Source: FranopolisSir Grout
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in August 2007.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The current franchisor was formed on March 13, 2007 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a wholly owned subsidiary of Threshold Brands, LLC, which acquired the franchisor in September 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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We began offering Sir Grout® franchises in August 2007.
We are a Delaware limited liability company formed on March 13, 2007.
Source NotesWe are a wholly owned subsidiary of Threshold Brands, LLC, which acquired us in September 2021.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| The Right Start Package Fee | $11,725 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 The Right Start Package Fee 2 $11,725 to $15,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $13,650 to $19,650 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds – 3 months 12 $13,650 to $19,650 |
| Computer System and Website | $2,800 to $4,520 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Computer System and Website 3 $2,800 to $4,520 |
| Training Costs | $9,500 to $12,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Training Costs 4 $9,500 to $12,000 |
| Credit card (Visa & Mastercard) Terminal | $50 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Credit card (Visa & Mastercard) Terminal 10 $50 to $500 |
| Local Advertising | $10,500 to $12,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Local Advertising 6 $10,500 to $12,000 |
| Business Center Fee | $4,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Business Center Fee 11 $4,500 |
| Opening Promotional Expenses | $250 to $750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Opening Promotional Expenses 8 $250 to $750 |
| Permits and Licenses | $200 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Permits and Licenses $200 to $1,500 |
| Insurance | $1,000 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Insurance 5 $1,000 to $2,500 |
| Totals | $128,175 to $198,520 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Totals 13 $128,175 to $198,520 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $4,500 to $9,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Miscellaneous Opening Costs 7 $4,500 to $9,600 |
| Vehicle and Vehicle Wrap | $9,500 to $56,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vehicle and Vehicle Wrap 9 $9,500 to $56,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $60,000 |
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
- Royalty
View Disclosed Terms
$600 for the first three months of operation. Then, 6% of each month’s Gross Revenues or $1,250 per month, whichever is greater. 8% for Gross Revenues from services rendered outside the Territory.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
- $500 per month
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Training | $500 per person, per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Testing or Supplier Approval Fee | $200 to $1,000 depending on the product, service or supplier you propose. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Digital Lead Generation Services | 20% of total advertising spend or $100, whichever is greater. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional Email Licenses | $15 per month per license. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Digital Marketing Services | $595 per month, per territory, plus $49 per month for additional optional tools | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Right Start Package | The Right Start Package will cost between $11,725 and $15,000 depending upon the package you must purchase. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Business Center Fee | $1,500 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Royalty | $600 for the first three months of operation. Then, 6% of each month’s Gross Revenues or $1,250 per month, whichever is greater. 8% for Gross Revenues from services rendered outside the Territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Email Marketing Services | $169/mo. for up to 5,000 emails | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Phone and Messaging Services | $34.99 per month per user, plus $0.012 cents per text message. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Late Payment Fee | $100 per violation, plus 12% interest/year, or the maximum rate allowed by law, from date the payment was originally due until paid. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| De-identification Costs | Reasonable costs and expenses, which generally range from $1,000 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional Training | Currently $500 per attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial Franchise Fee during 2025 offering | During 2025 our franchise offering included waivers and discounts such that our Initial Franchise Fee ranged from $0 to $60,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Website Set-up Fee | You must pay an initial Website set-up fee of $499 for basic set-up and $599 for advanced set-up. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Brand Fund Fee | $500 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Postcard Marketing Services | $199/mo. for up to 120 postcards. $1.65 per additional postcard. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Website Fee | Currently, $49 to $59 per month, depending on service you choose. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Local Advertising, Marketing and Promotional Expenditures | $3,500 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Stone Training | $2,245 per attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Convention Fee | Up to $1,500, depending upon costs | 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
SourcesThe Franchised Business shall at all times be under the direct, on-premises supervision of Franchisee, its Operating Principal or a manager.
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Source NotesThe Franchised Business shall at all times be under the direct, on-premises supervision of Franchisee, its Operating Principal or a manager.
