Source: FranopolisPainter Bros
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in January 2017.
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Read More About The Business
The franchisor’s affiliate Colors Are the franchisor of Nevada, LLC was formed on May 14, 2018, in the state of Nevada. Colors Are the franchisor of Nevada, LLC operates a Painter Bros franchise similar to what the franchisor’s franchisees operate but also manages national accounts.
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The franchisor’s affiliate FM Flow, Inc. was formed on February 21, 2020, in the state of Utah. FM Flow, Inc. offers marketing and SEO services to the franchisor’s franchisees. It also owns, licenses, and supports the FM Flow software used by the franchisor’s franchisees as well as third parties.
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We started offering Painter Bros franchises in January 2017.
Our affiliate Colors Are Us of Nevada, LLC was formed on May 14, 2018, in the state of Nevada. Colors Are Us of Nevada, LLC operates a Painter Bros franchise similar to what our franchisees operate but also manages national accounts.
Source NotesOur affiliate FM Flow, Inc. was formed on February 21, 2020, in the state of Utah. FM Flow, Inc. offers marketing and SEO services to our franchisees. It also owns, licenses, and supports the FM Flow software used by our franchisees as well as third parties.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1-territory franchise total | $295,685 to $518,230 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 TOTAL 18 $295,685 $518,230 |
| Large investment franchise total | $534,085 to $1,115,430 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 TOTAL 18 $534,085 $1,115,430 |
| 3-territory franchise total | $528,485 to $762,430 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 TOTAL 18 $528,485 $762,430 |
| Conversion franchise total | $206,135 to $576,230 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 TOTAL 18 $206,135 $576,230 |
| 2-territory franchise total | $360,685 to $593,730 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 TOTAL 18 $360,685 $593,730 |
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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The greater of $250 per territory per month or 2% of monthly gross sales
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated application fees | We estimate the application fees to be $250 to $2,250. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Vendor evaluation fee | $500, plus reimbursement for all our actual costs and expenses of testing | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Conference and seminar fees | $800 to $1,500 per required attendee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Interest charges | 18% interest or maximum rate permitted by state law, whichever is less | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| CRM subscription fee | Currently, $499 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Additional territory | The cost for additional territories is $55,000 per additional territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial franchise fee – 2-territory traditional franchise | the initial franchise fee for a 2-territory franchise is $140,000; | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Transfer fee | $5,000 per territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Initial franchise fee – large investment 5-territory franchise | and the initial fee for a large investment, 5-territory franchise is $305,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Additional trainee – conversion franchise | You may also bring up to 2 additional trainees to the initial training (up to 5 people total) for a fee of $1,250 per person ($625 per person for conversion franchises). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| New operating principal or new manager training | $350 per day for additional training | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial franchise fee – 1-territory traditional franchise | The initial franchise fee for a 1-territory franchise is $75,000; | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Non-sufficient fund fee | $50 per bounced check or insufficient or disputed draft | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Rescheduling initial training | The fee for rescheduling your initial training within 10 days of the scheduled date is $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| OSHA compliance software and service fee | Currently, $45 to $60 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial training – traditional franchise | The cost of the initial training is $10,000 ($5,000 for conversion franchises) and must be paid to us in a lump sum at the time of signing the franchise agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Technology fee | Currently, $499 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Interim management fee | $500 per day per representative | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Early termination liquidated damages | The greater of $50,000 or the average royalty from the previous 12 months multiplied by the lesser of 24 months or the remaining term of your franchise agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Lead generation / marketing | A minimum of $15,000 per month for the first 3 months of operations and a minimum of $1,000 per month per territory thereafter | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional trainee – traditional franchise | You may also bring up to 2 additional trainees to the initial training (up to 5 people total) for a fee of $1,250 per person ($625 per person for conversion franchises). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Additional application fee for non-U.S. citizen owner | If an owner is not a citizen of the United States, there will be an additional fee of between $75 to $500 depending on the country and the cost to run the background and credit check. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Late charges | $25 per late fee (up to a maximum of 2x the total amount owing per instance, per late payment and up to $500 per late report) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Advertising fee | The greater of $250 per territory per month or 2% of monthly gross sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial franchise fee – 3-territory traditional franchise | the initial franchise fee for a 3-territory franchise is $195,000; | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Royalty – traditional franchise | 5% of gross sales or $1,000 per territory per month, whichever is greater | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Technology package | The cost for the pre-programmed computer is $5,000 and is due at the time of signing the franchise agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Application fee per owner | You are required to pay us a non-refundable application fee of $250 per owner of your franchise for us to run a background and credit check. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial training – conversion franchise | The cost of the initial training is $10,000 ($5,000 for conversion franchises) and must be paid to us in a lump sum at the time of signing the franchise agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial franchise fee – conversion franchise per territory | The initial franchise fee for a conversion franchise is $25,000 per territory, regardless of the number of territories purchased. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| SEO | Currently, a minimum of $399 per month per territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Royalty – conversion franchise | 2% of gross sales or $1,000 per territory per month, whichever is greater ... Thereafter, royalties will be 5% of gross sales (a minimum of $1,000 per month per territory). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesYour operating principal must personally participate in the direct operation and supervision of the franchise business.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor does require on-premises supervision at job sites by your designated manager who must be trained by the franchisor to manage your franchise business if your operating principal will not act as the full-time manager of the franchise business.
