends by appointment
Number of employees:
6
Employees / staffing:
The business uses four contractors who are primarily involved with the production of various curtain, blind and upholstery items. The owner works in the business and employs six in house, highly experienced staff creating beautiful bespoke curtains/blinds to the highest of standards,a curtain fitter, an accountant and a trainee apprentice learning all aspects of the business.

OTHER DETAILS
Reason for selling:
Having put the last thirty three years of her life into this business, the owner is looking to take a very well earned retirement.
Support and training:
Due to the nature of this business, the owner has said she is prepared to stay on to complete a lengthy handover if required.
Business is relocatable:
Yes
Business is web-based:
No
Business is home-based:
No
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BUSINESS DESCRIPTION
Bespoke Interior Design, Custom Made Curtains & Blinds and Soft Furnishings
Ref.AG143
Location Sevenoaks Kent
Asking Price GBP 65,000
Turner Butler are delighted to be appointed as sole selling agents for this established and successful bespoke interior design and specialist made to measure curtain retailer with an excellent fitting service.

Established in 1977, this business has thrived over the years due to the excellent reputation that it has achieved. A combination of exceptionally high standards of work, an individual and personal service as well as first class fitting service all add up to many years of customer satisfaction and a growing order book.

Services include bespoke curtains, blinds, roman blinds, venetian blinds, vertical blinds, conservatory blinds, upholstery including sofa and chair covers, wallpapers, poles, rugs, carpets, curtain tiebacks and wall coverings. A free consultation service is standard.

The business has a reputation for originality. Quotes are delivered within 48 hours. This fast response strategy, does in fact win many contracts. The business prides itself on dealing with any issue on an urgent basis. Marrying up the original designs with high quality fabrics and accessories with fast lead times are part of this businesses fantastic achievements.

The business maintains an extensive base of satisfied clients who appreciate the prompt and friendly service and are more than happy to recommend our client to a network of friends and family creating a high percentage of the success that the business has enjoyed over the last 38 years.

This is a perfect opportunity for a first time buyer wanting to buy an established profitable business ripe for expansion or a company presently in the sector that wishes to expand its coverage in this very lucrative south east location.

The showroom has an extensive range of pattern books and curtain displays.

Expansion Potential
Business could be increased with the addition of ready made products and by expanding the wallpaper side of the business. This would open up the mass market, whilst it should not adversely affect the core business that the company is renowned for. Extending services to include decorating, flooring, carpeting and the supply of furniture and household items are all worth exploring.

Market / Competition / Non-Competition Agreements
The business has a well designed website, that has been optimised to improve search engine visibility. Additionally, Checkatrade has amazing reviews on line from the business.