One of the only places in the area where you can order high-end wallpaper without hiring an outside…read moreinterior designer. Knowledgeable about brands and they follow up. They have a great selection of paints too, including metallics.

Second time (trying) to purchase wallpaper from Thybony on Clark:…read more Day 1: Arrived at store at 5:45pm (website says hours are until 6:30pm); I was advised they were shutting down and "interior designer" made it clear I wasn't getting help today. I actually picked something out quickly and told her I had my measurements, but she insisted I needed to re-measure. Again, she made it clear I needed to call back the next day as I was apparently interrupting her exit. Day 2: Left message at 8:45am with measurements again and to ask price. Day 2: Called back at 12:30pm and talked to same person I left message for and saw the day before; she said she wasn't sure if she got my message, and realized she never checked pricing. She promised she would check pricing and also confirm if I could return an unused roll, and call me back that day. Of course, no call back. Day 3: Called at 10:15am and she (the person I had talked to before) wasn't there. Apparently the other wallpaper person was supposed to be there at 9, but according to the person who answered the phone said he didn't show up. What is this place and why are they so arrogant? It's apparently full of people who act like they are doing you a favor by even looking at you.

Best locally owned hardware store in the city. Clark Devon Hardware is one of the classics as far…read moreas hardware. It has a lot of the typical household items like bathroom fixtures and that type of stuff. Find things also for businesses. The prices are higher than other places but it's better to buy locally. A lot of history about it. It's an important part of Rogers Park and recognizable for the big clock with the wrenches. This business has been around over 100 years. Pretty impressive. While there's lots of the typical products like nuts and bolts, there's also the power tool and equipment rentals. If needing something like that and you aren't planning on using it again after that then this is where to go. The store can be hard to find things but the staff is friendly and helpful. For a locally owned hardware store it has pretty good finds. It's located at the intersection in the name of course so that helps a lot. There's all the usual household items as well as power equipment and rentals.

Big box stores... I'm not going to name names, but you know the ones. They come in orange, blue,…read moreand, as I've discovered after moving to the Midwest, even green. The slogans and jingles are memorable, and all is good and fine until you need to visit one. Let me guess, it goes something like this: You walk in looking for an item and an associate who can help you. You see someone in paint, but know they can't leave their post, so you continue looking. Aha! A person! Oh wait, that's a cardboard cutout. (This actually happened to me recently at a big box.) Finally, you find someone, and they tell you where to find the item in question. Only, the entire endeavor took way too long, meanwhile, the house is a mess while you're gallivanting the aisles. Enter Clark Devon Hardware. As soon as you walk in, you are greeted and offered assistance. Even if you are just browsing, others will ask you along the way. If you do ask for help, you will either be taken to the item or shown to a person who can help (as in, 'ask this person right over here,' who sees and waves). The team at Clark Devon is knowledgeable, kind, and no nonsense. They know you have things to do and places to be. They will be happy to help you and send you on your merry way. Clark Devon may not be the prettiest hardware store, and perhaps the big boxes may even have slightly cheaper prices (this is unconfirmed). However, it is my go-to for all hardware and home improvement needs, not only out of a desire to support a locally owned business, but because customer service counts for something too. If I am to offer one smidgen of feedback, it's that I wish they were open until later in the evening. For sometimes you come back from work and discover the closet rod has snapped in two, and you need parts to replace and fix.

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This is the ONLY place that sells Weiman Cooktop Cleaner Paste for half the price what Lowe's and…read moreAmazon charges. Every hardware store sells the liquid but the paste is what hardcore Polish cleaning ladies use--and you don't argue with Polish cleaning ladies. This is a bit of a hike for me to get to but well worth it for nostalgia because we all love an old school hardware store.

Walked in with no idea of what I needed, walked out with all of it! Super friendly staff, great…read moreselection, just a little low on stock. Would recommend!

Well, had a night and day experience here with two different workers that would lead me to rate one…read morefive stars and one zero stars. There's a solid selection of material you'll need for most general home upkeep. Prices are really fair compared to Home Depot and Menards. I called ahead and spoke with the friendly worker, who even saved what I needed at the front for my first stop there because it was such a rush. It's an easy to access place and dogs are welcome! I left really pleased with this place and had it on my mind for a second project. The second time I visited... oof. When I asked about an issue and showed photos about potential materials to buy, I was told to have someone come out and pay for it because I didn't "look or sound excited about my project. He was very crass and told me I wouldn't understand what he was "so easily" speaking to me. So there's that. If I know what I'm needing and have no doubts, I'll definitely come back here. If I have doubts, I'll be hesitant to ask based on who's working that day.