Training & Support
SourcesThe current version of the stone training program is a minimum 6-day program, but the franchisor can change the duration.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor estimates that the time from the signing of the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business will be approximately 45 to 60 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 11 · View Source
You must obtain and maintain computer hardware and software, including a laptop computer, mobile device, a fax/copier/printer machine, and a portable printer.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 11 · View Source
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The current version of the stone training program is a minimum 6-day program, but we can change the duration.
We estimate that the time from the signing of the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business will be approximately 45 to 60 days.
Source NotesYou must obtain and maintain computer hardware and software, including a laptop computer, mobile device, a fax/copier/printer machine, and a portable printer.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 62 | 0 | 62 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 58 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 71 | 0 | 71 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 58 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 91 | 0 | 91 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 58 · 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.
Review The Source Figures
2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 51 62 +11
Company Owned 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 51 62 +11
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 62 71 +9
Company Owned 2024 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2024 62 71 +9
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2025 71 91 +20
Company Owned 2025 0 0 0
SourcesTotal Outlets 2025 71 91 +20
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 August 2007.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The current franchisor was formed on March 13, 2007 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a wholly owned subsidiary of Threshold Brands, LLC, which acquired the franchisor in September 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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We began offering Sir Grout® franchises in August 2007.
We are a Delaware limited liability company formed on March 13, 2007.
Source NotesWe are a wholly owned subsidiary of Threshold Brands, LLC, which acquired us in September 2021.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Caroline Quoyeser (Vice President and Manager), Ryan Farris (Manager), Steven Siegel (Manager) and Mark Kushinsky (Manager).
2026 FDD · PDF Pages 16, 17 · Item 2 · View Source
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Vice President and Manager – Caroline Quoyeser
Manager – Ryan Farris
Manager – Steven Siegel
Source NotesManager – Mark Kushinsky
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor’s affiliate, SG LLC, is currently the sole supplier for grout sealers, cleaners and certain other cleaning equipment.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesOur affiliate, SG LLC, is currently the sole supplier for grout sealers, cleaners and certain other cleaning equipment.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The current version of the stone training program is a minimum 6-day program, but the franchisor can change the duration.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 11 · View Source
The franchisor estimates that the time from the signing of the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business will be approximately 45 to 60 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 11 · View Source
You must obtain and maintain computer hardware and software, including a laptop computer, mobile device, a fax/copier/printer machine, and a portable printer.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 11 · View Source
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The current version of the stone training program is a minimum 6-day program, but we can change the duration.
We estimate that the time from the signing of the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business will be approximately 45 to 60 days.
Source NotesYou must obtain and maintain computer hardware and software, including a laptop computer, mobile device, a fax/copier/printer machine, and a portable printer.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor has no patents nor patent applications pending that are material to a Sir Grout franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have no patents nor patent applications pending that are material to a Sir Grout franchise.
15Owner Participation
The Franchised Business shall at all times be under the direct, on-premises supervision of Franchisee, its Operating Principal or a manager.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Franchised Business shall at all times be under the direct, on-premises supervision of Franchisee, its Operating Principal or a manager.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must offer and sell all products and services that the franchisor requires including grout and tile cleaning, sealing, caulking and restoration services, slip resistant product application, stone restoration services and coating for tile, grout, stone, concrete and metal.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must offer and sell all products and services that we require including grout and tile cleaning, sealing, caulking and restoration services, slip resistant product application, stone restoration services and coating for tile, grout, stone, concrete and metal.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
Franchisee has the option to renew, if eligible, for an additional term equal to the then-current term of new Sir Grout franchises the franchisor is offering at that time.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 17 · View Source
The mediation and arbitration must each take place in the city where the franchisor’s office is located (currently Cleveland, Ohio).
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Franchisee has the option to renew, if eligible, for an additional term equal to the then-current term of new Sir Grout franchises we are offering at that time.
Source NotesThe mediation and arbitration must each take place in the city where our office is located (currently Cleveland, Ohio).
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figures to promote our System.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 91 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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