How Much Does a Made in the Shade Blinds and More Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise costs between $78,000 and $107,700 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $67,500.

$78,000
Minimum Investment
$107,700
Maximum Investment
$67,500
Franchise Fee
$67,500 – $77,500
Fee Range

Made in the Shade Blinds and More Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $67,500
Fee Range $67,500 – $186,000
Item 7 Fee Estimate $67,500 – $77,500

Made in the Shade Blinds and More Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment
Made in the Shade Blinds and More minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
Made in the Shade Blinds and More maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $67,500 – $77,500
Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · Execution of Franchise Agreement $67,500 – $77,500
Real Estate $0
Equipment & Assets $1,700 – $5,700
Vehicle and Wrap As Arranged · Monthly $1,500 – $2,500
Computer Hardware& Software Lump Sum · Before Opening $100 – $2,000
Furniture, Fixtures, &Equipment As Arranged · Before Opening $0 – $1,000
Office Supplies As Arranged · Before Opening $100 – $200
Training $500 – $1,000
Initial Training Expenses As Arranged $500 – $1,000
Working Capital & Reserves $2,000 – $5,000
Additional Funds (3 months) As Arranged · After Opening $2,000 – $5,000
Other Costs $6,300 – $18,500
Initial Marketing Expenses As Arranged · After Opening $3,000 – $6,000
Office Space As Arranged $0 – $5,000
Insurance Lump Sum · Before Opening $1,000 – $4,000
Professional Fees As Arranged $2,000 – $3,000
Licenses and Permits As Arranged · Before Opening $300 – $500
Total Estimated Investment $78,000 – $107,700

How Does Made in the Shade Blinds and More Compare to Other Construction & Home Improvement Franchises?

Made in the Shade Blinds and More's minimum investment of $78,000 is below the Construction & Home Improvement industry median. The median minimum investment for Construction & Home Improvement franchises is $120,400.

$78,000
Made in the Shade Blinds and More Min
$120,400
Construction & Home Improvement Median Min
$107,700
Made in the Shade Blinds and More Max
$198,448
Construction & Home Improvement Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Made in the Shade Blinds and More?

The total startup cost for a Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise ranges from $78,000 to $107,700, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $6,300 to $18,500.

How much is the Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise fee?

The Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise fee is $67,500, with a range of $67,500 to $186,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Made in the Shade Blinds and More a good investment?

Made in the Shade Blinds and More requires a total franchise investment of $78,000 to $107,700 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 39/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise owner make?

Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise locations report median gross sales of $439,036 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Made in the Shade Blinds and More franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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