A groupon brought me here, and I think I'll stick with the hardware store in the future. I was…read moreignored when I went in to get paint chips. When I came back to get paint, the person wasn't very helpful when asked questions about brushes and didn't check the color's accuracy against the paint chip. Also, nothing has price tags, which makes shopping awkward. The only thing giving them 2 stars instead of 1 is that the paint was high quality. Covered in one coat, and I like the color.

I love being able to avoid Lowes and Home Depot, so this local paint store is right up my alley…read more They carry mostly Benjamin Moore, one of the best paints on the market. It is easy to access the paint samples and there is even a nice table/chairs where you can lay out your project. Another good thing to know is that they also carry wallpaper books The staff is kind of hands off, it is true, unless specifically addressed with a question. I think this comes from dealing with a lot of contractors and designers that already know their stuff. I LOVE being left alone with my own thoughts and I am not really into a baby sitting session. A few times I spotted a helpless customer trying to match some piece of fabric to paint and I helped them match it up real quick so they didn't have to wait for help. Another tip is that they sell large painted swatches and small paint testers. I am a fan.

Who doesn't love a good bucket of paint?…read more Seriously, I know almost nothing about the stuff, but the guy at Spectrum was just the best waiting on me and my daughter today. She brought in a Pantone color guide, he picked out paint that matched it exactly, advised us on what brands and what they'd deliver, helped us pick out some detail brushes and provided advice on getting the job done. Everything we could ask for. He even had a decent sense of humor--not what you might expect in a paint store chap. The store is well lit and clean, inventory is stocked well and things seem easy to find. Someone cares. I recommend them. Would I come back and buy more? In a heartbeat. I keep hearing they're the best in town and now I see why. Drumroll... as the first to review them after likely being on Yelp for years, "Ladies and Genteeeeelmennnn, Spectrum Paint!" "Hello, knock-knock, anyone there???" OK, so reviewing a paint store isn't exactly as exciting as reviewing a fine Charcuterie, Speakeasy or the martinis at your favorite watering hole. Well, these folks are really nice and they deserve 5-stars. That's my review and I'm sticking by it.

I highly recommend anyone to stop in for all your painting needs! Joe and the staff go above and…read morebeyond to satisfy everyone to homeowners to large businesses! Great place to get high quality products and answers to all your painting questions!

I just want to send a belated thank-you to everyone at Waldo Hardware for always being there to…read moreanswer my questions, guide me in my purchases, and assist me in any homeowner's dilemmas. On this recent visit, I especially want to recognize Mike L. I was working on a church project and, not being creative, was stuck regarding how to fix ribbons to a pole. He showed me several displays of hardware around the store that might serve my needs. After looking in three different areas, we found exactly the right item! And then I needed an enzymatic drain cleaner, and he walked me through the specifics of the various brands for sale, going through the details until we found just the right one for my needs. MANY thanks to Mike L. for his knowledge of hardware and home upkeep items, for his persistence in searching various areas until we found exactly the right item, and for his friendly, patient and welcoming attitude as we searched together. Thank you for such a pleasant shopping experience! Your great customer service is the reason I return to Waldo Hardware FIRST!

Updating my review as this has lowkey become a great, go-to hardware store. Despite living a…read morehandful of miles north, we discovered it when looking to get somewhere via ebike and the Trolley Trail, and it's been kind of great ever since. I've brought my pup in here as she continues to need some socialization and it always goes well. One time the clerks had their dog too and they became fast friends. This store really packs quite a bit into it. Of course it won't be as sizable as a Home Depot, but man oh man is the experience world's better. I found every single thing on my list which was great. It's closest size comparison to me would be the Ace in Westport, but hey guess what, you don't have to fear for your life in KC's worst intersection if you come here! It's easy to park in the lot out front, off of the always-busy 75th Street. My kids love it because they have a gumball machine, whoopie cushions, and other classics from back in the day when the world was making real attempts to be fun. I think I might even go out of my way again to come back to this spot more regularly.. nice place.

The only place to match our house paint then years later have us in their system so we can buy more…read moreno one does that. over heard some crazy things about covid by their employees which wasnt appropriate at the work place but other than that great store

After three weeks of unanswered phone calls, messages and an in-store visit,…read moreI have decided to write this review if for no other reason than to feel better after venting. A few years ago, I purchased over 20 gallons of Ultra Spec paint from this location only to discover that it started peeling in less than 5 years. I shared this information with the store manager and he told me this paint should never be recommended for painting steel pipe. I was then given a contact name and number for a Benjamin Moore representative who could tell me why the coats of paint failed. But again, after numerous phone calls and messages, no one returned my calls. In fact, when I was in the store today another customer overheard my complaint and agreed that this representative was worthless. So it appears this particular paint store has no interest in standing behind their products, especially the ones they recommended for my use. Terri W. 9/23/24

I'm not a big fan of Benjamin Moore paint to begin with, but I started a project with some leftover…read morepaint and needed more. I tried Ace Hardware first because the people at this location are usually unfriendly, but Ace was out of what I needed. I went to Spectrum and they said the product was out of stock and took down my information for a special order. I called nearly 2 weeks later wondering if my paint came in and they had no record of my order. Turns out they had it in stock all along! Grrrr. I went to get it and asked for some kind of discount because they screwed up--a paintbrush, 5% off-- something for my inconvenience. They said it was a new employee and they don't give discounts for mistakes. I've worked retail for many years and this is such a crazy policy. I won't come here again and we'll stick with Sherwin Williams from now on.

