Amanda Hair Braiding

Amanda Hair Braiding is a braiding salon at 1218 W Main Street in Clayton, North Carolina. It moved from an earlier location and now sits about five minutes away. To find it, look for a white fence and pink stairs leading up to the entrance.

Appointments are required, as walk-ins are not accepted. Clients book through the online calendar, which shows open dates and times, and pay a $30 deposit that is credited toward the service. After paying, clients call or text with the style they want and their preferred time. The listed hours run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, every day of the week. The deposit is nonrefundable. Cancelling by 6:00 PM the day before allows it to be applied as a credit toward one rescheduled appointment, while missing an appointment or cancelling late counts as a no-show and forfeits it.

The remaining balance is preferably paid in cash in the exact amount, since change may not be available. Other payment methods carry a transaction fee, and CashApp or Zelle can be used for the deposit. Fast service and overnight appointments are available for an added $40 fee, which is non-deductible and non-refundable.

Clients are asked not to arrive early. On arrival, they call or text and wait for instructions before going in. Parking and waiting space are limited, so arranging transportation in advance is recommended, with public transit or drop-off encouraged. Guests who are not receiving services may be asked to leave. The salon also publishes guidance on preparing hair before braids and caring for it afterward.

The salon describes its goal as quality service and professional care, with a focus on preparation and aftercare for clients' hair.

The salon describes its setting as clean, friendly, and comfortable.