A man's world

The Men's Room salon in Warrington is proof that hairdressing salons can be masculine but modern. Described as a "state-of-the-art barber shop" by owners Dawn and Jason Flint, the salon sets out to provide a male-only place to get a full-on grooming experience.

Fact file Name: The Men's Room Address: 9 Westbrook Centre, Warrington, Cheshire Owners: Dawn and Jason Flint Staff: Three - and still recruiting Styling stations: Three Features: REM Duke Barber units; LCD screens, two treatment rooms Designed by: Self and REM BUDGET BOX Furniture: £15,000 Air conditioning, electrics, plumbing and ceilings: £21,000 Flooring: £1,500 HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Furniture: REM 01282 619977
	TOP TIPS Use recommended electricians and plumbers Negotiate on pricing for each element and make sure you cover everything before the work starts If you rely on a bank loan, ask for deferred payments to allow you time to build up the business before you start repaying.