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Does 360 Painting specify the standards franchisees must use?

360_Painting Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

You must operate your Franchise in strict conformity with the methods, standards and specifications in the Brand Standards Manual and as we may require otherwise in writing. You may not deviate from these standards, specifications and procedures without our written consent.

You must offer all the services and products we specify in strict accordance with our standards and specifications. We have the right, using our reasonable business judgment, to specify the maximum prices at which you must offer some or all the products and services. You may not sell any services or products that we have not authorized, and you must discontinue offering any services or products that we may, in our sole discretion, disapprove in writing at any time. If your franchise is a conversion, you must stop using all products, supplies and equipment that we have not approved or that does not conform to our System.

Unless otherwise required by Franchisor, or if Franchisor designates an exclusive designated supplier, Franchisee may purchase any and all products, supplies, Vehicles, equipment and tools from any available source, so long as such products, supplies, Vehicles, equipment and tools conform to the standards and specifications established by Franchisor.

  • 9.11 Trade Dress. Prominently display on the Vehicles or on any real property owned or leased by Franchisee in connection with the Business the name "360 Painting" using signs, decals or paint patterns, of such nature, form, color, number, location and size, and containing such material as Franchisor may from time to time reasonably direct or approve in writing; and not display on the Vehicles or in the Business or elsewhere any sign, decal or advertising media of any kind to which Franchisor reasonably objects.

You may only use the Marks in accordance with our standards, operating procedures and specifications. Any unauthorized use of the Marks by you is a breach of the Franchise Agreement and an infringement of our rights in the Marks. You may not contest the validity or ownership of the Marks, including any Marks that we license to you after you sign the Franchise Agreement. You may not assist any other person in contesting the validity or ownership of the Marks.

Franchisee recognizes the mutual benefit to Franchisee, Franchisor and other franchisees of the System of the consistency of the appearance, services, products and advertising of the System and acknowledges and agrees that such consistencies are necessary for the protection and successful operation of 360 Painting Businesses. Franchisee covenants and warrants with respect to the operation of the Business that Franchisee and its employees and agents will comply with all of the requirements of the System and the Brand Standards Manual and will throughout the term of this Agreement:

Franchisee must utilize this contact center exclusively, comply with any rules and regulations adopted by Franchisor (in the Brand Standards Manual or otherwise) governing the contact center and pay the fees described in Section 4.6, above.

  • 9.20 Responsibility for Contractors. Franchisee agrees to cause any third party subcontractors engaged by Franchisee to perform work on behalf of Franchisee in respect of the Business to comply with all applicable requirements of this Section 9, including but not limited to the quality and performance standards required of Franchisee, as well as the insurance requirements set forth in Section 16.2 herein.

Franchisee shall, at its own cost and expense, maintain the Vehicles in good order and repair, and make the Vehicles available for inspection by Franchisor at any place within the Protected Territory as the parties may reasonably agree.

  • 9.19 Customers Outside of Protected Territory. If a potential client outside the Protected Territory requests the services of Franchisee, Franchisee shall promptly refer such potential client to Franchisor or the 360 Painting franchisee that operates in the territory where such potential client's principal place of business is geographically located.

If no 360 Painting franchisee operates in such territory, Franchisee must promptly refer such potential client to Franchisor.

Following such referral, if Franchisor determines that no 360 Painting franchisee operates in the geographic area where such client's principal place of business is geographically located, Franchisor may (but is not obligated to) by written notice to Franchisee allow Franchisee to perform the requested services for such potential client.

Franchisor's permission, if granted, for Franchisee to provide service to any potential client outside of the Protected Territory shall not be deemed to grant Franchisee any rights to provide service such potential client, or any other clients located outside of the Protected Territory, on an on-going basis.

Franchisee specifically acknowledges that Franchisor (without providing any compensation to Franchisee) may grant one or more franchises the right to service clients located outside of the Protected Territory, regardless of whether Franchisee has previously provided services to such clients.

Source: Item 16 — RESTRICTIONS ON WHAT THE FRANCHISEE MAY SELL (FDD page 42)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 360 Painting Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must operate their business in strict accordance with the standards and specifications outlined in the Brand Standards Manual and as otherwise required in writing by 360 Painting. Franchisees are not allowed to deviate from these standards without written consent from 360 Painting. Franchisees must offer all services and products specified by 360 Painting, adhering strictly to the company's standards and specifications. 360 Painting retains the right to specify the maximum prices franchisees can charge for certain products and services. Franchisees cannot sell unauthorized services or products and must discontinue any services or products that 360 Painting disapproves of in writing. If a franchise is a conversion, the franchisee must stop using all products, supplies, and equipment that 360 Painting has not approved or that do not conform to the 360 Painting system. These standards ensure uniformity and quality across all 360 Painting franchises. Franchisees are responsible for ensuring that all products and services used in their business comply with applicable laws. If a franchisee finds that a product from an approved supplier does not comply with the law, they can propose an alternative product or supplier for 360 Painting's approval, which 360 Painting must approve or disapprove within 10 business days. Franchisees must prominently display the 360 Painting name and signage on their vehicles and properties, following 360 Painting's directions regarding nature, form, color, number, location, and size. Franchisees cannot display any signs or advertising media that 360 Painting objects to. Franchisees must use only the trademarks designated by 360 Painting and only in the manner authorized. Unauthorized use of the marks is a breach of the Franchise Agreement and an infringement of 360 Painting's rights. Franchisees cannot contest the validity or ownership of the marks. Franchisees must comply with all requirements of the 360 Painting system and the Brand Standards Manual. Franchisees must utilize 360 Painting's contact center exclusively and comply with any rules and regulations governing the contact center. Franchisees must cause any third-party subcontractors to comply with all applicable requirements, including quality and performance standards. Franchisees must maintain their vehicles in good order and repair and make them available for inspection by 360 Painting. Franchisees must refer potential clients outside their protected territory to 360 Painting or the franchisee operating in that territory. Franchisees must prominently display the 360 Painting name and signage on their vehicles and properties, following 360 Painting's directions regarding nature, form, color, number, location, and size. Franchisees cannot display any signs or advertising media that 360 Painting objects to. Franchisees must use only the trademarks designated by 360 Painting and only in the manner authorized. Unauthorized use of the marks is a breach of the Franchise Agreement and an infringement of 360 Painting's rights. Franchisees cannot contest the validity or ownership of the marks. Franchisees must comply with all requirements of the 360 Painting system and the Brand Standards Manual. Franchisees must utilize 360 Painting's contact center exclusively and comply with any rules and regulations governing the contact center. Franchisees must cause any third-party subcontractors to comply with all applicable requirements, including quality and performance standards. Franchisees must maintain their vehicles in good order and repair and make them available for inspection by 360 Painting. Franchisees must refer potential clients outside their protected territory to 360 Painting or the franchisee operating in that territory.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.