Is there an afro hair salon in Birmingham city centre?

Strand & Lock is at Unit 12 & 13 Gibb Street, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4DJ, in Digbeth on the edge of the city centre, and works with afro, coily and curly hair.

Do you cut afro hair dry?

Yes. Afro and coily hair is cut dry so the stylist can see your true shape and allow for shrinkage.

Can you help with dry or breaking afro hair?

Discuss your hair history and routine with the team. They can advise on suitable care and cutting; a treatment cannot guarantee that all damage is reversed.

What should I discuss before colouring afro hair?

Tell the colourist about previous dyes, relaxers, lightening and heat styling. Ask about testing, care and achievable results before selecting a colour service.

When are you open and how do I book?

Tuesday 10am to 6:30pm, Wednesday to Friday 10am to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm, closed Monday. Book online through our booking page or call 07538 796039.

Afro & textured hair

Afro Hair Salon in Birmingham

Cuts, shaping, moisture treatments and colour for afro and coily hair at Strand & Lock in Digbeth, Birmingham.

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In short

Strand & Lock at Unit 12 & 13 Gibb Street, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4DJ offers hair services for afro, coily and textured hair in Digbeth, Birmingham. Discuss your natural texture, shrinkage, styling routine and hair history so the team can advise on cutting, colour or care. Open Tuesday to Sunday.

Afro and coily hair services

We start by looking at your hair dry and talking through your routine before anything is cut.

Cutting and shaping around your natural texture
Discussing moisture, condition and home care
Colour consultations covering your previous treatments
Choosing an appointment that matches your hair goals

Why a dry cut matters for afro hair

Coily hair can shrink by more than half its length when dry. Cutting it dry shows exactly where each coil sits, so there are no surprises once it shrinks.

What clients say

4.9774 Google reviews

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Rating confirmed 21 September 2026; follow the Google link for the current rating and review count.

“Finally a salon that understands curls. My hair has never felt healthier and the cut grew out beautifully.”

Amara O. · Curls, Coils & Waves

“The team took so much care with my colour. Warm, welcoming space and the result was exactly what I asked for.”

Jess T. · Colour Services

“Booked in for a builder gel manicure and I'm obsessed. Strong nails, immaculate finish, lovely people.”

Priya S. · Builder Gel & Manicure

“Did my wedding hair and it held all day and night. I felt so calm and looked after in the run up.”

Chloe M. · Wedding Hair

More client feedback on our reviews page.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an afro hair salon in Birmingham city centre?: Strand & Lock is at Unit 12 & 13 Gibb Street, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4DJ, in Digbeth on the edge of the city centre, and works with afro, coily and curly hair.
Do you cut afro hair dry?: Yes. Afro and coily hair is cut dry so the stylist can see your true shape and allow for shrinkage.
Can you help with dry or breaking afro hair?: Discuss your hair history and routine with the team. They can advise on suitable care and cutting; a treatment cannot guarantee that all damage is reversed.
What should I discuss before colouring afro hair?: Tell the colourist about previous dyes, relaxers, lightening and heat styling. Ask about testing, care and achievable results before selecting a colour service.
When are you open and how do I book?: Tuesday 10am to 6:30pm, Wednesday to Friday 10am to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm, closed Monday. Book online through our booking page or call 07538 796039.