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Retail & Convenience · Over 20K national & independent locations
Hardware Store Advertising
Hardware stores attract a specific demographic of customers interested in home improvement, construction, and related projects.
What it is
Hardware Store Advertising in plain terms.
By advertising in hardware stores, you can directly reach a relevant audience more likely to be interested in your products or services. Ace Hardware, True Value and Do it Best are in-network.
Hardware stores typically bustle with customers, especially during weekends and peak seasons, so your advertisements have the potential to be seen by many people.
Where it runs: Independent hardware and home-improvement stores. Typical dwell: 10–25 min in store. Best for: Home services, contractors, tools.
Over 20K national & independent locations
- Ace Hardware, True Value & Do it Best in-network
- Stand alone banners
- Floor graphics
- Counter mats
- Counter cards
- Take-ones
- Dominations
Why it works
What hardware store advertising does for your brand.
Targeted audience
Customers interested in home improvement, construction and related projects.
High foot traffic
Hardware stores bustle with customers, especially during weekends and peak seasons.
Product relevance
Customers are actively seeking solutions, tools and materials — your ad lands when they are primed to buy.
Brand visibility
Customers often trust hardware stores for their expertise and reliability, and that credibility extends to your brand.
Local marketing
Many hardware stores cater to a specific local community or neighborhood.
Repeat business
Loyal customers return regularly for ongoing projects or maintenance needs.
In the field
Hardware Stores campaigns we've run.
Specs & how it runs
What we need from you, and what you get back.
| Formats | Aisle signage, counter cards, window posters |
|---|---|
| Dwell | 10–25 minutes in store |
| Flight | Four weeks standard |
| Creative | Print-ready PDF at supplied dimensions |
| Production | Printed and installed by EMG |
| Reporting | Photo proof of performance per store |
- 1
Plan & confirm
Pick markets and dates; we confirm availability and send rates in a media kit.
- 2
Creative
Send artwork to the spec, or we adapt what you have — design is available if you need it.
- 3
Production & launch
We print, produce and install with our own field force.
- 4
Proof
You receive proof of performance and campaign reporting on schedule.
FAQ
Hardware Store Advertising questions.
How much does hardware Store Advertising cost?
Rates depend on the markets, the number of venues and the flight length. Add hardware stores to a media plan or call (212) 993-9420 and we'll send a media kit with pricing for your markets.
Where does hardware Store Advertising run?
Independent hardware and home-improvement stores — over 20k national & independent locations. We can buy at the venue, neighborhood, ZIP, DMA or national level across 400+ markets.
What creative do I need to supply?
Aisle signage, counter cards, window posters. We adapt existing artwork or design new creative if you don't have files ready.
What reporting comes with it?
Photo proof of performance for printed placements and proof-of-play reporting for digital screens, delivered with your post-campaign summary.
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