What table, stool and trolley/bag should I get?

[GJPN]

Hi all

I'm currently setting up as a Mobile Nail Tech, have completed manicure, pedicure and UV Gel polish course and attending acryclics course on Thurs

I'm trying to get all my equipment sorted now but there's so much stuff out there I'm not quite sure what to get! Would you recommend I opt for a Manicure Station or just get a folding table? If the latter, what size would you suggest? Would you also get a 'salon' stool or just a little folding one and should I get two so that my clients have one too? Finally, I'm thinking of getting a Roo Beauty Glamour Session Bag as have seen some good reviews of them but just want to check if anyone has any other suggestions before I do?

Many thanks

 

[mlea79]

Roo beauty have some lovely cases. I have the mamba case if thats what its called and love it but it's very heavy. Im relatively new myself doing mobile. I havent got a table yet but im definatly considering it and a lamp just carrying all the stuff is a challenge already lol. I really need a lamp though as I have found lighting to be my main issue. Problem is I was hoping to get battery powered as plug sockets is also an issue! Although its started slower than I expected am loving doing it and just hope I can make it my main job soon!

 

[BBCharmer]

Hiya, I have been mobile for a couple of years, I don't have a portable table or chair, I find it hard enough just carrying all the products and lamp, including an extension cable, and light. I currently have two bags the Roo Backpack which was on offer a while ago and has loads of pockets and space, and a smaller Roo bag that I originally bought. I have found my bags have got heavier as I have picked up more nail art products. I usually work on clients dining tables, making sure I put a plastic cover under my towel to protect their surface. If you opt for table and chairs, remember everyone has a different amount of space in their home, perhaps you could ask them if there is room to set up a table, when they make an appointment. Someone on here (sorry can't remember who) reviewed the Roo Session Bag on YouTube, it looked really roomy I would definitely consider one when my current bags need replacing. X

 

[GJPN]

Thanks for your replies have either of you had a situation where a client hasn't had a table you can work from? I did shellac on a friend's nails a little while ago but she has quite a wide dining room table and I'm only 5ft tall and it killed my back as I really had to stretch!

I've seen the Mamba cases, they do look lovely but thought they might have been a bit heavy which is why I thought the session bag might be better as probably a little lighter.x

 

[BBCharmer]

Thanks for your replies have either of you had a situation where a client hasn't had a table you can work from? I did shellac on a friend's nails a little while ago but she has quite a wide dining room table and I'm only 5ft tall and it killed my back as I really had to stretch!

I've seen the Mamba cases, they do look lovely but thought they might have been a bit heavy which is why I thought the session bag might be better as probably a little lighter.x

Not happened yet, but I give my clients the choice of mine or theirs, if someone didn't have a table I would suggest mine if possible. I usually sit at the corner of a table, so less space between us. Haven't had any round tables yet, lol. Maybe you could have a fold up table in your car just in case. x

 

[mlea79]

I had a client take me into the lounge. She had locked the dog in kitchen where I presume the table was! I just asked for a dining chair so she could put her feet up on my knee as I was doing her toes. If it had been fingers I would've had to ask to sit at the table. Since ive just said I need to sit at a table!