CLARK RUBBER FRANCHISING AT A GLANCE

Franchise Council of Australia, Franchisor of the Year 2006 Clark Rubber, is a proud 60-year-old national brand that has earned its place as an icon of the Australian retail landscape.

Leaders in the foam, rubber and above ground pool retail market, Clark Rubber has over 80 franchise stores throughout Australia, as well as eight stores operating under the Para Rubber brand in New Zealand.

A significant marketing budget, along with an in-house graphic design team, local area marketing and public relations, product management, merchandising, IT and finance expertise, training, in-house counsel, as well as business analysts, all make-up a wonderful support base for the franchisees.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

WHAT DO CLARK RUBBER STORES SELL?

Since the beginning of Clark Matting and Rubber in 1946, the product mix has evolved to meet the demanding needs of Australian consumers.

Some of our products include:

• FOAM & RUBBER
Mattresses
Overlays
Pillows
Bulk foam and foam cutting
Matting
Automotive
Extrusions

 

 

• POOLS & SPAS
Above ground pools and spas
Spare parts & chemicals
Water toys and inflatables

 

 

• ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS
Wet weather gear
Indoor foam furniture
Outdoor furniture
Do it yourself products
Adhesives

WHAT ARE THE CLARK RUBBER VANS THAT I'VE SEEN DRIVING AROUND?

Your Clark Rubber Franchise includes the mobile Home Pool Care Service which gives you the opportunity to enter the rapidly expanding home pool service industry.

This service reinforces Clark Rubber's traditional dominance of the pool industry. The "Local Pool Shop" campaign is used extensively in Clark Rubber advertising. Full training is provided to help you set up, operate and promote your Mobile Home Pool Care solution.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

The capital required to open a Clark Rubber franchise is approximately $420,000 - $500,000 which includes:

• Stock
• All establishment fees
• All training
• Store fit out
• Signage
• Marketing launch

WHAT TRAINING IS PROVIDED?

Clark Rubber will provide you with extensive training. Our Franchisee Induction Program involves a minimum three weeks of combined theory and practical application in our training facility in Melbourne, followed up with a tailored on-site support program to assist you once you open the doors of your Clark Rubber business.

Franchising is based on a win/win principle, combining the drive of an ambitious franchisee with the strength and security of a large group and a nationally recognised, award-winning brand. At Clark Rubber, we believe franchising provides a new business with a far greater opportunity for long-term success and prosperity than an independent small business. This is achieved because of:

• A nationally recognised brand
• The security of a tried and tested system
• Access to support from experts in appropriate business fields
• Group strength in purchasing and marketing
• Ongoing support
• The Clark Rubber team recognises that the success of any franchise system very much depends on the success of its franchisees

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