Ace Hardware is a hardware store chain in the United States and abroad. It is a retailer-owned cooperative, and the largest “non-grocery” cooperative in the world, with more than 5,000 locations. In addition to selling hardware supplies, Ace Hardware stores also offer lawn and garden supplies, tools, and other home improvement products.
Ace Hardware was founded in 1924 by a group of Chicago hardware store owners. The original owners wanted to pool their resources in order to be able to compete with the large hardware chains that were starting to spring up at that time. Today, Ace Hardware stores are still owned by independent retailers who are members of the cooperative.
Ace Hardware stores are typically located in smaller communities, and they offer a more personal shopping experience than the large hardware store chains. Ace Hardware store employees are typically very knowledgeable about the products they sell and can offer helpful advice to customers.
What is sold at Ace Hardware?
Ace Hardware sells a wide variety of hardware supplies, including nails, screws, power tools, and painting supplies. They also sell lawn and garden supplies, such as fertilizer, gardening tools, and outdoor power equipment. In addition to these items, Ace Hardware stores also sell a selection of home improvement products, such as light fixtures and plumbing supplies.
