Source: FranopolisAbbey Carpet and Floor Showrooms
Abbey Carpet Co. is a flooring retail franchise founded in 1958. It specializes in floor-covering products, including carpet, hardwood, tile, laminate, and other flooring materials. The business operates as a retail franchise serving customers seeking flooring products.
The Business
SourcesFTG is the owner and franchisor of Floors To Go Showrooms, a floor covering and home fashion franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The Abbey System is based upon owner/operators of floor covering showrooms selling to individual consumers from a variety of samples provided by ABBEY. The showrooms then purchase the customer orders from ABBEY approved floor covering and window treatment vendors.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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FTG is the owner and franchisor of Floors To Go Showrooms, a floor covering and home fashion franchise.
Source NotesThe Abbey System is based upon owner/operators of floor covering showrooms selling to individual consumers from a variety of samples provided by ABBEY. The showrooms then purchase the customer orders from ABBEY approved floor covering and window treatment vendors.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Other Displays (Optional) | $400 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 Other Displays (5) (Optional) $400 to $1,500 per Showroom |
| Insurance | $250 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 Insurance (7 ) $250 to $1,500 Per terms of policy Before signing Insurer |
| Professional Fees | $500 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 Professional Fees (8 ) $500 to $1,500 As incurred As needed Third Parties |
| Additional Funds — Three Months | $0 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 Additional Funds — Three Months (9 ) $0 to $10,000 As incurred As needed Employees, Expenses and Overhead |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Marketing & Advertising
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Advertising Fee (Single or Multiple Showroom) (3) $3,000 Payable semi - annually, in two equal payments of $1,500
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Website Design | Website Design $60 to $375 (8) As Incurred Each Month These fees are non - refundable. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Early Termination Fee | Early Termination Fee $20,000 to $50,000 Upon early termination of the Membership Agreement | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee $750 At Time of Renewal This fee is non - refundable. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Annual Convention | Annual Convention $299 for the first two individuals and $250.00 for each additional individual (7) As incurred These fees are non - refundable. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Membership Fee for Master Franchisee Territory | N ew members located in those territories are required to execute a membership agreement with the master franchisee and are charged an initial membership fee of $2,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Local Advertising | Local Advertising (4) 4% - 6% of monthly gross sales (5) As Incurred Each Month Paid to advertising vendors. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Membership Fee | N ew members located in those territories are required to execute a membership agreement with the master franchisee and are charged an initial membership fee of $2,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Advertising Fee | Advertising Fee (Single or Multiple Showroom) (3) $3,000 Payable semi - annually, in two equal payments of $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesIf you are a business entity, the showroom manager is not required to have an equity interest in the ABBEY membership.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 15 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
There is no obligation that you participate in the actual operation of the membership business.
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If you are a business entity, the showroom manager is not required to have an equity interest in the ABBEY membership.
Source NotesThere is no obligation that you participate in the actual operation of the membership business.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe annual conventions, voluntary training programs, and other elective conferences will be held in a location within the United States designated by ABBEY.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
The typical length of time between the signing of the Membership Agreement and the opening of the member's showroom as an ABBEY Showroom is 30 to 90 days.
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You are not required to install, maintain or use any specified or approved computer system or point-of-sale hardware or any designated software programs to maintain data, business records or customer transactions for your Showroom.
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Membership Agreement and the opening of the member's showroom as an ABBEY Showroom is 30 to 90 days.
The annual conventions, voluntary training programs, and other elective conferences will be held in a location within the United States designated by ABBEY.
Source NotesYou are not required to install, maintain or use any specified or approved computer system or point-of-sale hardware or any designated software programs to maintain data, business records or customer transactions for your Showroom.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesNo interest will be charged to you and no separate promissory note will be executed by you.
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Source NotesNo interest will be charged to you and no separate promissory note will be executed by you.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 419 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
FTG is the owner and franchisor of Floors To Go Showrooms, a floor covering and home fashion franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The Abbey System is based upon owner/operators of floor covering showrooms selling to individual consumers from a variety of samples provided by ABBEY. The showrooms then purchase the customer orders from ABBEY approved floor covering and window treatment vendors.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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FTG is the owner and franchisor of Floors To Go Showrooms, a floor covering and home fashion franchise.
Source NotesThe Abbey System is based upon owner/operators of floor covering showrooms selling to individual consumers from a variety of samples provided by ABBEY. The showrooms then purchase the customer orders from ABBEY approved floor covering and window treatment vendors.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Susan Butler (Chief Financial Officer), Steven L. Mintz (Vice President of Franchise Development), David L. Hardy (Executive Vice President of Merchandising and Member Services) and Philip Gutierrez (Chief Executive Officer, President, Sole Director and Chairman).
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Susan Butler – Chief Financial Officer
Steven L. Mintz – Vice President of Franchise Development
David L. Hardy – Executive Vice President of Merchandising and Member Services
Source NotesPhilip Gutierrez - Chief Executive Officer, President, Sole Director and Chairman
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
ABBEY will be responsible for identifying, negotiating with, and approving all suppliers to the Abbey System.
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ABBEY will receive a brokerage fee from each manufacturer or merchandise vendor participating in the Abbey System, based upon the total amount of sales made by each manufacturer or vendor through the Abbey System.
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ABBEY will be responsible for identifying, negotiating with, and approving all suppliers to the Abbey System.
Source NotesABBEY will receive a brokerage fee from each manufacturer or merchandise vendor participating in the Abbey System, based upon the total amount of sales made by each manufacturer or vendor through the Abbey System.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
No interest will be charged to you and no separate promissory note will be executed by you.
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Source NotesNo interest will be charged to you and no separate promissory note will be executed by you.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The typical length of time between the signing of the Membership Agreement and the opening of the member's showroom as an ABBEY Showroom is 30 to 90 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 · Item 11 · View Source
The annual conventions, voluntary training programs, and other elective conferences will be held in a location within the United States designated by ABBEY.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 11 · View Source
You are not required to install, maintain or use any specified or approved computer system or point-of-sale hardware or any designated software programs to maintain data, business records or customer transactions for your Showroom.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 11 · View Source
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Membership Agreement and the opening of the member's showroom as an ABBEY Showroom is 30 to 90 days.
The annual conventions, voluntary training programs, and other elective conferences will be held in a location within the United States designated by ABBEY.
Source NotesYou are not required to install, maintain or use any specified or approved computer system or point-of-sale hardware or any designated software programs to maintain data, business records or customer transactions for your Showroom.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
15Owner Participation
If you are a business entity, the showroom manager is not required to have an equity interest in the ABBEY membership.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 15 · View Source
There is no obligation that you participate in the actual operation of the membership business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 15 · View Source
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If you are a business entity, the showroom manager is not required to have an equity interest in the ABBEY membership.
Source NotesThere is no obligation that you participate in the actual operation of the membership business.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must comply with all of ABBEY's reasonable requirements in that regard, including offering and selling new or different products or services as specified by ABBEY.
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Source NotesYou must comply with all of ABBEY's reasonable requirements in that regard, including offering and selling new or different products or services as specified by ABBEY.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
You will also have the right to renew your Abbey membership for successive terms of five (5) years.
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Source NotesYou will also have the right to renew your Abbey membership for successive terms of five (5) years.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figures to promote our franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 419 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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Source NotesFranchised 2023 426 419 - 7
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