Source: FranopolisCreative Colors International, Inc.
The Business
SourcesYou will specialize in promoting and providing services for the repair, coloring, cleaning, protection and restoration of leather, cloth, vinyl, velour, plastics and other upholstery surfaces, upholstering furniture, booths, tables and similar items, and related services on a mobile basis, primarily to commercial customers.
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Source NotesYou will specialize in promoting and providing services for the repair, coloring, cleaning, protection and restoration of leather, cloth, vinyl, velour, plastics and other upholstery surfaces, upholstering furniture, booths, tables and similar items, and related services on a mobile basis (“Services”), primarily to commercial customers.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| TOTAL | $101,560 to $125,625 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 TOTAL11/ $101,560 to $125,625 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $59,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Initial Franchise Fee1/ $59,500 |
| Mobile unit Buildout / Setup | $0 to $6,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Mobile unit Buildout / Setup4/ $0 to $6,600 |
| Office Equipment and Office Supplies | $0 to $1,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Office Equipment and Office Supplies7/ $0 to $1,600 |
| Internet Access | $0 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Internet Access 9/ $0 to $500 |
| Additional Funds | $0 to $600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Additional Funds10/ $0 to $600 |
| Insurance | $750 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Insurance6/ $750 to $3,000 |
| Business Listing | $150 to $600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Business Listing8/ $150 to $600 |
| Required Start-Up Package | $39,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Required Start-Up Package2 / $39,500 |
| Pre-Opening Travel and Initial Training | $760 to $1,265 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Pre-Opening Travel and Initial Training5/ $760 to $1,265 |
| Mobile unit | $900 to $12,460 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Mobile unit3/ $900 to $12,460 |
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
- Initial Franchise Fee
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The initial fees payable to us before you begin the Franchised Business include the Initial Franchise Fee of $59,500
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Review Fee Sources- Royalty
View Disclosed Terms
7.5% of gross sales, including cash, or a minimum of $375 a month for the first full year of business; a minimum of $500 a month for the second full year of business; and a minimum of $625 a month for each following full year of business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
View Disclosed Terms
1% of Gross Sales, or a minimum of $50 a month for the 1 st full year of business; a minimum of $75 a month for the 2 nd year in business; and a minimum of $100 a month for each following full year of business.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Interest on Mobile unit Lease Agreement | Lesser of 18% of highest rate permitted by applicable law. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 due at time of renewal. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Late Fee | $75.00 or the maximum amount permitted by law, whichever is less | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Required Start-Up Package | The initial fees payable to us before you begin the Franchised Business include ... the Required Start-Up Package of $39,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Total initial fees | for a total of $99,000. Upon signing the Franchise Agreement and before commencement of initial certified training, we must receive payment in full of $99,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| CCI Technology Fee | $750 a year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | The initial fees payable to us before you begin the Franchised Business include the Initial Franchise Fee of $59,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Conference Registration Fee | $500 to $750 per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Extended CCI Certified Training Class | $1,000 for 2 nd week of training class per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| National Account Admin Fee | Up to 5% of your gross sales from National Accounts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Interest on Payment Due to us other than under Mobile Unit Lease Payments | Highest legal rate allowed by your State for open account business credit not to exceed 2% per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Marketing | 1% of Gross Sales, or a minimum of $50 a month for the 1 st full year of business; a minimum of $75 a month for the 2 nd year in business; and a minimum of $100 a month for each following full year of business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Non-Attendance Fee | $1,000 after missing Annual Conference twice every three consecutive years. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Mobile unit Lease Payments | $850 to $950 per month, depending on amount of down payment. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Advanced CCI Certified Training Class | Registration fee up to $2,400 per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Mobile unit buildout fee | The buildout fee is currently $4,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Royalty | 7.5% of gross sales, including cash, or a minimum of $375 a month for the first full year of business; a minimum of $500 a month for the second full year of business; and a minimum of $625 a month for each following full year of business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Supplemental Training | Tuition fee of up to $2,000 per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Business Listing Fee | $600 a year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| NSF Fee | $50 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Additional Assistance in Territory | $300 per person per day plus transportation and lodging | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| CCI Certified Training Class Registration Fee | $500 registration fee per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Service Fee | $500 per day, plus our out-of- pocket travel, lodging and meal expenses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Audit | Cost of audit, including travel, lodging, and wage expense, reasonable legal and accounting costs, not to exceed $5,000, plus 21% annual interest on underpayment. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Your Role As An Owner
SourcesDuring the term of the Franchise Agreement, except as otherwise approved in writing by the franchisor, you or your fully-trained manager must devote full time and best efforts to the operation of your Franchised Business.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor does not have the right to approve your manager. The manager will not be required to have an equity interest in your franchised business.
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The Franchised Business must at all times be under the direct supervision of you or a manager who has satisfactorily completed the franchisor’s training program.
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We do not have the right to approve your manager. The manager will not be required to have an equity interest in your franchised business.
The Franchised Business must at all times be under the direct supervision of you or a manager who has satisfactorily completed our training program.
