Although a functional necessity in every salon, styling chairs are more important than simply giving your client something to sit on during their service. As clients spend the majority of their time in the styling chair, and stylists spend many hours working at them, they need to be versatile, accessible, comfortable and reliable, and they have to be built to withstand the rigours of constant use. As visual cue, styling chairs also contribute to your interior design and colour scheme, while supporting stylists and colour technicians to deliver the best service outcomes.
Our National Sales Manager Katie Fielder comments: ”For stylists, styling chairs are a tool and a work station that needs to allow them to perform to the highest standards. As clients come in all heights and statures, having the right functionality to height adjust and rotate the client into the perfect position is essential - first to give the stylist unhindered access, but also to ensure stylists work in the most ergonomically beneficial way.”
The workhorse of the salon
As one of the most utilised equipment items, styling chairs are the workhorse of the salon, yet many businesses lose income due to broken or irreparable chairs. “The economic impact of downtime makes cheaper chairs more expensive in the long run,” says Katie. “Inferior chairs frequently break down and degrade over time, and parts and service are not always accessible. At Takara Belmont, we have a UK-based service team and parts are readily available in the unlikely event of an issue, which minimises service disruption.”
Defining client experiences
For clients, styling chairs define their hairdressing experience. As they can be seated for many hours, comfort and posture are critical, as they look for relaxation and luxury in addition to great hairdressing. No client wants to look amazing as they leave the salon while feeling the aftereffects of their service in the neck and back.
More than just furniture
Marcos Vessimo, founder of The Six - Mayfair’s newest hair, beauty and wellness destination - agrees. “Styling chairs are more than furniture; they’re part of the guest experience and the working rhythm of our artists. Takara Belmont strikes that rare balance between elegance and utility. The materials feel premium, the design supports the body intuitively and they hold up under the demands of a busy salon, day after day. For us, that’s the definition of true luxury - thoughtful details that elevate the everyday.”
Pippa Logli from Limoz Logli, London goes on to explain why their decision was crucial to their business and the experience of their clients: “Takara Belmont was the perfect choice, as their exceptional quality and unwavering durability stood out among the rest. One of our key considerations was to ensure the chairs could withstand a demanding environment and, as our colour services can last up to five hours, it was imperative to prioritise the comfort of our clients. The Harp and Choco perfectly capture the essence of mid-century design, while incorporating essential modern comforts crucial to our business.”
Innovation, longevity and sustainability
After more than a Century of innovation, Takara Belmont is world-renowned for timeless design, enduring quality and matchless performance, and our reputation for reliability and longevity resonates with salons focussed on sustainability. Oon Ng, owner at Noh London comments: “Takara Belmont is a trusted brand renowned for reliability and durability. No shortcuts are made when it comes to creating a long-lasting experience for our clients,”
Affordability – 0% interest, 100% Takara Belmont
As salons continue to grapple with economic uncertainty, price and affordability can lead to poor decisions but, as Katie explains, the long-term cost of equipment also needs to be factored in. “Salons can be tempted into buying cheaper chairs as a short-term measure but repairs, replacement, disposal and lost income through downtime is more expensive in the end, not to mention the reputational damage this inflicts.
“The introduction of our innovative 0%, zero deposit Finance Lease Scheme addresses this by enabling salons to invest in our equipment affordably and tax efficiently with a fixed monthly cost that’s 100% tax deductible over 2-years. After this agreement period, your salon can own the equipment outright for one final monthly payment or upgrade and start a new agreement. This allows your salon to evolve as more treatment and equipment innovations emerge.”
Utilising this scheme to focus on Japanese Head Spa services Robbie Bruce, owner at ROKU in Edinburgh comments: “This scheme provided a flexible and affordable option that allowed us to invest without straining our finances. The lease terms were clear and transparent, and the application process was straightforward.”
This sentiment is echoed by Andrew Jose who refitted the Andrew Jose Salon in the aftermath of the Covid pandemic: “We chose the 0%, zero deposit Finance Lease Scheme as a purchase option. It was a very efficient way to update as we rebuilt our salon.”
BUYERS CHECKLIST
To help your salon make the right styling chair decisions, Katie offers up a buyers checklist.
Design
"Make sure styling chairs complement your salon design while future scoping to allow for how your interior and service menu might evolve. Our chairs are renowned for timeless design with a wide range of colours and custom options, such as protective covers. This protects your investment and avoids chairs becoming dated over time – great style always transcends fashion.”
Functionality
"Hydraulic bases are key to functionality, but ensure they are engineered to perform over many years without breaking down or failing. Our hydraulic bases feature height adjustment and 360˚ lockable rotation, and they are rigorously tested to guarantee consistent reliability even in the most demanding of settings. The same is true of reclining mechanisms on models with this feature and our fully motorised range that further enhances luxury and refinement.”
Durability
“Upholsteries, fabrics and cushioning that won’t degrade, tear or flatten is vital to ensure consistent comfort year after year,” says Katie. “Our chairs and upholsteries are stress-tested for endurance, and they must pass our strict performance criteria before leaving our factory.”
Experience
"As styling chairs ultimately determine client experiences, form, ergonomics and comfort are paramount, so it’s important to visit our showroom and experience the chairs for yourself. This ensures they’re right for your clients and team, and they support the services you want to offer. Buying chairs without experiencing them is not a risk worth taking.”
Sustainability
"As salons focus on sustainability, quality and longevity are key to achieving your eco-aims. The cost of disposal and replacement is bad for business and the environment. Lasting quality is the way to achieve a more sustainable outcome for your salon both environmentally and economically.”
Affordability
“Look into the total cost of your chairs before making a decision,” advises Katie. “Cheap chairs are cheap for a reason, so think carefully about the long-term impacts. Also, look at Finance options such as our 0% Finance Lease Scheme, which makes our equipment more affordable and tax efficient. Invest in the best and you only have to invest once!”
Service
"In the event of an issue, make sure the brand you choose has the parts and service back up to expedite repairs and minimise downtime. Inferior brands won’t always offer the servicing you need, and you’ll likely incur more costs and inconvenience as a result. We have a UK-based service team and parts are always available for our models, past and present.”
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