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1. Polish Nail & Beauty's waiting area features an elegant chandelier and fish tank. According to the salon's website, Polish Nail & Beauty is New York-inspired. 2. Even the multi-use treatment rooms are full of hot pink towels to maintain the salon's all-around vibrancy. 1 LaFleur 4 pedi spa 2 La Fleur #4 by Gulfstream offers an array of options; stylish acrylic bases, beautifully hand crafted glass bowls; bright base inserts and more. The La Fleur #4 comes standard with the new, ergonomically designed footrest for maximum client, and technician, comfort. awards and competitions for nails," says Grant, who still sees her long-term clients at the salon. "At the moment I'm doing a lot of session work though, so I'm trying to cut down to only two clients per day." Reception Desk Custom Chair Designed to add instant appeal to any spa or salon entrance. Standard in a Dark Cherry wood finish, available in two sizes; and the option of cascading waterfall glass in many brilliant colors. A chair made for your clients' comfort. Available in two rich leatherette colors, this chair offers a soft seat for your manicure clients. Mariposa Spa Host the next Mother/ Daughter day at your spa. The Mariposa 3 from Gulfstream is a pedicure spa designed for young clients. With an acrylic Biscuit base and interchangeable inserts, the signature butterfly chair tops this unit and is sure to be a hit with mothers and daughters alike. Replacement Chair Covers Replacement parts are available through Gulfstream's website. Whether you need plumbing parts, new chair upholstery or jet caps, we've got a full stock of the parts you need to update your existing chair. www.gulfstreaminc.com • 1-877-622-4853 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/16186 124 | NAILS MAGAZINE | JUNE 2013 PLANS FOR THE FUTURE Over the past three years, Polish Nail & Beauty has gone through many facelifts. "I'm addicted to revamping this salon to keep it looking its best," says Grant. The space grew from four to eight nail stations and Grant is having a chandelier custom-made to run the full length of the salon's nail bar. New customer chairs for the bar and soak-off stations are in the works, and within the next few months, the salon will be integrating custom-built spa pedicure chairs. Additionally, Grant is looking into revamping the salon's entrance hallway. "One of the most challenging things for me has been budget control as I adore new products, training, and love a good salon revamp," says Grant. "However I had to reduce my extra spending once we were hit with a 20% Value Added Tax (VAT) levied by the government." With strong hopes for the future, Polish Nail & Beauty currently has an offer for a second shop, is a finalist at the U.K. Scratch Nail Awards, and is working with a few brands to develop product awareness throughout Scotland.