Discount Cleaners keeps prices low and clothes clean There’s something for everyone at Kolorz For nearly five years, Kolorz Nail & Hair Studio, 3669 Lee Road, has earned a following by making customer experiences special for everyone – women, men, and even children. “We take everything down to size,” says owner Bruce Washington, of the salon’s kid-sized pedicure chairs. “We make it comfortable.” Kolorz also makes it convenient, with four hair stylists and four nail technicians (among the talented bunch is Washington’s wife, Carol) and hours seven days a week. The salon also welcomes children’s birthday parties on Sundays. Washington, a ’99 SHHS grad who grew up on Scottsdale Boulevard in Lomond, just around the corner from Kolorz, says he chose to locate the salon on Lee because “it’s the face of Shaker Heights.” What’s more, he’s encouraged by the resident-led grassroots efforts in the Moreland neighborhood and the Shaker Design Competition, which promises to build sustainable, affordable homes on some of Moreland’s vacant lots. “This is all uplifting for business now and it’s going to continue to drive more of it on Lee,” Washington says. “Adding more residential properties means more clients, more people, and more revenue for businesses and the City. It’s going to have a positive impact on the City as a whole.” Stop in Kolorz, Tuesday-Thursday, 10 am-7 pm; Friday-Saturday, 8 am-8 pm; Sunday, 10 am-5 pm (appointment only); and Monday, 9 am-3 pm (appointment only). Walk-ins welcome. Call 216-283-6245. SL For nearly 24 years, Lenny Ratner pictured left, and his wife, Regina, have faithfully maintained their customers’ wardrobes from Discount Cleaners, their dry cleaning business at 3601 Lee Road. “There’s nothing better than having your clothes professionally cleaned,” Ratner says, proudly. “And you can do it for $20 a week.” If that sounds too good to be true, it isn’t. “My prices are my specials,” Ratner says. Most pieces are a flat $2.99 with no upcharges. Coats are $6.75, suits are $5.98, and blankets and comforters start at $24.99. “We’re the best kept secret in Shaker,” he jokes. Discount Cleaners also offers same day service. Items dropped off by 9 am can be picked up after 3 pm. Ratner has a few tips when folks consider switching to a new dry cleaner. “I try to educate all my customers. I tell them to ask two questions: Is all the dry cleaning done on-site and is the owner present? If the answer to either question is no, then you need to find a new dry cleaner,” he says. All the dry cleaning at Discount Cleaners is done on the premises (only laundered items are sent out), and oftentimes by both Ratners. Stop in at Discount Cleaners weekdays 7:30 am-6:30 pm and Saturdays 8 am-5 pm. SHAKER LIFE | WINTER 2017 7
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