If you are looking for an extremely helpful and reasonable paint store, look no further. This is…read moreit!! At this Sherwin Williams store, located at 6158 M Lincoln Ave, Chgo, they have everything you need from paint and supplies to wallpaper and the most helpful customer service. I worked with David, the manager and Nate. I highly recommend them and they always thoroughly followed up on everything that I needed. There were some snafus with my wallpaper order (not from them, but from the wallpaper company) and they were very diligent and kept me in the loop with everything that was going on with the delayed order. I previously went to the Niles store on Milwaukee Ave in Niles, and they too were helpful, but David and Nate are extremely professional and knowledgeable. Thank you both and I will be back with any paint/wallpaper needs!!

I used the online ordering and picked up in store. There is a phone number posted and they will…read morebring to car. I went in to pick out a brush. Workers were super helpful. Cashmere paint covers in one coat. Joined their rewards program and got 30% off . I'll be back

Kim's Hardware is a classic mom & pop hardware that keeps the neighborhood running. The majority of…read moremy neighbors shop at Kim's Hardware for obvious reasons. The staff is knowledgeable and willing to help however they can. They actually pick up their phone so you can call in advance to confirm they have what you need. Anytime I need something for a home repair I instantly think of Kim's Hardware. They have the majority of what you need for basic repairs. They also have a large selection of luggage (big and small). They even offer window screen repair services. I needed to get my screens replaced for a few years and I finally visited Kim's Hardware and they were able to make the repairs in a few days. They also made sure the screen color remained the approved HOA color. My screen repair was reasonably priced.

A long time ago around 2025 this place nickel and dimed me…read more I ordered small cheap items like screws and stuff for a project at home. Thankfully I asked for a receipt. 1 day later, after working on the project some of the items I purchased were not the correct screws. It was then I noticed multiple and I mean almost several small extra charges of 1 cent to10 cents back to back on my receipt. These charges had no explanation. They were clearly malicious made up charges to make extra money off me. It was the son and dad thst overcharged me. I remember who was at the counter. I returned to Kims hardware to not only get the correct items but also to be refunded for the extra charges. I spoke to the son and father and I represented myself with great politeness, respect and professionalism towards them. They did NOT return the favor. I mean wow, they got really nasty towards me. Rude, very loud, and disrespectful. The son was the one who over charged me in the 1st place. The father was at first going to give me my refund but was a bit hesitant. Their was a slight language barrier but he was still really grumpy about it and then he got his son over instead of giving me the 2bucks and they both double teamed me for 5-7m straight. Tried making me feel stupid and using my age against me as many people think im 21yrs old. The son mentioned my education, why am I making a big deal over two bucks, no refunds allowed. Tried saying that I should've mentioned it when it happened and it's too late. That it was probably taxes or fair charges. When I started mentioning im a manager at a retail store, I know what chicago taxes are down to the exact number and I stated my age and my father being a tradesman, their confidence started to buckle. I also stated the law, the better business bureau, started to break down the receipt and what I actually bought and showed the same products on the shelves and what they cost and proved I was given hidden extra charges. After about the 6th minute of them quite literally belitting me, yelling at me and being mean and me holding it down and mentioning this is illegal the father threw the 2 bucks or so down at the table and started speaking in his native tongue to his son complaining. I told them multiple times to just do the right thing. Whats fair and just. Why argue and be mean. The son didnt care about any of that. I truly wish I wrote this review when it was fresh because I recall the son saying very specific mean things to me. They did all of this while customers were in the store and co workers were watching. As I prepared to walk out a worker that was listening apologized I had to go through that and said, "you're not the first person they did that to. Its happened multiple times. People getting overcharged, wanting to exchange or refund things. They try denying it and get all rude and mean". It's a shame really because my 1st day their was pretty chill. The asian dude with the long hair seemed nice to me when I first went there and helped me find my items even though they were the wrong items and he did not understand my issue when presented. The son who at the time had a shaved or bald head and the father are both nickle and dimers. Be wary. Check your receipt before leaving. Take your time and do the math. Someone should audit these guys. I'm pretty sure they are breaking a few laws and im pretty sure the IRS would love to take a look at them. If anyone doesnt like scammers, help report Kims Hardware to the necessary departments.

This is a really good hardware store not too far from our apartment. We only needed one thing, but…read morethe employee helped us find it right away. Will definitely be coming back here for any home improvement things I need.

Lakeview Ace Hardware had friendly, fast, and helpful service. I needed an extra key for my…read moreapartment and I was in and out of the store within 5 minutes with a new key on my key ring. I don't recall the exact total but it was less than $5. The employees were kind and helpful too.

My wife and I are preparing for some fairly extensive painting at our new home and required…read moreprofessional guidance on paint and primer types for all that we were planning to accomplish. Wally was able to provide us the expertise and advice that we required. He helped calm our nerves and talk us through everything that we would need. Wally had our paint ready to take home with us within minutes to ensure we could get started right away. I would absolutely recommend this location and more specifically recommend working with Wally on your next project.

My company needed a lot of a particular stain and we were having difficulty finding it in stock…read moreanywhere. Jay and Xavier went ABOVE AND BEYOND over the course of two weeks to make it happen and I cannot say how impressed I am at that level of service. Wonderful customer service! Thanks for all of your help guys!