Hairdressers’ Chair 17 Apr 2012 Gemma Latest News, Rates and Allowances No comment From 1 October 2012 all hairdressing salons which rent a chair to a hairdresser will have to charge standard rate VAT. This is not an exempt supply. Related posts: A few more – New VAT Rules New VAT Rules on Food 01.04.2012 Corporation Tax Rates 2012/2013 Pensions and Benefits 2012/2013 Main Income Tax Reliefs 2011-2012