subject: Starscapes International Review--A Legitimate Opportunity? [print this page] Starscapes bring the night sky indoors in a darkened room and return to the appearance of a standard ceiling with the lights turned on. Commercial markets such as hotel rooms are available as well as the residential market for home theaters and home bedrooms.
Founded by Joe Petrashek in Reno, Nevada in 1991, Starscapes International since 1994 has been a subsidiary of Voyager Industries in Arizona.
Making money as a Starscapes business owner demands that you master the workmanship and originality requirements to develop the artistry and illusion of creating three dimensional murals on ceilings. You will be applying toothpick sized paint dots and textured and popcorn ceilings require extra effort and time and increase the selling price.
Some have been more pleased than others with the quality and sufficiency of the introductory demonstration package. The package includes a presentation CD designed to assist in presenting a sales program to potential customers, sample brochure, hotel signs and sample business cards. Including shipping in the United States, cost is $59.90.
Additional costs in this type of business include materials and supplies, travel to the job sites, equipment, sales, advertising, stationery, invoices, vehicle signs or window lettering and business cards. If you decide to hire additional staff plan to include costs of training and administration.
Company provided equipment includes a black light to activate the ceiling paint, and a plastic dome to project light on to the ceiling as a guide during application of the effects. Equipment price is $3,997. Try adding the word "secret" to the company web address to locate a site offering equipment for a $500 discount or financing with $1,495 down and a year and a half of monthly payments at $195 for a total of $5,005.
Estimated sales prices for the completed ceilings is $4 to $8 per square foot, $12 t0 $18 with additional complexity or optional themes.
Starscapes may be for you if you enjoy developing sales leads, working creatively and managing your own business. General economic conditions affect almost all businesses but may have a greater impact on items considered discretionary in the commercial and residential real estate markets.
Starscapes International Review--A Legitimate Opportunity?
