Sola Salons Gahanna

Sola Salons rents individual salon suites to independent beauty professionals across Ohio. Each studio is independently owned and operated.

Studios come in 1-chair and 2-chair configurations. Each has high-end cabinetry, sinks and shampoo bowls, ergonomic chairs and modern lighting, plus a sliding, lockable door for privacy. Some locations are offered move-in ready, and the Mentor location rents suites in the Greater Cleveland area.

Renters pay one weekly fee that covers utilities and Wi-Fi. Shared amenities include 24/7 security, instant hot water, bathroom facilities, on-site laundry, janitorial service, sound-insulated walls, a breakroom and ventilation. Access hours vary by location.

Renters choose the brands and products they sell and keep all of the profits from them. The business also offers a start-up manual with checklists, forms and tips for obtaining a salon license and other permits, along with help with studio setup, insurance, equipment, credit card processing and retail distributor contacts.

Renters have access to liability insurance and, in certain areas, disability insurance. Other benefits include retail discounts, special offers for online scheduling, continuing education programs and industry events. The business also hosts community gatherings for renters, such as cocktail parties and family picnics. It states that it has more than 20,000 independent business owners in its community.

Sola Salons is built around independence: renters run their own businesses in their own suites, choosing their own brands and keeping their own profits, with the company providing the space, services and support around them.

Private, lockable studios with sound-insulated walls and a shared breakroom, set up for working professionals.