Build a business every bit as beautiful as our home interiors
Are you passionate about design and owning your own business?
A thriving retail business for over 60 years, a Schmidt franchise offers you the opportunity to open and operate your own local showroom, backed by a leading global brand.
You will provide magnificent made-to-measure kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and other bespoke, affordable home interior solutions to delight your customers – with industry-leading financial and business support from the dedicated Schmidt team.
From the moment you join the Schmidt family, you will share a culture of quality, service and ambition with a network of dozens of like-minded franchisees across the UK.
It’s time for you to build a more beautiful future with Schmidt.
Capitalise on a high-growth sector
+40%
Schmidt UK like-for-like sales growth in 2021
Join dozens of franchisees already thriving in the UK
No interior design experience required – just a passion for quality service
There’s no prerequisite to have existing interior design or home renovation experience to join our franchise family. Indeed, Schmidt franchise owners have come from a wide variety of professional backgrounds, including IT, architecture, engineering, advertising, marketing, teaching and retail to name but a few.
Your role as the owner is to lead your showroom team, welcome prospective customers and oversee the operation of your business, including taking an active role in sales and customer care.
Why choose a Schmidt franchise?
Enjoy the best of both worlds: run a business serving your local community, while enjoying the support and stature of an international brand behind you.
Beautiful solutions that combine German engineering with French design flair
Every home needs a kitchen, bathroom, lounge, bedroom and unique storage solutions
A global brand revered for beautiful, made-to-measure kitchens and interiors
A cash flow positive business where customers pay you upfront when ordering
No costly stock holding – orders are delivered directly from our factory to your customers
Prime territories in exciting markets are still available as we grow
Why choose Schmidt?
Enjoy the best of both worlds: run a business serving your local community, while enjoying the support and stature of an international brand behind you.
Beautiful solutions that combine German engineering with French design flair
Every home needs a kitchen, bathroom, lounge, bedroom and unique storage solutions
A cash flow positive business where customers pay you upfront when ordering
A global brand revered for beautiful, made-to-measure kitchens and interiors
No costly stock holding – orders are delivered directly from our factory to your customers
Prime territories in exciting markets are still available as we grow
A flexible financial model to help you start on the front foot
As a family-run business, we have no shareholders to answer to. Instead, we are solely driven to help our franchisees succeed.
This starts with a specialised funding model unique to Schmidt, which ensures you start your journey with us with strong cash flows and the highest quality showroom designed to excite and inspire customers into purchasing from day one.
World-class training and support for you and your team
From training and retail support to financial backing and location management, Schmidt goes the extra mile to customise our support on every aspect of your business journey.
- Guidance with forming your business plan and securing lending
- Professional property search and negotiations
- Expert design and fit out of your beautiful new showroom, specific to your local market
- A Schmidt loan for your entire showroom interior fit-out
- Full initial and ongoing training and setup support for you
- Extensive sales training courses for your employees
“This is a proven concept in a buoyant market. We have big plans for the UK and we are looking for new entrepreneurs to join and expand the network.”
Jean-Michel Peragine
UK Head of Expansion
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