Underwoods is an 'old fashioned' hardware store which is brimming full of everything from simple…read moretacks to outdoor heaters with covers. The sheer range of items is slightly mind boggling at first but the friendly and chatty staff are more than happy to help you find the item, give advice and give you great ideas. The outside of the shop is a carnival of household items which include, bins, brushes, flower pot men, hedgehog shoe cleaners, plants, heaters, forks, green houses, tools the list goes on The inside is stacked high with products and you are sure to leave with more that you came in for Underwoods has been there for many, many years and I hope it stays there for many years still as it a welcome change to Homebase and B&Q. If a DIY shop for you has always been the huge warehouses then you will find this a breath of fresh air.

A traditional and independant hardware and homeware shop. YOu can get knowledgable advice on all…read moremanner of DIY queries and can buy just a single nail or screw (ratehr than a whole packet). There is a garden centre as well as various home items including dustbins and napkins.

Baydis is an independent hardware and DIY shop trading in Herne Bay town centre. The first thing…read moremost of you will assume is that it will be more expensive than the nearby Homebase but that is simply not the case. The prices in Baydis are actually very reasonable and I have often found products to be cheaper in Baydis than in Homebase (paint rollers, satin paint, sandpaper etc). They are quite a small shop but stock a large selection of the little bits and bobs you need when completing any form of DIY. This is complimented by the fact that the shop assistants are very knowledgeable and will assist you when trying to find the right item. If you need a specialist paint or anything that is hard to find in Homebase or B&Q then the likelihood is Baydis will stock it. I am glad this shop is continuing to do well considering there is a Homebase just up the road. It has the feel of a proper DIY shop and has earned itself many regular customers. I strongly recommend you check your local traders before going to nationals.

This is a real old fashioned hardware store, with a vast range of products including screws and…read morenails, plumbing fittings (including hoses for washing machines), tools, storage boxes, seeds and plants, hanging baskets and everything else in between. Prices are reasonable and the staff are very friendly.

A real aladins cave of things for the DIYer and the home. They stock a wide range of lightbulbs and…read moreall sorts of ironmongery items that you just cant seem to get in the large do it all type places. They are family run and are happy to exchange items that are not right, and give advice if you dont know what you want. They seem to have everything and its all neatly displayed with clear prices and well stocked. They have some great offers outside or in the window sometimes on things like brooms, cleaning clothes or bulbs, and there is something nice about getting DIY things wrapped in brown paper bags nostalgia, but still keeping up to date with the modern DIY requirements

There are 2 of these shops pretty much facing each other either side of the street. One sells…read moreeverything garden and DIY related. The other selling a fantastic range of cook and houseware. Both are definately worth a look as they are like little aladdins caves, full of treasures and certain to have what you are looking for! Staff are really knowledgable and are happy to answer any questions you may have or point you in the right direction if you are stuck. Prices are reasonable, no more expensive than anywhere else in the town and generally I've always found there is a really nice atmosphere to both shops.

Sweet little hardware store. Can park outside. Fairly priced for various items from tools to rabbit…read morehutches.

Brilliant service - would highly recommend them, especially as I was looking for something quite…read moreobscure - they can deliver anywhere in the country, and found what I was looking for. Really knowledgeable guys, and my special thanks to Andy.

From the owner: The Professional's Tool Store. Established 1974…read more We have become a major stockist for cutting tools including carbide inserts, drills, taps, and milling tools. These are available in a range of standard, high performance and special tooling. Our stocks are one of the best in Kent and the range of products has increased to incorporate almost any product, consumable or otherwise for sub-contract engineers, toolrooms, fabricators, maintenance workshops, production shops and assembly lines. To our customers we have become a "One Stop Shop" where you can purchase fasteners, hand tools, adhesives, abrasives, machinery, oils, handcleaners, and more. Our supplier base is extensive and offers every brand leader, as well as new innovative manufacturers. We are founder members of the largest buying group in the country and, as such, are able to offer the best terms on brand leader products such as Sandvik Coromant, Dormer, and Titex, along with most alternative manufacturers.

An excellent traditional ironmongers run very a very helpful chap, an aladins cave of useful items…read morefor the home at garden all at sensible prices

This store is lots of fun. Even if you dont buy anything it's worth a wander. The have unique and…read moreinteresting items great for gifts or yourself. Their products range from candles to art, textiles, Mayan trinkets and all the way to furniture. Most of the stuff is inexpensive. If I'm in the area I just like to go in to see what new products they have.