What is the estimated low and high cost for furniture, fixtures, and equipment for a Cream franchise?
Cream Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment 1 | When Due | To Whom Payment is Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | |||||
| Furniture, Fixtures, and | $70,000 | $134,000 | As arranged | As arranged | Approved third- |
| Equipment 6 | party suppliers |
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- Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment.
This estimate includes the cost of furniture, fixtures, and equipment, including a pint freezer, staging freezers, dipping cabinets, an under-counter fridge, waffle irons, hand sinks, dip wells, safes, shelving units, a walk-in freezer, trash cans, a 3-comp sink, a mop sink, a beverage merchandiser, stools, and lockers.
This cost will depend on the amounts purchased, local market conditions, the size of your Shop, and other factors.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for furniture, fixtures, and equipment ranges from $70,000 to $134,000. This estimate includes essential items such as a pint freezer, staging freezers, dipping cabinets, an under-counter fridge, waffle irons, hand sinks, dip wells, safes, shelving units, a walk-in freezer, trash cans, a 3-comp sink, a mop sink, a beverage merchandiser, stools, and lockers. These items are crucial for the daily operations of a Cream shop.
The FDD notes that the actual cost can vary based on several factors. These include the amounts purchased, local market conditions, and the size of your Cream shop. Therefore, franchisees should carefully consider these variables when budgeting for furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
Prospective Cream franchisees should also note that these items must be purchased from approved third-party suppliers. This requirement ensures that all Cream locations maintain a consistent standard of quality and appearance. It is important to factor in potential variations in cost due to specific needs and market conditions to accurately estimate the total investment.