There's not that many local hardware stores around anymore, they seem to be a thing of the past so…read moreI'm happy to see this one still going strong. Its no Bunnings but to be honest I much prefer it - they have everything you'd need and maybe the selection isn't as big but the service is way more personal and I'm a fan of keeping local businesses running. They have a key-cutting service which is helpful for our household as not everyone remembers to put keys in the key basket (don't get me started) so I quite often have to pop down here to get more made. Their point of difference is probably that they have a really good plant/garden area out the front and are really helpful about tips for vege gardens in particular. They also have a baby-proofing section that is turning out to be much more handy than I ever knew it could be!

This is the best hardware store i have been in. The service is outstanding nothing is too much…read morehassel and the staff all have a huge amount of practical knowledge. Yoj can also buy just 1 screw if that is all you need.

I visited the paint shop in Mitre 10 two days ago. The young…read moreblond lady with a smile said" good morning SIR how can I help you. Normally you are addressed as "mate". As a elder person I appreciate the respect and kindness she treated me with. May you prosper in Mitre 10. Good on you young lady.

This is a massive Mitre 10 Mega shop, so it offers an amazing range of products and services. It…read morehas a bit of an awkward entrance at the moment, though I think this might be temporary becouse it is undergoing construction or something like that. At this mega store you can get absolutely everything that you need for your home. If you are wanting to build, repair, restore or create something for the home or even garden then you can get everything you need here. And becouse this store is fairly new it means that their product range is very current, and that they are offering the newest of everything that Mitre 10 has available. The staff are very friendly and efficient, they will let you be on your way but are always on your case to see if you are all sorted for what you came in for, not in a pushy way though which is nice.

I find the the Bunnings Warehouse staff really helpful when you go in with a DIY problem. From…read morepainting to gardening they have guys (mostly) who are willing to give you the time to sort out a solution. I really like their garden section - not just for plants but also a really good range of pots, mixes and things like stones etc.

I love Bunnings. Do you remember, as a kid, that fresh paper smell whenever you got a new…read morestationary order at school? I get that feeling whenever i step into Bunnings. First of all unless you're a die hard expert, you do a cursory exploration of no more than five minutes before asking someone. Yes it's a practically a man cave and asking for directions is against a creed, but in this case it will get you to the goodies faster. The staff are so helpful, you can interrupt anyone and they just smile at you and don't show the levels of frustration associated with constant interruptions. I had to return something recently and it took around 20 seconds to arrange. Bunnings in Glenfield has great parking and is really well located, the place is clean and they almost always have a mass of checkout staff to ensure you can use more of your day. If you're looking for DIY this is the place

This place is a solid reliable hardware, plant and timber store to buy generic items. They stock an…read moreok range of everything you need for DIY and have an average cafe. The range is sometimes a bit limited, for instance the power tools and the staff often don't know anything about the products. I have an account here and often times the discounted price is less than 1% off. I prefer shopping at Mitre 10 as this store is pretty good as far as Bunnings go but still not as clean and organised as Mitre 10. The returns policy is well implemented here, they don't even ask you why you are returning anything!

Hammer Hardware is a very rare type of chain store. By that I mean that it feels like anything but…read morea chain store. It is one of those places that you can guarantee you'll be greeted by amazing staff all over the country. Hammer Hardware's slogan is 'It's your local' and I couldn't agree more. Other than being a staple in even the smallest of towns in NZ, all the guys who work there feel like one of your neighbours who's door you can knock on whenever you need a hand. I love my local HH. Generally I walk in and just stand there looking around until someone comes to my rescue. The place is jam-packed with stuff, with everything, so it can be tricky to find stuff - especially when you describe something as 'that doodacky thing that screws those little bumpy things'. Somehow these guys always know what i'm talking about. Love Hammer Hardware - head in an support these little guys. They need protecting from those massive warehouse places!

Started at similar store next door and no help whatsoever... so grateful to meet Jerry who was…read moreamazing on all levels, customer service was outstanding and his expert knowledge sorted my project at an affordable price! Will be going straight to Mitre 10 from now on.

Great friendly service from staff with great knowledge of the products available in their store…read more On three occasions at different locations, I was asked by three separate staff members if they could assist me. They were able to give me advice on LED spotlights, the location of their bug zappers and also where I could find AA batteries. Very reasonable prices and the best thing is that Mitre 10 is New Zealand owned. Great facilities. Clean. Great layout. Uncluttered. Wide aisles. Massive range of products with great options. Friendly check out staff. Air New Zealand Airpoints affiliation. Definitely coming back.

Service are very good Recommend them any time. Not Albany though as I had some issues there with…read moremanagement a while ago.

The place to go for all things DIY. This place is huge. The 'other' giant brand of superstore is…read moreright next door. Today it's a weedeater I'm after and there's a big selection to choose from. The staff are easy to find and happy to get a more knowledgable person if they think it will help. That's pretty good service. Tempted to go next door to see if the pricing is any different between the two stores.

I'm told guys go nuts for this place but I just don't get it…read more... Bunnings is a one-stop shop. It's housed in a HUGE warehouse where they have everything from heated towel rails to outdoor ovens to 2x4. It would be an absolute haven for DIYers but to me it just looks like a whole lot of work! Leave that stuff to the professionals, I say.... Despite my indifference to hardware and power tools, the service at Bunnings is exemplary. They have a "greeter" at the door and staff spotted around the store to help point you in the right direction, which is just as well given the size of the place. I'd imagine a place like Bunnings would be quite stressful to someone like a first home buyer so it's comforting that their staff have warm smiles and can-do attitudes. If have to make a trip to Bunnings, I suggest you do the following two things to make your trip infinitely more enjoyable: 1) Go in the weekend and take coins. There's a sausage sizzle out front that, trust me, you don't want to miss. 2) Dress warm, like scarves and hats and maybe even gloves warm. This is place an ice box in winter.