KawDang Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 My wife had a shelving salesman call by yesterday from Udon Thani to give her a quote for shelving, a fridge and a counter for a small convenience shop she is opening in her village. Quote came in around 100k. The fact said salesman was driving a new 3-series aroused my suspicion that this might not be the fairest price. Or he's just a successful guy of course & running a good business. He mentioned he does a lot of similar fitouts for mia falang in Udon, Khon Kaen etc. Can anyone suggest good places to look for cheap shop shelves, food displays, etc? Any second hand options? We're heading off to Makro and Home Pro in KK to have a look now. Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totster Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 There are plenty of small places selling shelving and displays in Kalasin, just take a drive round and you will see them - One I think I saw is on the 'songkran road' at the main road end, there are a few around. With regards to chillers, I would contact the local beer/soft drinks wholesalers. totster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KawDang Posted May 5, 2014 Author Share Posted May 5, 2014 Thanks Totster - that's good to know. Wife doesn't know Songkran Rd but we'll go and have a snoop around. Any more detail you can offer would be appreciated! Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totster Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 The actual name is Anankha Nak Road (I think), I called it 'Songkran Road' as it's the road where everyone celebrates Songkran (i.e procession of cars, lots of water throwing), I'm sure she will know it. Just talked to a mate of mine about where he got his chillers - he bought his from a shop opposite the shell petrol station near the market in town for bt23,000. He has also seen a number of different sized chillers for sale outside the electronics shop next to Se-Ed books (and the coffee shop) which is opposite the market. totster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KawDang Posted May 5, 2014 Author Share Posted May 5, 2014 Totser - much obliged - found a couple of places today near Big C. Your mate's chiller price is a bit cheaper so I'll follow that up. Every little counts;) Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdwarf1 Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 To the OP. I had opened a small shop in Sakon Nakhon for my BF. It was not a sucess. A lot of shelving and refrigerator available for sale. Let me know I will put you in contact with him. You will have to transport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I'm afraid to let you know that I've never seen a successful business like that were they actually made money. Most people in villages can't afford to buy something, then they get credit after credit and forget about paying that back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KawDang Posted May 9, 2014 Author Share Posted May 9, 2014 I'm inclined to agree judging by the 'business plan'. But the overheads are zilch, I may come out of this with a spectacular beer fridge & I get to sharpen my paasaa Isaan behind the counter. In return the locals get to learn the Kiwi word for credit... Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 I'm inclined to agree judging by the 'business plan'. But the overheads are zilch, I may come out of this with a spectacular beer fridge & I get to sharpen my paasaa Isaan behind the counter. In return the locals get to learn the Kiwi word for credit... Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand I need to tell you something as a biker. Buy a big bike for that money and cruise through that country. you might find companionship and like it. Or send it to my bank account. If you'd have to chose, what would your decision be? Lol- 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KawDang Posted May 11, 2014 Author Share Posted May 11, 2014 Wise words indeed lostinisaan Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totster Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Wise words indeed lostinisaan Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand I think you are being polite... totster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 I've seen so many foreigners trying to do the same business. Some of their wives tried to sell clothes, some made a village shop, etc... But I haven't met anybody yet, who made money out of that business. Just my five baht to your idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totster Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 (edited) I've seen so many foreigners trying to do the same business. Some of their wives tried to sell clothes, some made a village shop, etc... But I haven't met anybody yet, who made money out of that business. Just my five baht to your idea. He wasn't asking for your 5 baht.. totster Edited May 12, 2014 by Totster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 (edited) I've seen so many foreigners trying to do the same business. Some of their wives tried to sell clothes, some made a village shop, etc... But I haven't met anybody yet, who made money out of that business. Just my five baht to your idea. He wasn't asking for your 5 baht.. totster OP was asking for advice and I gave him mine. If you think you've got a personal problem with me, please feel free to page me. Edited May 15, 2014 by lostinisaan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skint Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 The shelves etc are about 1500 baht a section a chiller as stated 23-28k new I reckon you could do the shop for 40-50k 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALFREDO Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 -Kaw Dang- How far is the next LOTUS and BIG C whatever size? How is the chance that one of the above opens a small branch nearby, or in next Amphoe? How far is the Amphoe town-village, or possible location away? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Som wat Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 ^^ But what about the Mia Falang Tax? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skint Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 ^^ But what about the Mia Falang Tax?That's already been paid OP Is married Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totster Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 I've seen so many foreigners trying to do the same business. Some of their wives tried to sell clothes, some made a village shop, etc... But I haven't met anybody yet, who made money out of that business. Just my five baht to your idea. He wasn't asking for your 5 baht.. totster OP was asking for advice and I gave him mine. If you think you've got a personal problem with me, please feel free to page me. Well, he specifically asked advice regarding where to find shop fittings, however you decided to dispense your biker business advice (which most definitely wasn't asked for). In short I think your 'advice' was rude, you assume the OP is stupid and has not thought things through. I certainly do not have any personal problems with you, how can I, we have never met (afaik). I'm sure you are a nice, well meaning person, which is lucky really as I have no idea how to page you. totster 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KawDang Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 Next amphoe with Lotus express is 20 mins. Next possible target for a Lotus is 20 mins in the other direction. Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALFREDO Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Next amphoe with Lotus express is 20 mins. Next possible target for a Lotus is 20 mins in the other direction. Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand OK, you will have counted already what the shop can turn around day by day and what with a small margin on the sold products the profit could be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KawDang Posted May 18, 2014 Author Share Posted May 18, 2014 Whoa! That's starting to sound like a business plan... Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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