What Maletti Official does

Maletti S.p.A. is an Italian designer and manufacturer of professional furniture and equipment for hair salons and barbershops, founded in 1936 by Guerrino Maletti in Milan and now headquartered in a 49,000 m2 vertically integrated production and showroom complex in Fellegara di Scandiano (Reggio Emilia, Italy). The product portfolio covers the full salon fit-out: styling chairs (poltrone), washbasins (lavatesta) with the patented SHW water-treatment system and aerator interrupter, back-wash units, mirrors with integrated LED lighting, service trolleys, technical tables, reception desks, stools, and the Head Spa wellness line (Shirobody, Heaven, Igloo, Spa Garçon Éclat). Product differentiation rests on long-running co-design agreements with star designers — Philippe Starck (since 1988), Borek Sipek (1995), Ross Lovegrove (1995), Matta e Varaschin (1995), Claudio Silvestrin (2003), Didier Gomez (2003), Christophe Pillet (2010), Sarah Lavoine (2015), Giovannoni Design and Rossano Ferretti (2017) — that have produced 19+ named collections and the sector-coining concept of 'beauty-design'. Distribution is overwhelmingly indirect via 100+ certified distributors serving 108 countries with exclusive representation in 101, complemented by wholly-owned regional entities (Maletti France, Deutschland and España), on-site showroom networks and a 7-language e-commerce/inquiry website. The customer base spans independent hair salons, premium hair-stylist chains (Jacques Dessange, Rossano Ferretti), barbershops, luxury hotel salons (Park Hyatt Vienna, Aleph Rome, Hotel Riu Palace), and hairdressing academies (Accademia L'Oreal). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; transactions are handled via direct commercial inquiry forms and distributor relationships. The company is family-controlled (President Danilo Maletti, VP Guido Maletti, Marketing/Communications Director Edgardo Maletti), with no external funding, no listed equity, and recognized as a Marchio Storico (Italian National Historic Brand) since 2021.

Name

Maletti Official

Legal name

Maletti S.p.A.

Website

https://maletti.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1936

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Maletti S.p.A. is an Italian family-owned manufacturer of premium designer furniture and equipment for hair salons and barbershops, sold in 108 countries through certified distributors and direct regional entities, and recognized as a National Historic Brand (Marchio Storico).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Salon Furniture

NAICS

Household and Institutional Furniture and Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturing (3371)

SIC

Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Professional/Salon Haircare (Backbar & Retail) (CRABABAK)

Keywords

• Professional salon furniture
• Hairdressing equipment manufacturing
• Beauty design furniture
• Styling chair manufacturing
• Head spa equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Scandiano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Salon Furniture Sales: Maletti generates revenue through the sale of high-quality furniture for hairdressers and hair salons. Products include styling chairs, washbasins (lavatesta), mirrors/mirrors, trolleys, technical tables, reception desks, back-wash units, barber chairs, stools, and Head Spa systems. The company sells through a global network of distributors and directly via showrooms.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Maletti designs, manufactures, and sells premium professional furniture and equipment for hair salons, barbershops, hotel spas, and hairdressing academies. Core products include styling chairs (poltrone), washbasins (lavatesta), service trolleys, technical tables, mirrors and styling units, stools, reception desks, back-wash units, and dedicated Head Spa systems. The portfolio is organized into designer-led collections and sold globally through certified distributors and wholly-owned entities across 108 countries.

Product overview

Maletti Official is an Italian manufacturer of high-end furniture for hairdressers and beauty salons, founded in 1936. The product portfolio consists of physical furniture and equipment organized into distinct collections designed with internationally renowned designers. Core products include Head Spa wellness units (Shirobody, Heaven, Igloo), styling chairs (poltrone) such as Lord Wellington, Eufemia, Mimì, and Musette, washbasins (lavatesta) including Lord Nelson, service trolleys (carrelli) like Just Color and Great, technical tables (tavoli tecnici) such as Colline 4P, wall-mounted styling units (mensole) including Oval and Grimhilde, stools (sgabelli) like Aloe Short and Aloe Soft, chair bases (basi poltrona) such as Opera, reception desks (Ouverture Easy), and modular back wash cabinets (Cafè Momus Complete). The company also offers sub-branded collections (Rue Montenapoleone, Bohème, Hub, Classic by Philippe Starck, Modern, Organic Dreams, I Tagli, Just, Barber, Goldenight, Maletik, Green First, Eco Green, Eco Fun, Alu Green, Old Smoke, Sarah, Minimal, A Little Talk, Linea Madam) created in collaboration with designers like Philippe Starck, Ross Lovegrove, Claudio Silvestrin, Borek sipek, and others. Products are exported to 108 countries worldwide through a network of certified distributors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Madam: A contemporary and bold furniture brand for hairdressing salons, featuring a non-formal salon atmosphere with fashion-forward, colorful design elements.

