Sue Nelson Design was my go to source for paints, finishes, supplies and fun Christmas ornaments…read morewhile we lived in Kent. More important was her smile, expert advise and always helpful staff. She also upholstered a large headboard I made that still looks like new 15 years later. Having moved tom New Albany Ohio in 2016 I still haven't found a replacement for her knowledge and expertise. We wish Rick, Sue and family best wishes in retirement and all good things in this next chapter! Bob & Joyce Lovell.

The very best Christmas tree ornaments are for sale here every year! I've been shopping here for…read moreunique Christmas ornaments for more than 10 years and always find gorgeously detailed, heirloom-quality items for my tree and beautiful ones to give as treasured gifts, too. A cool destination during the holidays!

Amazing home decor, very high end quality. Can't wait till they open the vineyard venue next year!read more

This is our 3rd time working with Denise Rideout and the team at Architechural Justice. our…read morekitchen is completed and turned out just as I envisioned with Denise's guidance. From the planning with Denise to the counter install to the new flooring, we had exceptional workmanship and service. The guys took on a huge job with removal of our tile flooring and replacing with LVT and it turned out so nice. They worked with us on our vacation dates and came in while we were away and completed the job. Everyone was very accomodating and the result is a gorgeous new kitchen!! Truly appreciate Denise and her consulting. Everything came together as planned.

Hazel Tree Interiors did an amazing job on framing some of my favorite and sentimental prints;…read morethere are so many options of frames to choose from. Love looking around to see all the unique artwork and always look forward to returning. Steve does a great job assisting you with the process. Sweet small business!

Hazel Tree Interiors js located in the old Norka Futon building just a few blocks away from…read moredowntown Akron. They not only offer interior design and framing services but their showroom is always filled with unique artwork and furnishings from local artists. I've visited their showroom a few times and each time I'm amazed at their beautiful merchandise on display. The owners of Hazel Tree are fun and friendly. They will always welcome you with a smile. I recommend this place if you are shopping for somebody who has everything or just looking for a gift for yourself that is one-of-a-kind.

HTZ Construction is a top notch company. Adam and Lori, the owners, lead a team of total…read moreprofessionals. Adam, Lori and every one of their employees went above and beyond to make sure that we were happy with our kitchen remodel. I highly recommend them! We look forward to our next project with HTZ Construction.

We were scrambling for a new contractor for our kitchen remodel. We had the design and had already…read morepurchased all of the new cabinets and appliances when our initial contractor flaked out. We found HTZ and they were fabulous working with our design. They were responsive and timely. They made design suggestions that worked better for our space, and were a pleasure to work with. Both owners and crew were courteous from start to finish.

A big "Thank You". This store never disappoints. Super helpful in every way. If you buy something…read morethere you'll b considered a great gift giver. They will even wrap your purchases. Who does that anymore? Wrapped beautifully. Everything from candles to ladies clothes, jewelry, home stuff as well. Thanks to Laurie and Becky

My aunt took me to Laura of Pembroke so I could pick out something for my birthday, and oh my gosh,…read morethere was so much to choose from! My aunt knew they carry Kate Spade, so that is what I immediately gravitated to (it's my favorite brand). We were able to pick out two pieces (a skirt and a top) from Kate Spade at reasonable prices - the top was on sale, which never happens in normal stores! Laura of Pembroke also had Kate Spade jewelry on sale, which I was all around really impressed with because, as I said, Kate Spade rarely goes on sale. Aside from the luxury brands, Laura of Pembroke carries a lot of reasonably priced, unique clothes. The sales associates were friendly and helpful, so I'll definitely make a trip to Laura of Pembroke when I'm back in town!

Five years ago, we had our home renovated by Anthony Slaubaugh. From the start, it was an easy and…read morewelcoming project. They worked with us to develop our plan, make our choices, and follow an explicit schedule to the date and time indicated. We were very impressed with all levels of professionalism. Every person who entered our home treated it and us with respect. They left areas clean & tidy and wore shoe covers when walking through areas needing to be worked in. They undertook a comprehensive renovation, completely transforming three major areas of our home. Thanks to their expertise, we now enjoy a new laundry room, two stunning bathrooms, and a bedroom with walkout access. Our home has been truly transformed, and we couldn't be happier. Fast-forward five years, and we had some plumbing issues. Devastated and worried, we called Anthony. They stand by their product! Within 30 minutes, they had someone fix everything at our home (even though we no longer had our warranty). I didn't know companies and people like this existed anymore. We are beyond grateful for the kindness, professionalism, and beautiful work that Anthony and his company have provided us.

