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Book Recommendations for Float Center Retail – DSP 145

Book Recommendations for Float Center Retail – DSP 145

Lots of float centers sell different books, usually about floating. Float On even publishes a few of them (through our Coincidence Control publishing company). 

Graham and Ashkahn give their recommendations for books to sell and provide a list of the ones we have available at Float On. They also discuss how well they sell as well as the tertiary benefit to having them around as resources for your floaters on coffee tables and as conversation starters. 

Book Recommendations for Float Center Retail – DSP 145

What to Look for when Buying a Used Float Tank – DSP 144

So… float tanks are expensive. Buying used is an option, though. What does that look like and what should you know before thinking about delving into the market of used tanks? There’s a lot to it, how the tank has aged, if there are any components that have failed, and what the filtration system is like are all good things to keep in mind.

Graham and Ashkahn go over this, as well as where to look for tanks and some tips and tricks from the trade. 

Book Recommendations for Float Center Retail – DSP 145

What to look for in a lease – DSP 142

Picking a location is stressful and time consuming, but it can still be one of the most fun parts of starting a float center. 

Graham and Ashkahn examine what to look for in a new center and how to go about the search. Along with all this, they explain some of the nuances you want to discuss with your landlord when drafting your lease. Tune in here. 

Book Recommendations for Float Center Retail – DSP 145

Options for offering neck pillows – DSP 141

Finding a good neck pillow for your float tanks can be a surprisingly tricky endeavor. There are endless amounts of flotation pillows designed for swimming or in the bath, but float tanks have very particular conditions and getting the wrong neck pillow can make it, and your float tank, a hassle to clean.

Graham and Ashkahn dish about their experiences with neck pillows and what’s worked for them in the past and offer up some solid recommendations, as well as provide some helpful tips on what to look for when shopping for the ideal neck pillow for your float center.