Products and services

• Head Spa Line (Shirobody, Heaven Soft, Igloo) Wellness washbasin systems transforming hair washing into a scalp-care, relaxation, and Head Spa ritual; designed for hair salons and wellness centers offering premium scalp treatments.
• Poltrone (Styling Chairs) Professional styling chairs combining design, ergonomics, and high-quality materials; models include Lord Wellington, Eufemia, Mimì, Musette, Barrique, and Green Hug for salons and barbershops.
• Lavatesta (Washbasins) Washbasins and washing stations including Lord Nelson, Skywash Prima Classe, Eden, and other models designed for shampoo services with ergonomic features such as concave neck rests and electric leg rests.
• Carrelli (Service Trolleys) Service trolleys including Just Color (magnetic foldable cart with bowls), Great (multi-use trolley with 6 drawers), and Manhattan for hairstylist convenience and storage.
• Tavoli Tecnici (Technical Tables) Technical tables such as Colline 4P with tempered glass surface, polished aluminum legs, 4 built-in disappearing hair dryer holders, and integrated electrical outlets.
• Mensole / Styling Units (Oval, Grimhilde, Marcello Wall, Venezia Centrale, Fiore Centrale 4P) Wall-mounted styling units and mirrors with integrated LED lighting and contemporary design for salon workstations.
• Sgabelli (Stools) Professional swivel stools including Aloe Short (height-adjustable gas pump, oak or walnut backrest) and Aloe Soft (pivoting seat for natural body movement) for operator comfort.
• Basi Poltrona (Chair Bases) Chair bases including Opera with rounded design lines, hydraulic pump, cast iron body, chrome-plated ABS cover, and stainless steel AISI 304 baseplate in Silver, Black, and Gold-White finishes.
• Ouverture Easy Reception Desk (Bohème Collection) Reception desk from the Bohème collection with single-piece refined waterproof material, aluminum frame, and integrated LED strip lighting for salon front desks.
• Café Momus Complete (Back Wash Cabinets) Modular back wash furniture system with base units, basin units with stainless steel sinks, display shelving, color tube storage, and recycling units, customizable for modern salon needs.
• Specchi da Tavolo (Table Mirrors) Table mirrors including Marcello with polished aluminum metal frame and Minimal Mirror for the Minimal Collection, completing salon workstations.
• Heaven Washbasin with Shirodara Treatment New Head Spa washbasin integrating Shirodara treatment feature, designed for salons offering premium scalp-care rituals.
• Spa Garçon Éclat Technology- and innovation-driven Head Spa system that extends Maletti's premium scalp-care and salon experience offering.
• HUB Mobile Washbasin System Innovative mobile and self-sufficient washbasin workstation co-developed with Rossano Ferretti and Giovannoni Design, serving freelance stylists, spas, hospitality venues, and private villas.

