Ace Hardware is a huge store that is conveniently located in most SM malls , they offer your…read morecomplete hardware needs from paints, tools, electrical, plumbing,home hardware, houseware, lawn an outdoor, automotive, small appliances,chemicals and battery and pet care. They sell items from the cheapest brand until the very high end ones so you have a choice to either splurge and get the best items or stay within the budget and still get a good quality merchandise. I love to redecorate once in a while so I easily buy everything that I need at this store, there are many competent staff that will help you choose the right item and show you what you are really looking for (I dont deny that don't know what a certain tool is called and mostly explain to the staff what I am needing it for or whta it looks like) I remember that I needed to do some digging and cutting in the garden so I went to ace to buy a shovel and a shear but got confused- heck, I didn't even know that there are eight types of shovel and six types of garden shears to choose from! so I am thankful to the employees that help me choose what type is the best for me. Additional to the staff, I adore Ace Paints! There are so many shades and special colors avaiabled that can't be seen at the local hardware store, but can be mixed by the staff using a very entertaining paint mixer-shaker that evenly distributes the color in the can. Ace Hardware also carry all things that I need for my home, like padlocks and bolts for my family's security, led lights- a bright alternative to incandescent bulbs, wires and cables for ease, garden tools for my greens, and basic tools just to make life a little bit easier. Ace has it all.

If there's one thing you need to know about me, it's that I have incredibly small feet. Sadly my…read moresize is 4 and I always always have a hard time looking for shoes. I'm always on the look out for shoes that fit me! And when I see something that fits, more often not I buy it already. One the shoe stores that I have come to love (because they have my size yay!) is Charles and Keith. It may look like it's a western brand but in reality, it's a Singaporean brand. They sell really trendy shoes! But I'm glad some of the shoes have this classic look so I still use them for the office. As much as I want the shoes to made out of leather (for durability purposes), I only sell the synthetic kind. Their shoes though are quite comfortable. Just make sure you walk around the store wearing the shoes before you buying a pair. I love their bags and glasses here as well! You can be fashionable without breaking the bank!

JC Construction Supply has been in business since the 1960s, and has built a name for itself as one…read moreof the most reliable source of hardware and construction materials in the Binondo area. It is now run by Ms. Carolina Chan, the wife of the late Mr. Johnny Chan, founder and owner of the store. 2JC Construction Supply, located in Mayhaligue St., is a second branch run by their daughter, Janette. There are many construction and hardware businesses in the area, but their longevity and expansion is proof that they have a pool of loyal and new customers who are satisfied with the quality of both the products and services they offer. Divisoria businesses live because of loyalty or "suki" and their suki know that the store owners and management is very easy to do business with. Try them for your construction needs!

My husband and I are in the finishing stages of our house (woot WOOT!). So, it is time for the fun…read morepart: buying new furniture! We decided to stick to one place for everything we needed and Ortigas Home Depot was and is the best place to go. Ortigas Home Depot has a variety of furniture, lighting, tiles, bathroom needs, and more on display. Apart from that, there are many other small shops which provide services like installation of custom window blinds or even a sauna in your bathroom. There are two floors in this store. The second floor is where you will find the high-end furniture shops and Blims. Unlike the other stores that we visited, we appreciated that the staff did not follow us around like vultures and try to sell us while we browsed. The staff was quick to help us out and even helped us save some money by giving us a great deal on our purchases! We looked at other furniture depots but none of their inventory and good deals could compare. The Home Depot also has different ways to finance the furniture you purchase through them that fit your needs. If you're looking to purchase new furniture and fixtures, I recommend stopping by this place and don't be shy to ask if they have promotions. They can even reserve fixtures for you until you are ready to pick it up!

