Made In The Shade

$MISDF500 #501
CategoryHome Improvement
SubcategoryWindow Coverings
Locations131
Franchisee Count126
Franchise Fee$67,500
Item 7 Low$78,000
Item 7 Midpoint$92,850
Item 7 High$107,700
Royalty FeesNo royalty fee
Ad / Brand Fund4%
Sold Not Open0
Founded2004
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business21
Began FranchisingJanuary 31, 2013
HQSan Antonio, TX
Executives2
LinksWeb
Main Phone1-800-764-3521
FDD IssuedApril 28, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 🔒
Franchisor

Made in the Shade Blinds and More LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of businesses that specialize in the sale and distribution of window covering and outdoor products under the Made in the Shade Blinds & More brand.

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Made in the Shade Blinds and More LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of businesses that specialize in the sale and distribution of window covering and outdoor products under the Made in the Shade Blinds & More brand.

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