My husband and I are planning to remodel our en suite bathroom. Slabaugh was the first company I…read morecontacted because I live nearby, and I had been following their work on Facebook. Although I was concerned that much of their work, though seemingly well done, was all very similar and somewhat generic (all gray and white), I know that's trendy now, and I figured I'd seek some reassurance that individual (and more creative) tastes could be accommodated. I spoke to the project manager who was responsive enough ... at first. He asked what I was looking for in a contractor and explained the process from design to installation. Everything sounded exactly like what we were looking for. And then ... I asked what the average cost for an en suite bath was. I had already done my research, which revealed that the average cost ranges from $18,000 to $25,000 (according to HomeAdvisor). Because of supply issues, I expected Slabaugh's answer to be a bit higher, but I certainly did not expect the project manager to quote a cost double that! He told me that I could expect to pay just under $60,000! I should also note that this estimate was provided without actually seeing the space. When I expressed surprise by this number, I was NOT provided with any explanation. I wasn't told that supply chain issues had increased the cost by 100% or that they used only top tier materials. There was no explanation about paying subcontractors or difficulty in finding qualified workers. Instead, I could almost hear the shrug over the phone as the project manager said, "Maybe we're not the right fit for you," a comment I found dismissive and condescending." Even so, I suggested that maybe my husband and I could stop by the showroom. I was thinking that perhaps I could get a more satisfactory explanation in person. That's when I found out that's it's only open four days a week until 5 and not at all on weekends. As someone who has a job, I explained that those times didn't work with my schedule. "People work," I said. "What do they do?" He silently shrugged again. "They take the time off." So, if you're looking to spend $20,000 more than you have to, if you want want to be dismissed and condescended to, if you want to adjust your schedule to the company you're hiring, then this might be the company for you. I, on the other hand, found a much more pleasant company with which to work, whose quote (after seeing the space) has come in at between $30,000 and $40,000. The company is still very local and has an amazing showroom. So far, they've been easy to work with and they treat me like I actually matter.

In last few years we have dropped a fair amount of money at Chez Del, however we've decided to move…read moreon. The issue is that far too much of the furniture looks like it came out of local hotels. Gaudy, Mediterranean style. The demographic they seem to be aiming at is 70 years old and above. I'm 63 and their inventory still reminds me of a trip to grandma's house or the lobby of an assisted living facility. There is nothing remotely modern, tasteful or stylish. I'm sure their buyers know their customer's tastes, but their customer base has to be dying off or aging to a point where they have little need for new furniture. I think Chez Del would be wise to update the styles they offer. In fairness, the staff is professional and friendly but I don't envy them having to move this stuff.

Just had to share how much I am in love with the furniture I've purchased from Chez Del in Akron,…read moreOhio! Over the past two years, I've purchased a few fill in pieces for my bedroom, breakfast room, and even an entire living room of furniture at Chez Del's popular summer warehouse event. I've always known exactly what I wanted, having an interior design background myselfl, and been able to make decisions easily. However, it was the purchase of my family room furniture that had me baffeled for the first time. I just couldn't narrow my ideas and decide on the right style and layout. With the help of designer Becky Harrell, my furniture was delivered this week and I am thrilled. Becky worked with me over a year and a half. She was gracious to quote multiple pieces, let me check out umteen samples of fabric and finishes, and never made me feel as undesisive as I knew I was being. She knew I wanted quality and I wanted a great price and so steared me to take advantage of the Chez Del fall upholstery sale. Becky came to the house and measured the room to put it into their design software and show me exactly how the furniture would sit in the room. We thought through all the fabrics and finishes and ultimately decided on a look that fit me, my family and our personality. With tons of family showing up for Christmas, the Chez Del team kept a last minute delivery slot open for me, followed up with manufacturers, and made sure we had furniture for our company. The delivery guys (Keith and Joe) are top notch. I'm a little picky and they took extreme care to cover my floors and carefully placed the furniture; often making slight adjustments to my liking. At installation, Becky informed me that the manufacturer of my sofas had left off a decorative feature I had ordered. Chez Del hired their furniture upholstery person to add the decorative features and handled the issue before I even knew about it. It was done perfectly and without my having to stress about it. That is excellent customer service! Bottom line, the furniture business is a tough one these days as manufacturing has changed a great deal. It's not unusual for the retailer to have to answer to quality issues, delays in shipping expectations, and a whole array of customer satisfaction issues. And, retailers are doing all this at lower margins and more online competetors than ever. Chez Del, their personal touch and expertise, is a gem in this fast changing marketplace. I'll continue to support them and the personal experience!

My husband and I recently had John (owner) come out and give us an in-home estimate. He gave us the…read moreTOTAL price..no hidden fees, no surprises! He was also able to get his team out there and get the job done in a week. We had other estimates (big box stores) and they all stated that there could be additional charges based on "what they found." We ended up getting 3 rooms carpeted and our bath installed with vinyl tile for a bit more than what the big box store quoted just for the Master bedroom & bath! The team that came out was professional and busted their butt to get it done in 1 day! We love our new flooring and are so glad we found National Floor Source. Thanks John!