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Your operating principal must personally participate in the direct operation and supervision of the franchise business.
Source NotesWe do require on-premises supervision at job sites by your designated manager who must be trained by us to manage your franchise business if your operating principal will not act as the full-time manager of the franchise business.
Territory
SourcesThe franchisor will grant you the right to use the system and proprietary marks within an approved geographic area (rather than at a specific location), the boundaries of which will be negotiated before signing the franchise agreement and are described in the franchise agreement.
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Source NotesWe will grant you the right to use the system and proprietary marks within an approved geographic area (rather than at a specific location), the boundaries of which will be negotiated prior to signing the franchise agreement and are described in the franchise agreement.
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 provides an initial training program that is currently held at the franchisor’s headquarters in Utah.
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Source NotesWe provide an initial training program that is currently held at our headquarters in Utah.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
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
The current franchisor began offering franchises in January 2017.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s affiliate Colors Are the franchisor of Nevada, LLC was formed on May 14, 2018, in the state of Nevada. Colors Are the franchisor of Nevada, LLC operates a Painter Bros franchise similar to what the franchisor’s franchisees operate but also manages national accounts.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s affiliate FM Flow, Inc. was formed on February 21, 2020, in the state of Utah. FM Flow, Inc. offers marketing and SEO services to the franchisor’s franchisees. It also owns, licenses, and supports the FM Flow software used by the franchisor’s franchisees as well as third parties.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We started offering Painter Bros franchises in January 2017.
Our affiliate Colors Are Us of Nevada, LLC was formed on May 14, 2018, in the state of Nevada. Colors Are Us of Nevada, LLC operates a Painter Bros franchise similar to what our franchisees operate but also manages national accounts.
Source NotesOur affiliate FM Flow, Inc. was formed on February 21, 2020, in the state of Utah. FM Flow, Inc. offers marketing and SEO services to our franchisees. It also owns, licenses, and supports the FM Flow software used by our franchisees as well as third parties.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor provides an initial training program that is currently held at the franchisor’s headquarters in Utah.
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Source NotesWe provide an initial training program that is currently held at our headquarters in Utah.
12Territory
The franchisor will grant you the right to use the system and proprietary marks within an approved geographic area (rather than at a specific location), the boundaries of which will be negotiated before signing the franchise agreement and are described in the franchise agreement.
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Source NotesWe will grant you the right to use the system and proprietary marks within an approved geographic area (rather than at a specific location), the boundaries of which will be negotiated prior to signing the franchise agreement and are described in the franchise agreement.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not have any pending patent applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The franchisor does not own rights to, or licenses in, any patent that is material to the franchise system.
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Source NotesWe do not have any pending patent applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. We do not own rights to, or licenses in, any patent that is material to the franchise system.
15Owner Participation
Your operating principal must personally participate in the direct operation and supervision of the franchise business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
The franchisor does require on-premises supervision at job sites by your designated manager who must be trained by the franchisor to manage your franchise business if your operating principal will not act as the full-time manager of the franchise business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
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Your operating principal must personally participate in the direct operation and supervision of the franchise business.
Source NotesWe do require on-premises supervision at job sites by your designated manager who must be trained by us to manage your franchise business if your operating principal will not act as the full-time manager of the franchise business.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must offer a 2-year labor warranty to all your customers.
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Source NotesYou must offer a 2-year labor warranty to all your customers.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If you are in good standing at the end of the franchise term, you can enter into a successor franchise agreement for an additional term of 10 years.
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Source NotesIf you are in good standing at the end of the franchise term, you can enter into a successor franchise agreement for an additional term of 10 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 figure to promote our franchise.
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