This is our go to place for Benjamin Moore paint. The color selection for the brand is excellent…read more We have tried Ultra Spec 500, Regal, Aura, and Advance (used for woodwork). Ultra Spec 500 is definitely the best for walls. Regal and Aura are overpriced and tend to drip to due paint viscosity, so I wouldn't use these lines unless you plan on having your home professionally painted. Advance tends to drip as well, so you will need to practice if you plan on using it yourself. Otherwise, I would recommend hiring a professional painter to apply Advance. There seems to be some pricing discrepancies each time I buy in the store. Sometimes they will apply a painter's discount and other times will charge me full price. I have addressed the problem with the store manager on a couple of occasions. My only real complaint is they tend to ignore customers in the store unless they are professional painters. Of course, they make more money on these customers, but they should at least acknowledge a customer when he or she comes in and say how long it will be before they help them. I saw one woman sitting at a table for over 20 minutes without help. Not acceptable. I have gotten to the point that I just write my order down, place it on the counter, and then go to Einstein Bagels to get something to eat. By the time I come back, my order is typically ready.

This place is run like a zoo with little to no staff. The selection is either poor or comically…read moreoverpriced. They didn't have what I came for and then I had to awkwardly pass everyone in line to leave because they route everyone out like they're loading cattle onto a truck. The Euston's Hardware down the street in Prairie Village has far superior service and prices. Plus it's not like trying to go the other way for a roller coaster line to leave(!)

I am curious to see how the layout for this store was planned out. I'm 99% sure they had an…read moreorganized stack of cards, fumbled them on the floor, scattered them around some more and said, "Yeah this layout will work." It's the biggest hodgepodge design I've witnessed. Additional bummer: This hardware store listed the deck stain I need online, so I drove out only to find they didn't have it. Not that many staff members had masks during the pandemic, the store is cramped, and just has a weird vibe overall. I'm glad this isn't my neighborhood hardware store, and if it was, I'd take the extra few minutes to go down to Euston Hardware instead.

OK. I might be biased because I am an Account Manager for Spectrum Paint, but I just had to point…read moreout how Jonathan went above and beyond the call of duty to take care of my customer. He came in early enough on a Saturday morning to take a rather large customer delivery before the store opened at 8 so he could be back to open on time. We have the best team members that go above and beyond on a daily basis, but I just had to point out this extraordinary effort. Good job. Keep up the good work.

These guys were so kind and helpful! They went above and beyond. My gift card wouldn't work so…read moreDamon called the company himself to figure it out. They also helped me figure out what paint type to use because I only had the number.

The service in this store is outstanding. So helpful and patient. As a newbie to DIY home…read moreimprovement projects, I am most grateful for all their assistance. They have provided valuable recommendations not only for products to use but also on how to best use them. They are and will definitely be my go to for all my painting needs.

Easily one of my favorite reasons to visit Brookside. If you're looking for something specific,…read morethen you're going to have to find it amongst all the other cool STUFF. I love the mix of whimsical, satirical, and locally-themed merchandise. There is always something seasonal whether that is late-year holidays, spring decor, or nifty merch in line with the local sportsball teams. You can easily spend wayyyy too much time in here, maybe leafing through some fun books or admiring the handmades & artisanal jewelry. Their jewelry section, which is mostly earrings and accent rings, is sourced from artisans both locally and regionally. I tend to pick up a stocking stuffer here just about every time I'm in because I know I'm not going to find those exact pieces anywhere else. Detail: the up-cycled clothes, such as Chiefs-themed distressed jeans, are ridiculously cool. The prices may be a touch more here and there, but you aren't likely to find some of those items elsewhere and therein lies the real value. Add in that the staff is always friendly and welcoming and the whole place has a happy feel. Parking is, well, Brookside, so get out and browse. Just know that your browsing may end up being more of an extended visit, just like when we stop in.

Don't miss this store at ANY time of the year, as it's an ever-changing Wonderland chockfull of…read morethings you will love! And they support and donate to some great local causes, including KCUR and KU's reknowned cancer center. On this day, STUFF was stuffed to the gills with wonderful items, and a fairyland for Christmas shopping! You couldn't ask for a better place to find unique and artisan-made items, including jewelry, home decor items, books, candles, ornaments, glassware, and some of the best greeting cards you'll ever find. There are fanciful, fun, frivolous, practical, fragrant, wearable, beautiful, gift-able things to please every age, aesthetic, and gender. Of particular note is a beautifully designed-and-created by the proprietors collection of sweaters in aqua and red that would delight anyone, but especially Kansas City's WSL fans. On this day, the shop was also stuffed to the gills with shoppers, AND there were plenty of available, knowledgeable, helpful customer service personnel, including the owners and founders of "a store called STUFF"!

Wow! What quick service! I was in and out in 15 minutes. Jordan was able to help me pick out what I…read moreneeded and offered me some different price points. Glad to have a high quality paint shop in the neighborhood.

The customer service at this location is outstanding. Jordan was gracious and knowledgeable,…read moreanswering all of my questions and making my purchasing experience wonderful. I will definitely make this location my go to store!