Walk-ins at the Plantation salon: when they work

What works as a walk-in

Shorter services fit best when you show up without a booking. A Classic pedicure takes 25 minutes, and a Deluxe takes 40. A Dip Manicure takes about an hour. If a chair and tech are free, we can start straight away.

Wait time depends on the hour. Weekday mornings and early afternoons are usually calmer. Weekends, late afternoons and the days before holidays tend to fill, so you may wait or be offered a later time. Check by phone for the current wait, since a quiet afternoon can turn busy quickly on a Saturday.

What to book ahead

Anything with a long time slot needs an appointment, since it ties up a tech for a full block. A full Gel-X set takes about 60 minutes, and the longest pedicures take 85 minutes. If you want a set removed and a new one done, plan on even longer.

Groups are the other case. If two or more of you want to sit together, call 954-236-7922 so we can line up seats and techs next to each other. Tell us who is coming and what each person wants, so we can plan seats and time for everyone.

• Gel-X full set, about 60 minutes
• Builder gel or acrylic full sets, about 60 minutes
• Spa pedicures of 60 minutes or longer
• Groups of two or more
• Removal plus a new set

How to make a walk-in smoother

Call ahead even if you plan to walk in. A short call lets us tell you how busy it is and when a chair opens. Say what you want, because that tells us how long it will take. You can also call from the parking lot, and we will tell you if a chair is open.

Bring a photo if you want a specific shape or design. Arrive with clean, bare nails if you can, since removing old polish or product adds time. Parking is easy, since we have a lot on site. A clear idea of what you want makes the visit shorter and the result closer to what you pictured.

Hours and location

We are open Monday to Saturday from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM and Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM. The salon is at 8151 W Sunrise Blvd, Plantation, FL 33322, in Broward County, and Element's only Florida location. Weekend hours are the same for walk-ins and booked clients, so arrive early on a Saturday if you can.

Not sure what to book? Walk in or call, and the tech will help you choose between services based on your nails, your time and your budget. Tell us when you arrive if you are on a time limit, and we will plan the service around it.

If we are busy when you arrive

Sometimes a walk-in arrives at a busy hour. We will tell you how long the wait is and offer a later time if that is easier. You can leave your name and number and come back, which is often easier than sitting.

If you have an event and a tight schedule, call before you leave home. A two minute call tells you whether to come now or book for later. It also helps the team plan chairs and techs. A phone call also lets us suggest a different time if you want a specific tech or a longer service.

If your plans change, call as soon as you can. Appointments hold a tech's time, and a quick message lets us offer that slot to someone else. We appreciate it, and it keeps the wait short for the next person.

Questions guests ask

Does Element in Plantation accept walk-ins?

Yes. Walk-ins are accepted, and appointments are recommended. Short services are the easiest to fit in. Call 954-236-7922 to ask how busy it is before you come. We recommend booking for longer services and weekends, and a quick call to 954-236-7922 saves waiting.

What should I book in advance?

Long services such as Gel-X sets, full sets of acrylic or builder gel, long spa pedicures and group visits. Removal plus a new set also takes extra time. Booking ahead guarantees your time with the tech and avoids waiting on busy days.

When is the quietest time to walk in?

Weekday mornings and early afternoons tend to be calmer. Weekends and late afternoons fill up faster. Calling ahead is the surest way to know how busy the salon is. Calling to ask is the surest way to know what the schedule looks like that day.