I first visited Murdock Mendelsohn about 23 years ago, and my visit this past week took me back in…read moretime, you could say. Most yelpers will probably never have a reason to visit this store. They sell store fixtures - clothing racks and size dividing tags, mannequins, glass display cabinets, and other odds and ends. 23 years ago, they sold lots more - including a huge year round Christmas room where once I needed a tabletop Christmas tree in June for a money tree gift for a wedding. Yep, they had it. Mrs. Mendelsohn once convinced me to purchase a huge pack of tissue paper will all sorts of bad abstract floral prints on it, I mean tons of it, for something like $5. I used that tissue for, well, I still have some if you need it. I've also been known to purchase a huge commercial roll of gift wrap, again super cheap, but that print I tired of and gave away long ago. If you need a life size cardboard cut out of George W. Bush, Elvis, or Darth Vadar - this is your place. If you need a large disco ball, got it. This past visit they were displaying several strands of small mirrored shapes connected by fishing line that hung from the ceiling. I don't know why in the world I'd ever need that, but they are $8 if you have a use for them. (And if you do, let me know what you're going to do with them, because I really wanted to buy some, too, but couldn't think of a practical use!) This is now where I go to buy accessories for the silent auctions I manage - those black velvet displays for necklaces, earrings, and bracelets - ever wondered where people buy those? Now you know. This store isn't much to look at, and the location isn't the best on Dickerson Road - but they've been there forever. They are nice people, and this family owned small business is clearly suffering of late - and now they don't sell much of the decorations anymore since eveyrwhere does, too. But if you need a mannequin, or jewelry display holder, or a large assortment of matching gift boxes or bags... and you don't want to pay retail, then head on over.

Max's knowledge of the fixture business is second to none. He has saved me a lot of money by…read moresteering me away from using the wrong products for my application. Now I don't worry about having to spend double the time and money redoing my work.

Just wow. Amazing store and employees. Hadn't been since '98. What a building and lot. Fair price…read moreon farmers fence plank. 4/4 board. 16'. Vary straight

I thought I would give an update in the times of pandemic:…read more During Covid-19, there's a guy sitting outside and a very large sign that says "stay in your car." Obviously I missed the stay in your car sign because I'm blind but the guy informed me from a good distance that the current method of getting stuff is to call the number, pay via credit card, and they will run it out to you. This done, I got the part needed to stop hot water from flooding my basement. I probably got it slightly faster than I would have had I wandered in looking for it.

They never have enough guys at the counter and you always have to stand around and wait. Then they…read moreoften don't have what you need.

After a not so great contractor experience this group of folks came to our rescue and took control…read moreof the situation regardless of the fact that they were not at fault. I am grateful to them for stepping up and will recommend them over any other source moving forward. Getting ready to start another project and they are guaranteed our business. Thank you Bailey for finally taking the initiative to close this chapter, I appreciate you!!

Summary: Some human errors more than compensated for by EXTRAORDINARY customer service. Employees…read morecut a piece short, and then mischarged. I went back and talked to owner, who apologized, had correct items cut, refunded my entire original purchase AND gave me a coupon for a future discount. Plus, he thanked me for being good enough to bring the issues to his attention. Will definitely do business with this small business.

If you are looking for any kind of metal for fabrication or projects you need to come here. The…read morehave a scrap area where you can usually find larger pieces they have cut off of custom cuts that are still large enough for most projects. The uncut metal will be more expensive and they do charge per cut if you need it custom cut. Don't be afraid to ask to walk to the shop area and dig around in the scrap bins, you never know what you will find.

first of all I will say they are pricey, but if you need something and need it quick, this is where…read moreyou come. oh, their catalog can also be used as a wheel chock for semi rigs, it is prolly 5-6 inches thick. The amazing part is they have soooooooo much stuff I cant even begin to list stuff as it would take a year or so. So, check them out online or call the toll free number and get your handyman on!