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The Pitch

Sean McGarry walked into the Den in 2019 with a rust proof shower organiser. They were asking for £100,000 in exchange for 24% of the business.

The pitch landed well enough in the Den that at least one Dragon decided to back it.

The Deal

A deal was struck on the show. Tej Lalvani, Sara Davies and Touker Suleyman offered £100,000 for 24%, and Sean McGarry accepted.

It’s worth noting that Dragons’ Den deals agreed on camera often go through further negotiation off-screen. Some complete as shown; others are renegotiated or never finalise at all. The company’s subsequent trading history is the clearest indicator of what actually happened.

What Happened After the Show

The ShowerGem did not survive long-term. The company was dissolved in 2020 — just a year after appearing on the show.

This is not an unusual outcome. The majority of businesses that appear on Dragons’ Den, deal or no deal, don’t make it in the long run. The show can provide a platform and capital, but it can’t substitute for a sustainable business model.

Is The ShowerGem Still in Business?

No. The ShowerGem is no longer in business. Companies House records show the company has been dissolved.

Related Companies

If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at The Great British Porridge Company, Churchill Gowns, Yboo, Alissa Sports. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.

Watch the Pitch

Videos

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"That Sounds Like Somebody That's Just Chancing Their Luck" | Dragons' Den

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Dragons All SHOOK Up Over Jill’s Shower Head Holder | Dragons’ Den

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As Seen On The Dragons' Den! The ShowerGem Shower Caddy