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.

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.

Very pleasant and helpful. Reasonable prices. Endless selection. They had all the things I was…read morelooking for

Very rude people in this shop. Loads of stuff in the shop with narrow shelves. Inconsistent pricesread more

Large hardware store tucked away in the back streets of Halstead…read more Sells all sorts of things to do with DIY. Good range of paints & wallpapers as well as general household goods. Car park which can be difficult to get in and out of ! Also sells garden equipment, wood and fencing. Well worth a visit rather than going to a big out of town DIY store