How many THE GREAT FRAME UP franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, THE GREAT FRAME UP has 52 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2007.

Is THE GREAT FRAME UP a good franchise to buy?

Whether THE GREAT FRAME UP is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

THE GREAT FRAME UP

The Great Frame Up franchise operates retail stores that sell frames, provide custom framing services, and offer related products such as prints and artwork, typically located in strip centers. Franchisees utilize the franchisor's standardized system, including trademarks, specifications, and procedures, to deliver these services. The business targets all segments of the public seeking framing and art-related retail products.

Locations

$114K–$234K

Investment

Since 2007

Franchising

Specialty RetailSt. Peters, MOwww.thegreatframeup.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$30,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$113,682 – $233,573

Low: $113,682High: $233,573

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$50 – $67

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty + 2% ad fund + $600-$800/yr Lifesaver software maintenance

How THE GREAT FRAME UP Compares

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
THE GREAT FRAME UP Current	$114K – $234K	$30K	6.0%	52
MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS	$48K – $260K	N/A	N/A	797
CORNWELL	$80K – $324K	N/A	N/A	793
BATTERIES PLUS	$263K – $497K	$45K	5.0%	604
PET SUPPLIES PLUS	$537K – $2.0M	$50K	3.0%	502
WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED	$227K – $379K	$40K	4.0%	340
Specialty Retail Average 47 franchises	$281K – $698K	$38K	5.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 47 Specialty Retail franchises by location count.

Franchisee Contacts

52 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases1

One action by franchisor against franchisee to recover unpaid royalties and enforce Franchise Agreement.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a THE GREAT FRAME UP franchise ranges from $113,682 to $233,573. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.

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