Source NotesDuring the term of the Franchise Agreement, except as otherwise approved in writing by us, you or your fully-trained manager must devote full time and best efforts to the operation of your Franchised Business.
Territory
SourcesThe continuation of your Area of Primary Responsibility is dependent on your participation in a National Account in your Territory.
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Source NotesThe continuation of your Area of Primary Responsibility is dependent on your participation in a National Account in your Territory.
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 franchisor will train up to 2 people, including you, at the Initial training program.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
The specific software that you will need is Quickbooks Online Plus (or higher) and Microsoft Office 365 Business Premium 2025 (or higher).
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the beginning of operations of the Franchised Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
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We will train up to 2 people, including you, at the Initial training program.
The specific software that you will need is Quickbooks Online Plus (or higher) and Microsoft Office 365 Business Premium 2025 (or higher).
Source NotesThe typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the beginning of operations of the Franchised Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor has made arrangements where you can lease your mobile unit from the franchisor through a third-party agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management and your payments will be made through the franchisor.
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Source NotesWe have made arrangements where you can lease your mobile unit from us through a third-party agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management and your payments will be made through us.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 70 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · 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
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
You will specialize in promoting and providing services for the repair, coloring, cleaning, protection and restoration of leather, cloth, vinyl, velour, plastics and other upholstery surfaces, upholstering furniture, booths, tables and similar items, and related services on a mobile basis, primarily to commercial customers.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will specialize in promoting and providing services for the repair, coloring, cleaning, protection and restoration of leather, cloth, vinyl, velour, plastics and other upholstery surfaces, upholstering furniture, booths, tables and similar items, and related services on a mobile basis (“Services”), primarily to commercial customers.
03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $101,560 to $125,625. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
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Source NotesTOTAL11/ $101,560 to $125,625
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor has no current purchase arrangements with the franchisor’s suppliers that result in payments to the franchisor based on your purchases.
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Source NotesWe have no current purchase arrangements with our suppliers that result in payments to us based on your purchases.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor has made arrangements where you can lease your mobile unit from the franchisor through a third-party agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management and your payments will be made through the franchisor.
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Source NotesWe have made arrangements where you can lease your mobile unit from us through a third-party agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management and your payments will be made through us.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor will train up to 2 people, including you, at the Initial training program.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
The specific software that you will need is Quickbooks Online Plus (or higher) and Microsoft Office 365 Business Premium 2025 (or higher).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 11 · View Source
The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the beginning of operations of the Franchised Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 · Item 11 · View Source
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We will train up to 2 people, including you, at the Initial training program.
The specific software that you will need is Quickbooks Online Plus (or higher) and Microsoft Office 365 Business Premium 2025 (or higher).
Source NotesThe typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the beginning of operations of the Franchised Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
12Territory
The continuation of your Area of Primary Responsibility is dependent on your participation in a National Account in your Territory.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesThe continuation of your Area of Primary Responsibility is dependent on your participation in a National Account in your Territory.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own any rights in, or licenses to, any patents or registered copyrights that are material to you.
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The franchisor does not own any rights in, or licenses to, any patents or registered copyrights that are material to you. The franchisor does not have any pending patent applications that are material to you.
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We do not own any rights in, or licenses to, any patents or registered copyrights that are material to you.
Source NotesWe do not own any rights in, or licenses to, any patents or registered copyrights that are material to you. We do not have any pending patent applications that are material to you.
15Owner Participation
The franchisor does not have the right to approve your manager. The manager will not be required to have an equity interest in your franchised business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 15 · View Source
The Franchised Business must at all times be under the direct supervision of you or a manager who has satisfactorily completed the franchisor’s training program.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 15 · View Source
During the term of the Franchise Agreement, except as otherwise approved in writing by the franchisor, you or your fully-trained manager must devote full time and best efforts to the operation of your Franchised Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 15 · View Source
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We do not have the right to approve your manager. The manager will not be required to have an equity interest in your franchised business.
The Franchised Business must at all times be under the direct supervision of you or a manager who has satisfactorily completed our training program.
Source NotesDuring the term of the Franchise Agreement, except as otherwise approved in writing by us, you or your fully-trained manager must devote full time and best efforts to the operation of your Franchised Business.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You shall not offer for sale any other category of materials, supplies, merchandise, products or accessories or use the Franchised Business for any purpose other than the operation of a Franchised Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 16 · View Source
You must offer for sale and use at your Franchised Business all types of services for repair, coloring, cleaning, protection, and restoration of leather, cloth, vinyl, velour, plastics and other upholstery surfaces; upholstering furniture, booths, tables and upholstery replacement.
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You shall not offer for sale any other category of materials, supplies, merchandise, products or accessories or use the Franchised Business for any purpose other than the operation of a Franchised Business.
Source NotesYou must offer for sale and use at your Franchised Business all types of services for repair, coloring, cleaning, protection, and restoration of leather, cloth, vinyl, velour, plastics and other upholstery surfaces; upholstering furniture, booths, tables and upholstery replacement.
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 70 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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Source NotesFranchised 2023 71 70 -1
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