Yeah, that's right... I fancy a good tool shop every now and again. And I must say - of all the…read moretool shops in Shoreditch, (and there are plenty. Believe.) Leyland is the best. I've just moved flat and I soon learned that my new flat was, how to say, 'well loved, then left to s**t' by the previous tenants. Which is just fine, because I like a good mindless DIY project or 12. So I went in for a few necessities like pliers. And a part for my Hoover. And a US to UK power converter. And super glue. And a phone to DSL splitter thingy. And duct tape. All of which I asked for in that exact language and all of which the helpful staff immediately found for me. Their store is chock full with helpful items that I'm sure all have wonderful purposes unbeknownst to my wildest imagination. They had exactly what I needed and the price was right, so that's all 5-star action for me. SDM must stand for super duper magic. Or at least it should.

Right on! Everyone…read moreshould be so lucky to have a spot like Leyland SDM in their area for the odd fixer-upper or DIY project. And it always seems, even if you don't think it, that these projects appear. I came in looking for: scissors, shims (uneven floors, I'm rolling off the bed!), an exacto knife (apparently lacking all sharp objects when we moved), cleaning supplies and an extension cord/power strip. I was successful in finding all but the shims (surprising, isn't' every flat in London uneven?) -- but found some of those furniture felt pads that should do the trick. The man that helped me was quite nice. Very helpful in leading me around the store on the "shim" mission and showed me downstairs to the lumber area, where they will not cut...but will provide you the saw to cut for yourself. Fair enough. Decent shop for most of your small project needs, including an entire paint section when you feel so inspired!

Rose Locksmith is a good shop that provides good services and are flexible has they can be. They…read morework hard and try to get every job done to great standards. Very helpful! Rose

Oy Vey! Sunday morning, off to India in 6 hours for 3 weeks and realised that I needed some keys…read moremade for a friend, so my mail wouldn't pile up in my building lobby and provide some sort of indicator to probing burglars. Don't fear, Rose's was here! Firstly, I was thankful to find somewhere to get keys cut on a Sunday. Secondly, the staff were really nice and they did a fantastic job cutting key copies where other key cutters had failed. I now visit this shop to get all sorts of hardware and home needs. They carry some particularly lethal drain unclogger which is so strong it is sold in a thick plastic bottle within a heavy cardboard box. The guys here are quite helpful, highly recommended shop!

A Bradbury is everything a local hardware store should be; stuffed with nails, tools and polyfilla,…read morehelpful staff and a resident cat. Purrrrr... I've been here several times for all kinds of help with my little flat, from hanging pictures to sorting out shelves in my bathroom, the A Bradbury fella are always there with the advice and tools that I need. It's not that expensive but it is a small shop so don't expect t find everything you need to build a house here, just the bits to fix it. A Bradbury's has been on Broadway Market for decades and you'll see photos of the store in the 70s hanging up by the till. It's an institution!

Proper old school hardware store. I've lived in the neighbourhood for over 25 years and from the…read moreday I've moved in Bradbury's has had pretty much everything I've needed from light bulbs to screws, fabric dye to humane mouse traps, glue-guns to blackboard paint, hula hoops to Christmas trees. Loads of (crap, trendy) shops have come and gone in the past 10 years but this one does exactly what it says on their banner. You won't be disappointed.

A very useful little shop this one it seems to have everything you need for the home; batteries,…read morepots, pans, blenders, paint, hooks, toasters, torches, tools you name it! I've even gone in to find sewing thread, and potting mix, (not on the same occasion) and was amazed they stocked those too. Their prices are great, and they always seem to have deals on. Their website will give you an idea of what they sell, but note, it doesn't reflect the stock they have instore, so it's best to go in and have a browse yourself.

Unless you want to be robbed, do not shop with Robert Dyas…read more TEN DAYS after an incomplete order, Robert Dyas has still not reimbursed me for the items the company did not deliver. RD charged me for four items and for their express delivery as part of a larger order earlier this month. The lanterns did not arrive. yet I was charged for their delivery. More disingenuously, RD's online communication and receipt pretended that the order had been made. When I complained by telephone and email I was assured that I would be reimbursed for the missing items. TEN DAYS ON, I am still waiting for my money. I will be taking this to Which! and suggest in the meantime that this shop is best avoided.