Quantifiable outcome

• Water consumption reduced by 30-70% per wash, saving approximately 7 liters per minute
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature12 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Rossano FerretticoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Rossano Ferretti collaborated with Maletti to create the HUB system — an innovative salon solution designed by Giovannoni Design, satisfying the requirements of freelance professionals, Spa, hospitality, and private villas. The entire system was designed to meet the needs of the hair salon of the future.
• Sarah LavoinecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Sarah Lavoine designed the Sarah collection, featuring a dialogue between materials, color play, and elegant details, inspired by beneficial experiences in warm and intimate environments.
• Guido Maletti (Maletti Creative Team)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Guido Maletti coordinates the Maletti Creative Team — an in-house team of designers, architects, and engineers with decades of experience in hair salon furniture conception. The team is responsible for the most important innovations the sector has known in the last 20 years, including concave neck rests, manual and electric leg rests, roller and air massage systems, chromotherapy canopies, SHW System, integrated mirror screens, and technical tables as new furniture elements.
• Christophe PilletcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2010Christophe Pillet designed the Eco Fun collection, using recycled plastic for upholstery and recyclable aluminum for bases and structures, reflecting Maletti's commitment to environmental sustainability.
• Claudio SilvestrincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2003Claudio Silvestrin, designer for Armani, created the 'I TAGLI' collection in 2003 — a minimalist line of salon furniture made from barely tangible fabrics and natural materials, recognized as an elegant classic in the industry.
• Didier GomezcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2003Didier Gomez designed the A Little Talk collection — an absolutely modern yet very glamorous collection, described as a Zen and ultra-sophisticated space.
• Borek SipekcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1995Czech artist Borek Sipek designed the Maletik collection in 1995 in a neo-baroque style, created from many-colored 'sculptural' furniture pieces for hair salons. The collection includes two product lines with incalculable value to this day — timeless, unique and exceptional design expressing rich modern style.
• Ross LovegrovecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1995Ross Lovegrove designed the Organic Dreams collection, reflecting the style and design of the 21st century, integrating technological products with highly aesthetic components.
• Giovannoni Design (Stefano Giovannoni and Elisa Gargan Giovannoni)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1995Stefano and Elisa Giovannoni of Giovannoni Design have created multiple collections for Maletti including Eco Green Collection, Green First Collection, Hub (with Rossano Ferretti), Bohème, Minimal, and designed products. Stefano Giovannoni's works are part of the permanent collection of the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris and the MOMA in New York. The firm collaborates with major companies including Alessi, Magis, Fiat, Flos, and others.
• Matta e VaraschincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1989Matta e Varaschin established a new standard for hair salon furniture with the Just collection, distinguished by compact dimensions, rich upholstery, beautiful polished aluminum armrests, and smart use of technologies such as ball and air massages integrated directly into chairs. They also designed the Maletti Group headquarters (2001, 49,000 m2).
• Philippe StarckflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1988Philippe Starck was the first designer to collaborate with Maletti in 1988, beginning with the Modern Collection and later the Classic Collection. This collaboration established Maletti as a global leader in beauty design, making it the first company in the sector to use the term 'BEAUTY-DESIGN'. The Classic Collection represents the first success in the design world for Maletti.
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)coreOthersFSC certification guarantees a sustainable supply chain, i.e., compliance with certain environmental, social, and economic sustainability standards throughout the supply chain, from manufacturer through distributor to Maletti as direct supplier. Maletti uses FSC-certified wood in its Eco Green Collection.
• SKAI (Skay Evida supplier)minorOthersMaletti uses Skay Evida ecological fabric, composed of 80% recyclable and natural material, supplied by SKAI. This partnership supports Maletti's sustainability goals.
• OwayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOway (Bologna, Italy) is listed as a Best Salon using Maletti products, serving as both a customer and distributor of Maletti furniture.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Gamma & Bross: Italian manufacturer of premium professional salon furniture (styling chairs, washbasins, mirrors, trolleys, reception desks). Headquartered in Italy with international distribution. Directly comparable to Maletti as a fellow Italian design-led salon furniture maker serving the same hairdresser and barbershop end-market.
• Takara Belmont: Japan's leading manufacturer of professional salon equipment (styling chairs, shampoo systems, wash units, spa equipment). Founded 1921. Like Maletti, Takara Belmont combines in-house engineering with designer collaborations and sells globally to high-end salons and luxury hospitality, making it the closest direct competitor by product line, customer base, and premium positioning.
• Pietranera: Italian manufacturer of professional hairdressing and beauty salon furniture, offering styling chairs, wash units, and technical furniture. Comparable to Maletti as another Italian-made, design-forward salon furniture specialist competing in the same European and international premium segment.
• Pibbs Industries: US-based manufacturer and distributor of professional salon equipment including styling chairs, shampoo systems, dryers, and mirrors. Comparable to Maletti as a long-established salon furniture specialist with international reach, though skewed to the North American market rather than Maletti's European stronghold.

Others

• L'Oréal Professionnel: World-leading professional haircare brand and a key salon-industry incumbent whose L'Oréal Academy uses Maletti furniture. Not a direct furniture competitor, but a strategically adjacent company whose brand partnerships, salon channel relationships, and category influence shape demand for premium salon equipment suppliers like Maletti.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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