How to furnish your hair salon successfully? Tips

Once the building work in the premises has been completed (flooring, painting, plumbing, etc.), fitting out the hairdressing salon is a crucial step before opening the business.

You need to take into account not only the dimensions of the equipment in relation to the space available, but also the issues of comfort and, of course, style.

So, how do you choose your hairdressing furniture to enhance your interior and stand out from the competition? My Salon de Coiffure, an online supplier for industry professionals, offers its advice.

Tip no. 1 for furnishing your hairdressing salon: choose the right style

If you’ve already chosen the flooring and wall colours, it’s a safe bet that you already have a style in mind for your salon’s décor.

If that’s the case, you’ll need to ensure consistency when furnishing your hairdressing salon. If, on the other hand, you’ve opted for white walls and tiled floors – which leave plenty of possibilities open – and you’re still unsure which direction to take, you’ll need to establish a clear guiding principle. To do this, you could, for example, draw inspiration from the latest trends in this area.

Whether industrial, vintage, baroque, cosy, pop, sophisticated, or inspired by Japanese or Scandinavian styles, the décor of a hairdressing salon must reflect the spirit of your salon and its standard. For your clientele, it will become inextricably linked to your brand image.

So ask yourself the right questions (who is my clientele? what are their expectations?) and make your choices accordingly, avoiding the use of too many colours for your furniture (2–3 shades are perfectly sufficient).

Once you have a clear idea in mind, select models for each category of furniture: the design and colour should match your chosen style.

For this, there’s nothing better than customisable products, such as those available at My Salon de Coiffure: once you’ve chosen your design, you select your colour and, if you wish, a finish. This makes it easier to coordinate colours when you want to move away from traditional black.

Tip no. 2: Quality, nothing but quality

When you’re opening your first hairdressing salon on a tight budget, it can be tempting to go for the cheapest option when kitting out your salon from floor to ceiling, without necessarily checking the products’ technical specifications.

However, poor-quality hairdressing furniture is likely to deteriorate quickly, or fail to fully meet the comfort requirements of both your clients and your team. Can it really be called a ‘good deal’ if you have to replace your equipment in the short or medium term?

It is therefore important to find out about the materials used in the products and how they are manufactured, and not to hesitate to contact the supplier if an offer seems ‘too good’ to be true.

For example, at MySalon, all our models are made in Italy using durable materials, and our advisers are on hand to answer any questions you may have if you’d like information not included on the product page. And whilst our prices are very competitive for high-end products, the reason is simple: each model is available for a limited time only, as our range changes throughout the year. What’s more, all our products come with a 3-year guarantee.

Tip no. 3: Pay attention to ergonomics and the layout of the furniture!

It may seem obvious, but the furniture in a hairdressing salon must fit harmoniously into the chosen layout.

In practical terms, you’ll need to take into account the floor area of your premises and how you’ve divided up each space (reception, shampooing, cutting/styling) to ensure you make the right choice.

This means choosing pieces of the right size so as not to obstruct passageways and to make the most of the space, but also arranging them in a way that is both practical and pleasing. The flow from one area to another must be seamless, and your clients’ gaze should be able to follow a clear path. Furniture plays a vital role in this respect, as well as in creating the sense of well-being that the premises should convey.

It is therefore advisable to take measurements, or even draw up a plan. If you can afford it, you should also be aware that bespoke hairdressing salon design services are available, including from My Salon.