Not only is the stock limited and overpriced, the staff here amuse themselves at being asked if the…read moresell nuts and a two and a half inch screw. Childish and I did not even get what I went in there for.

If you like soul less hardware stores like B&Q, you go there. If you would prefer a friendly,…read morehelpful service go to Howard Bros. They can't stock everything but do have a myriad of products. I have used this store for 95% of the items I needed to refurbish my house. They have provided recommended plumbers and plasterers, all of whom have been first rate. On one occasion, the owner even gave me a lift home with my shelves. Now that's service! I just wanted to add that, in my view, we and our council reps need to create laws/rules to ensure that a resonable % of shops are independents (i.e. interesting - remember interesting venues? I do). Do we want just StarBucks and Costa Coffee shops? - No (unless you are a drone). SB and CC are probably good businesses in their own right but we just want (nay, need) variety. End of sermon.

Plough Homecraft Co. makes me want to pick up a hardhat and start laying bricks. It is a…read moreconstruction and hardware mecca. The store carries paint, light fixtures and everything you can possibly need for a build or for renovations to your home. I was helped as soon as I walked into the store by friendly and super knowledgeable staff. I got some obscure light fixtures that I couldn't find at any major popular store here for £2 a pop. I really appreciated my shopping experience at this place and would come back to buy a hammer anytime.

Woe is me!! I have been going to Plough Homecraft for all my interior decorating needs for the last…read more30 years and can honestly say they are the best in all areas, be it sound constructive advice, superb customer service and vast array of materials - if they don't have it in stock, they will get it for you and, if they don't have an answer to your DIY query, they know someone who does (having said this, they knew the answer to all my queries over the last 30 years!!). Unfortunately I have now moved to Ipswich and am sad to say "There is no place like Home(craft)" here which is truly my loss!! So all you lucky London DIY peeps should visit them for all your DIY needs - I wish I was still round the corner!! Posted by Sharon Barton - formerly of East Dulwich, London.