Strosniders - If they don't have it, you don't need it.

I love Strosniders hardware store in downtown Bethesda.  I used to think that I had to drive to Home Depot to get what I needed for projects, from gardening to painting.  But over time I realized that Strosniders has everything Home Depot has at a comparable price.  Plus they have all kinds of things for the kitchen -- including a large number of  kitchen gadgets.   And the people who work there are truly knowledgeable and helpful.  Need to install a light?  Someone will talk you through it.  Not sure what kind of screw you need?  Tell them what you doing and they will give you guidance.  Oh, and they rent tools!!  From drills to ladders.  This has to be my favorite store of all times.

www.strosniders.com.