*Note: This is a 4.5 Star review…read more I'm excited to share that my "engagement house" renovations are speeding up and, yes, we started to shop for furniture/fixtures! Our architect was more than willing to help us out in purchasing what we need. He suggested that we go to his "Suki" store and ended up here. For me, I wanted to go somewhere where I go buy everything at a very reasonable price. Plus, we were recommended to go here because our architect has a membership card! 5% off is still a good discount! The warehouse is fairly small compared to the ones in Pasig. But, the selection they have are the reliable brands that come with a good price tag. However, they didn't have some brands that I wanted to buy. A bit inconvenient but I plan to just go to the main branch for other items. The one thing I didn't like was that, when we needed help, it took quite awhile for any staff to help us. Only when they noticed that we were buying in bulk that they started to eagerly help out. When their staff did start helping us, they provided useful, informed, and practical advise on which product to buy. In the end, we bought 3 sets of toilets and sinks, 2 sets of showers, my kitchen sink and other fixtures! After adding it all up with the 5% discount, we were ready to pay. Then, the manager approached us and offered that we pay Cash on Delivery. Whut?! That is unheard of but, of course, we accepted! This shopping trip really got me excited for the next few weeks! :D

Trying to be a savvy and cost-effective businesswoman often leads me to doing things on my own,…read moreeven things that would require men or professionals. One of these would be painting my props. I have zero knowledge on paint so imagine just how elated I was to find a paint center that was not just near, but also had pleasant and very helpful staff. I would go there, tell them what I need to paint, what material it is, the size and the quantity, then they recommend the kind of paint and the amount of paint I should buy. This has happened on three separate occasions and I must say that I am dumbfounded at how their estimate is always on point and accurate. They would also give me advice on treating the material first so it would turn out to be more cost effective or less labor intensive. I feel like they don't just sell me stuff to make money, but really care about the quality of the output. They recommend even up until the kind and size of brush or roller that I can use, which is beyond remarkable because they really don't make much from me anyway but serve me very well nevertheless.

For kids, wandering around Wilcon while parents shop for bathroom fixtures and other household…read moreneeds is super fun! Haha. It's a huge store, so there's all sorts of stuff to look at and keep boredom at bay, like giant shiny jacuzzis and model kitchen units. Now that I'm older, recently my dad asked me to come with him to help shop for pipes and stuff for the extension we're building for our house. He's getting older too, and needs an assistant. So on my last visit, I was able to appreciate how completely stocked Wilcon is. Tiles, bathroom stuff, kitchen stuff, garden tools, locks, even pet supplies, it's all under one roof. It's the ultimate in convenience among hardware stores.

The thing about building a house is that saving time is as important as buying the right materials,…read morechoosing the right contractor and having the right design. The more time you lose, the more money you spend. This is why it's important that you choose a hardware store that has everything in it. You don't want to run around and drive to so many places just because one doesn't have a specific pipe and vice versa. You're better off at settling in 1 store where you can keep your sanity intact and your gas tank right above low. So where is this hardware that promises to give these things? It's the Wilcon Depot at Filinvest City in Alabang. My brother-in-law swears by it, and believe me he is the most anal person when it comes to these things. I came here yesterday to help him buy locks and other things for his almost finished house and it took us a few minutes to find everything we need. I would have loved to walk around more because of the nice tile selection inside but we didn't have a lot of time. So, if you're building a home or perpetually fixing an old house (like me) AND you live in the South, come to this branch and make it your home base.

True Value is a great store to go to for all your needs at home, your car, etc. Whenever my dad…read morewould go inside a True Value store, I make sure to tag along. I seem to find something of interest to me all the time. At times it could be a simple candle (they have a lot of options to choose from by the way and they all smell really good - they even have the glade candles that can instantly make any room smell nice) or those mini popcorn makers. I also remember buying some stuff for our pet dog, they have pet shampoo, food, and of course toys and accessories. I still have the leash that I bought up to this day so I know that they sell products that are of good quality as well. I like looking around True Value because you never really know what you might find, some people see it as a nice hardware store but I think it is so much more than that.

Having a True Value store at Robinson's Magnolia is quite the convenience. I rarely take physical…read morenotes of the things I need for the house, may that be new bulbs, batteries, hooks, hoses, or a few nuts and bolts. What's good about having a branch in a mall like Robinson's Magnolia that I frequent at for forgetful me, is how passing by the store with its big sign serves as a reminder for me that I actually need to get a few things at home fixed. I just walk in, ask for guidance from one of the many store staffers, and voila, I'm out of there in five minutes. For people like my significant other's father though, one can spend dozens of minutes in the store just looking around, in effect serving as a "toy store" for adults. Like the reliable hardware store that every man or woman needs, True Value pretty much has everything, high-quality and trusted brands included. The best thing about True Value for me though is that they carry my favorite Jack Link's beef jerky that I love snacking on!