The best hardware store in town by far! Staff is friendly and helpful! They carry your products to…read moreyour car for you!

I definitely got looks for being unfamiliar to the staff--and for wearing a face mask--but they had…read morethe plumbing part I needed that wasn't available at the True Value in town. So I was able to get over the discomfort of awkward service in general. I'd suggest you check them out if you're looking for something in home or garden, especially since it's one of two small hardware stores in a town without a Lowe's.

Just moved into town and we absolutely love bridges true value hardware. The staff is incredibly…read morehelpful, and the store is well stocked with everything we have needed. Prices are affordable and they offer extra services like tool maintenance, key cutting, customizable dog tags, propane re-fill, etc. This is an awesome store, definitely pay them a visit!

Bridges True Value Hardware is probably the best small business hardware store I have ever…read morepatronized. They aren't Lowes or Home Depot but that's ok with me. For a small town store they have a large inventory for everything from "soup" to nuts in the hardware world. When you walk into this business don't be surprised if you are greeted with a welcoming smile and called by your name. Everyone here is friendly and helpful. I love being able to get what I need there as opposed to driving all the way to the big box hardware stores and it is rare that they don't have what you need, from clothing to tools to lawn and garden supplies and parts for just about anything. The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. They know the items they carry and exactly where to find them. Aisle are clearly marked with street signs so if they can't take you to find an item, they give you exact directions on where you can find it. Best of all, this business supports the local community by partnering with a local business to grow food which is then donated to a community kitchen to feed the hungry right here in our town, and these are our neighbors who might otherwise be going to bed hungry. So yes, there are times when I know I could get what I'm looking for elsewhere at a lower price, but I choose to support this small business which supports our community by helping feed the hungry, supporting our local theatre and scouting groups, and sponsors ladies night at the hardware store and other events. I love this place!

We called them and asked them if we could return our generator and he said whether the box is open…read moreor not we got 48 hours to return it and that was the day it snowed then he started laughing at us

Used to work at Lowe's. Not a good experience at all. Employees are not encouraged/allowed to…read moregive excellent customer service but more often encouraged to obfuscate any customer issues. The quality of all appliances, generators, power tools, lawn and garden etc. are not 1st quality that you would expect if you bought straight from the manufacturer, usually 2nd tier. I have personal experience with a $12,000.00 generator that quit after 19 hours. Was supposed to last a bit longer, all hours were from weekly cycling. Generac refused to replace the whole unit only replaced the motor. Not really satisfactory but was stonewalled after that. Lowe's saw no responsibility. I would encourage everyone to think twice before purchasing from Lowe's. All big box stores are the same, in my opinion and experience.

I think years ago, this might have been a hardware store. But now its a place for mainly tourists…read moreto purchase local crafts, garden items and at this time of year, Christmas décor. Friendly owners (maybe the original) willing to search the store for you.

Lots of interesting items and reasonable prices. I always enjoy going there while passing through…read moreForest City. Sometimes they are closed at the lunch hour, so call ahead if you need to.

This is definitely a throwback Main Street hardware store! Not very many of these places survive…read morewhen a large chain like ACE comes to town. Actually there is one in this small, beautiful town! It's a testament to the local home folks for supporting their hometown businesses! I went in there looking for some cloth hand towels. The very kind and helpful lady in charge told me they didn't have any. That was a bit of a surprise to me because they seemed to have an abundance of everything! Not only hardware but also a huge selection of yard art and other display pieces. Like I said; this place is most definitely a throwback in time and its unusual! Even though they didn't have what I needed ; I loved the experience! Any person my age who remembers the way things were in the past should visit not only this place but the entire Main Street of Rutherfordton, N.C. ! It's a thriving small town with much to offer.

As part of an abbreviated Yelp tour I came upon this place. I pulled it up on the Yelp app. and…read morediscovered that no one has done a review. Well Now; I thought i'm going to fill in that gap. This is a newer Tractor Supply. It's building seems smaller than the one in my hometown. I didn't see anything amiss. Nicely stocked and very clean. I also received a nice warm welcome upon entry. That means a lot and is getting to be a rare find!

We are painting a house in Lake Lure and stopped in here to grab some painting supplies. Such a…read moregreat store. Looks little on the outside but has a great selection for any kind of project. Staff is super friendly and knowledgeable, and the prices are WAY better than Lowe's or Home Depot. Wish there were more places like this around.

Best hardware store in wnc...staff is friendly and helpful and will assist you with your bird seed,…read moremulch, piping, lumber, cement, propane or whatever you need....check them out...you will not be disappointed....

Love Rural King (build one in Shelby!!)…read more Basically it's a small Walmart sized Tractor Supply and Ace hardware combined with a small Auto Zone in the back with a tiny Academy gun section too! What's not to love! Oh and free coffee and popcorn!!

I LOVE RURAL KING. It has everything. Candy, toys, free…read morepopcorn, a huge clothing selection. All the things that "other" stores like this have, but better! If I could trade that "other" farm supply store for this one in my area, I would in a heart beat.

It's a place to get something quick, and for about anything from car needs to grocery needs…read more However, keep your receipts because if you buy something there (even if it's not cooked all the way) they don't care to make it right. I was told they are very strict about 'no receipt, no refund' but they didn't offer a replacement either.

Gas station, grocery store, hardware store all in one! Close to us out here in rural North Carolina!read more

Great staff and the selection of hardware is outstanding! Shelby has way more specific items than…read moreLowe's does. Sure if you have a typical standard size item you're looking for then the box stores will work. But why go there when you can support local businesses and find that funky sized spring or unique bolt!? They have the standard stuff too so don't worry about not finding what you need. Shelby Hardware is great and I'll continue to be a loyal customer. Keep it local!

I decided to make this the last stop on my little Yelp tour today! Talk about nice ,friendly,…read morehometown folks; I was very warmly greeted upon entry. The store owner ( an older guy like myself) decided to escort me around his near perfect hardware business. He explained each item that I was interested in with knowledge and precision. Absolutely no pressure to buy anything at all. As he described each item it was with a passion like he was talking about an old friend! He had a ton of nice stuff and it was priced fairly and competitive with big box places! I don't recall ever being treated more nicely anywhere! I highly recommend!