Everyone at the store was very helpful. I was having the entire apartment painted. They took care…read moreof everything and had it all waiting for when my painter came to pick it up. I highly recommend them and Benjamin Moore paint.

I stopped in yesterday to buy a few paint samples to try out in some rooms I'm having repainted…read more They sell half-pints of paint so that worked out well. It was $6-8 per half pint so not too expensive and it's better than just hoping you'll actually like the color once it's on the wall. All the employees were very very helpful. I was in and out within 10 minutes. And I loved the colors, so now I've got a bit extra for touch-up jobs.

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.

Clark Devon Hardware store is by far the best hardware store and has now proven to have a great…read moremanager in Sine. I had an unexpect incident with a staff member and Sine intervined and did a professional course correction. He did not defend wrong, he corrected it at all cost. This gentleman has earn a high level of repect from me. Rommel Taylor Vice President Savocchi Glass Chicago-Miami-Carribean

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.

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.

Neighborhood store on Lawrence in Chicago. Good people work there like good neighbors. Good…read moreselection and prices.

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.

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!

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.

Very sincere, helpful owner. Prices are about right. It is nice to walk in and show the owner…read morewhat you're looking for. He walks you right there, and you leave all in about 15 mins

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!

I have been buying plants from this garden place since they were small business 15-20 years ago…read more They have the best annuals and perennials since I came to know they have their own grower in Michigan. They also have some novelty plants for gifting properly planted in an awesome style. Most of my heavy planters are still with me 15 years ago which shows quality product. They maintain their sept./oct. sale for planters and Christmas decor. Their staff are always helpful and respectful. They respect the community so they device their ways to maintain traffic flows on weekends.

We go several times a summer at least and it's always a treat! The staff are awesome - especially…read moreFran in trees! She is the BEST. Check out staff is a bunch a great young friendly people who make the long lines a breeze'! Highly recommend! At least to buy a special thing or two and browse!