When it comes to home furnishings I really can't be bothered. It's all transitory, I say, echoing…read morethe character of - yes - Jesus in the immortal work of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. But seriously, who cares about that stuff? The only thing that gives me pause when it comes to cheap home furnishings are the stickers indicating origins, but then I'm only very rarely so flush that I can give a s*** either way. Glickman's is, hands down, my favourite Jewish owned, Muslim operated hardware/homeware shop in London. It helps that it's steps from my flat, but then that's exactly what makes shops like this handy and loveable, non? My entire kitchen is fitted in a combination of Glickmans and the Watney Market Charity Shop. I wouldn't have it any other way. The real payoff, though, are the staff, who are so quietly charming it nearly breaks my heart. I always want to chat more but then I wonder if I might be crossing some kind of line. No matter. I know we're good friends, and they know by the frequency of my visits that I value them endlessly.

Agree wholeheartedly with previous reviewer. My kitchen too has been cobbled together from this…read moreshop and the charity shop across the market. There's days when the staff in this shop feel like the closest thing I have to family in the world--though thank god they'll never know.

I have often been here as it's nearby and has most things. However, this also extends to the…read moreservice, which is frequently cheeky and provocative. I recently bought some screws from surly staff slouched over the counter looking visibly resentful of customers' presence, while others sidled in and out whispering conspiratorially. It felt like a comedy sketch. When I challenged the sweeping declaration made by the assistant about a particular product ('they're all like this' he said), he began interrogating me about how long I had lived in the Barbican, before seriously claiming he knew he was right because he had worked at the shop 'since before the Barbican was built' which was clearly impossible. The guy also failed to provide a receipt (ok, my fault for not asking)! If you want to hear unreformed macho bluff and bluster by knowall white vanmen who assume you're an idiot - the kind of encounter sent up so successfully by comedians Harry and Paul in the hifi shop and perhaps inspired by City Hardware - this is your kind of place. On the other hand, if you're polite, or female (or both), and just want friendly intelligent service, then beware. A bit of banter is fine, Paul, but the days of service like this are surely numbered.

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It seems strange to give a 4 star rating to a shop like this. 4 stars…read moregenerally means to me a place I want to go back to, a place I am enthusiastic about. It is hard to be enthusiastic about the kind of wares this shop sells. Wowa carbon monoxide detector.humane mouse traps? Awesome!....Solar illuminated Blue Tit! Wwhat? No seriously.what?!? Anyway I am giving it 4 because if you haven't got the means, energy or the will to head to a massive shop outside the city, then this is the place you will find the most variety of household products and DIY stuff. This branch is on 2 floors and I don't think I have ever not been able to find that which I went in for.

Unless you want to be robbed, do not shop with Robert Dyas…read more TEN DAYS after an incomplete order, Robert Dyas has still not reimbursed me for the items the company did not deliver. RD charged me for four items and for their express delivery as part of a larger order earlier this month. The lanterns did not arrive. yet I was charged for their delivery. More disingenuously, RD's online communication and receipt pretended that the order had been made. When I complained by telephone and email I was assured that I would be reimbursed for the missing items. TEN DAYS ON, I am still waiting for my money. I will be taking this to Which! and suggest in the meantime that this shop is best avoided.

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

Everytime I visit Spitalfields, I always end up in this shop. Eight Sq harbour a collection of…read morevintage chic home decor and furniture. From storage units to cute little things to hang up on your wall. Everything in it is "soooo me". If I had a bigger room, I'm sure I'd empty out their store. If you're a fan of Sass & Belle, then you'll definitely be a fan of this cute little shop. However, I personally find it a bit on the pricey side (I'm not rich you know!). Nonetheless, it's worth a look around and you might find something you've been looking for!

Eight Square is a gorgeous shop in Spitalfields. It has some of the most beautiful furniture…read moreincluding bespoke chairs upholstered in luxurious fabrics. They have some exotic pieces as well as contemporary shabby-chic looking furniture. The French chandeliers here are just gorgeous and they sometimes have the most huge, amazing mirrors. The owner also brings in artworks by local artists to sell in her shop (I presume the owner is a woman because it's so feminine and beautiful). They also stock the practical items such as linen baskets etc and they have beautiful ornaments and trinkets as well. I absolutely love this shop-it's stunning and the prices match the quality of the products. Some are expensive and some not as expensive. The staff are very friendly and welcoming as well. It's a great shopping experience.