“My husband and I worked with Rosie to finalize color schemes for three rooms in our house. Rosie was an absolute delight. We really appreciated her time, expertise, and attention. We’re so glad we made the trip from SF to visit the showroom. Thank you Rosie!!”
6:30AM - 5:30PM
990 San Pablo Ave, Albany
Paint Stores
“An excellent selection of paint and related materials, plus a team of specialists in their field, they told everything, showed it, mixed it and packed it. I advise business owners to go and see what the service should be like.”
“A very friendly guy with a great beard took me around personally to find all my items (and discuss them) despite my family and I arriving 10 minutes from closing time. Amazing service. I have deleted all other hardware stores from my mind.”
“I've come to this store multiple times and I always had a great experience. It's even better if you need help finding the right tools or materials for a project because you'll always find someone ready to help.”
“Needed some applewood pellets for my smoker. I called, they told me they stored the pellets away for the season but happy to check to see if they had the applewood. They did and brought up a bag from storage and had it at the counter for me when I came to pick it up. Needed it because I'm making homemade bacon”
7AM - 4:30PM
150 Pennsylvania Ave, San Francisco
Paint Stores
“I wasn’t expecting to have warm affinity towards a paint store but this place is great and the staff are super nice! They have a large stock, love to give suggestions on projects, are hyper responsive via email, and mix orders super fast.”
“They have everything you might need for property/ apartment repairs.
I have come here to find pieces of lumber. They are great at cutting lumber to the requested measurements.
The workers are always polite and helpful when it comes to pointing you in the right direction. There is commercial parking right in the front for easy loading. They also have a warehouse right across the street which contains more lumber.
Great location and a helpful place to go to if you are in the city.”
8:30AM - 5:30PM
5048 Woodminster Ln, Oakland
Paint Stores
“Love this place. Although it is a small shop they almost always have the odd part or piece that I need for the honey do list. Free parking, attentive service and knowledge and no wasted time.”
“Have used this place a few times over the years and the service has always been good. Most recently for Benjamin Moore paint for a new home addition. Unfortunately they mixed the second 5 gallon bucket purchased separately the wrong color (BM Swiss coffee instead of KM Swiss Coffee) even after I had asked them to check it against my previous order as a double check. They did end up replacing it for me (paint cost $370) but sadly we had already sprayed the second coat in this different shade, meaning I lost over a day of work and had to repaint the entire job with another coat. Recommend triple checking and suggestion to Mark's - always write the color code/name on the bucket.”
“I go to the 750 Bryant store regularly and the staff is incredible! Monty and the others have full knowledge of the products & applications. They are quick to wait on you & I’m never left waiting, important to busy contractors. I give it 10 ⭐️!”
“I made 3 keys at Home Depot, but don’t work. Cole hardware stuff found it issue, and made a key works.The original key is little bent , they can help made a copy key even the original is bent !”
“Super friendly, knowledgeable staff. I came in with an idea and they talked to me about how to get the outcome I wanted.
They have a beautiful variety of supplies and can special order art supplies too.”
“I was so happy to visit this Benjamin Moore store. I was greeted by their friendly staff and Adela helped me out diligently. She listened to my needs, picked out all the colors I was looking for and more, and gave really great suggestions on how to proceed. It's my first time shopping for paint and she made me feel really good about the process. This store is a bit of a drive but I will be sure to come back because of her expertise, guidance and kindness.”
7AM - 6PM
801 Marina Village Pkwy, Alameda
Paint Stores
“Great store. Helpful folks who know what they are talking about. And great quality paints at a reasonable price. I am through with the big box store for paint. This is the place professionals go. Got some deck paint there recently---spectacular outcome when I did the prep they recommended.”
“I called about a product that Homax the manufacturer recommended I call PPg and they were very helpful. Although they didn't carry the item. Luis went above and beyond to help me over the phone and find me alternatives. He wa a honest and very helpful amd professional”
“Last week, I purchased a pizza slicer from another store, but it broke when I attempted to use it. I came to Laurel Ace to get a replacement because I know that its products are sturdy.
Marcos, the associate who assisted me, not only directed me to the proper aisle, but, to my surprise and gratification, TESTED the slicer to make sure that it would hold up! As if this wasn't enough, I also told me that I could bring it back if I had any problems.
I ALWAYS get great service at my neighborhood Ace, but young Marcos is among the BEST associates who I've ever been blessed to deal with. You can NEVER lose by going to Laurel Ace, particularly if he assists you.”
“I had an outstanding experience with Color Atelier! Their customer service was fantastic—responsive and helpful throughout the process. The quality of their products is top-notch; the Limewash in my living room looks stunning, and the Tadelakt plaster in my primary bath is both beautiful and durable. I highly recommend Color Atelier for their exceptional service and quality—five stars!”
8AM - 5PM
631 85th Ave, Oakland
Paint Stores
“These guys have helped me find and match obscure paints, and get it just perfect every time. I’ve used them several times and it’s always been a good experience.”
“Great Service by the whole team! Arnold the store manager helped me and did a fantastic job. Tucker the Assistant provided me with tools to make it easier to select colors. Jose and Tayveon greeted me at the door and spoke to me for a couple minutes about how choosing the best roller and brush is important for each project! Gustavo also made sure to check me out as soon as my paint was ready. Overall this team really knows what legendary service looks like.”
“I love ace hardware stores even more than lowes... home depot may be cheaper but they suck if youre looking for a specific type of bolt or something...say a reverse threaded bolt... youll NEVER find that at home depot..”
“I swung by this store, today, a couple minutes after 12:00pm, their closing time. When Alex saw me, practically in tears, and needing only 1 gallon of exterior home paint, he graciously agreed to reopen and provided me the best customer service ever. I know this store almost exclusively serves contractors, and trade folks, so Alex going out of his way for a $50 sale from one lone homeowner, well that went WAY above and beyond. Thank you, thank you, thank you Alex! Sherwin Williams is now the ONLY place I'll ever go for paint.”
8:30AM - 5PM
555 E 14th St, San Leandro
Paint Stores
“Repaired my wife's 2018 Mercedes rear bumper scratches. They set me up with the products I needed and thorough instructions for application. The color and gloss of the Polar White was on spot. Counter help was cordial and knowledgeable.”
“The most fabulous, friendly customer service one could hope for. I was repainting my office and had brought in a paint chip sample to color-match, that turned out to be too small, and I didn't have time to go back and forth. One of the staff heard my plight and came out to help me see if we could color-match it by sight (he said he was good) from the sample cards on the wall. I kid you not, we found a perfect match (he was good)!!!! I do think the original paint had likely come from Sherwin-Williams, which was a huge help, but seriously, I could not have been more stoked. They helped me make sure I had what I needed, and when I returned a week later for more paint to do a second accent wall, they remembered me by name and were just as helpful. It's so nice to go to a local business where people really care.”
“Amazing customer service!! Mario and another gentleman were so helpful both over the phone and in person!!! Definitely coming back anytime I need help!! Waaaay better than the Concord SW Store”