The first franchise, also based in Gateshead, remains hugely successful in the hands of its owner Craig Cavanagh.

He said: “The more work we do, the more recommendations and repeat business we get. We are also generating positive leads with many local businesses that require our services when the leather products they sell become damaged.”

Since buying the franchise in 2008, Mr Cavanagh has expanded into two further areas; Newcastle East and Newcastle West.

Furniture Clinic offers a van based franchise opportunity which involves franchisees visiting customers in their home to carry out minor repairs with leather. As the business grows franchisees have the option of moving into premises and taking on larger jobs.

Franchising and sales director Ben Staerck said: “Most of our work currently comes from the general public, but we are looking at contracts with pub and hotel chains, furniture shops, car dealerships and insurance companies, so we are also looking to appoint franchisees nationwide to help us achieve our targets.”

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