Decorating Den Systems Inc.
8659 Commerce Drive Easton, MD 21601
Decorating Den Systems, Inc. was organized under Missouri law on May 23, 1969 under the name “International Drapery Fashions, Inc.” On December 22, 1971, they changed their name to “American Drapery Consultants, Inc.” On March 15, 1978, they changed their name to Decorating Den Systems, Inc. Their principal business address is 8659 Commerce Drive, Easton Maryland 21601.
This Disclosure Document describes our unit franchise offering for the DDI business. This includes the right to market yOur business from a single location (the “Designated Location”) identified in your Franchise Agreement. Our businesses use the uniform DECORATING DEN INTERIORS System (the “System”), which is a business'format we have created and developed.
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Franchimp Summary Rating
5/10
Earning Transparency
1/10
Investment Accessibility
9/10
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Upfront Franchise Fees
Minimum: $39,900 Maximum: $39,900
Upfront franchise fees are the one-time payments required to secure rights to operate under an established brand, typically ranging from $20,000 to $100,000+ depending on brand value.
These fees grant access to proprietary business systems, training programs, intellectual property rights, and often territorial exclusivity—essentially purchasing the blueprint for a proven business model.
While separate from ongoing royalties, investors should evaluate these fees against expected returns, comparing fee-to-earnings ratios across opportunities and assessing how effectively franchisors reinvest these funds into system improvements.
Total Investment Costs
Minimum: $53,813 Maximum: $70,400
Ongoing Fees
Ongoing franchise fees, typically structured as royalties ranging from 4-8% of gross sales, represent the continuous payments franchisees make to maintain brand affiliation and support services.
These recurring fees fund the franchisor's operational assistance, marketing initiatives, technology updates, and continued brand development—creating a partnership where the franchisor's revenue grows alongside the franchisee's success. In addition to royalties, franchisees often contribute to national advertising funds (usually 1-3% of sales) and may incur technology fees, supply chain markups, or renewal fees depending on the franchise agreement.
Investors should carefully analyze these ongoing costs within their financial projections, as they directly impact profit margins and cash flow throughout the entire franchise relationship.
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