We are the largest independent hardware group in Australia and a true leader when it comes to servicing the trade market. Under our Independent Hardware Group (IHG), we support leading independent hardware brands Mitre 10 and Home Timber & Hardware along with Hardings, Thrifty-Link Hardware and True Value Hardware; we supply more than 1,200 stores nationwide. Our successful network of independent retailers are all known for their core strength in supplying the trade industry.
Our store network ranges from large format warehouses to smaller format convenience operations, trade centres and frame and truss sites – each catering to a broad mix of trade and DIY consumers.
Under the IHG network, we have a clear mandate to support the growth of Independents within the hardware sector in Australia by helping them to be ‘The Best Store in Town’.
Our culture is built on being a low-cost and transparent business partner to our members. Partnership is also the culture on which the relationship with our suppliers is founded.
Hardware Brands
Mitre 10
Mitre 10 is the ‘Mighty Helpful’ independent hardware store – Proudly Local, Helping Locals. Formed in 1959 when eight independent trade operators came together to form a buying cooperative.
Today the Mitre 10 group is Australia’s largest independent home improvement and hardware wholesaler to the industry and supports an iconic independent and local network of over 300 Mitre 10 hardware operators.
Mitre 10 has been providing millions of homeowners with solutions to their home improvement projects for over 50 years. We are part of local communities throughout the country with many of our stores located in regional Australia.
From the very beginning, Trade has underpinned Mitre 10’s growth and to this day remains at the very core of our business. The Mitre 10 trade customers include some of the country’s national residential builders through to the local handyman – with the right service and products to help tradies get in, get out and get on with it.
Home Timber & Hardware
Home Timber & Hardware is the home of big brands, expert advice and top-notch service. Our group’s buying power comes from our national reach of almost 300 stores under the retail banner Home Timber & Hardware. More than 80 percent of our stores are regionally based which means we’re in local communities and townships across Australia.
’Go Where The Tradies Go’ embodies our long-standing strengths in servicing the Trade market. It’s about owning what we’re good at – the place that understands the trade and is serious about meeting the demands of your business. Our vast trade retailing experience gives us the credibility and know-how to meet the needs of the DIY customer too.
We have the right range to tackle all the hard jobs. From plan take-off to supply (and everything in between) you can count on us to be your one-stop centre for all timber, building supplies, hardware, tools, paint, adhesives and outdoor home-building needs. And more.
Hardings Hardware
HardwareBuilt upon a foundation of old-school values since opening for business in 1958, Hardings Hardware is a leading choice for builders and renovators. Our commitment to stocking the Best Brands at the Lowest Prices is renowned throughout the trade and matched by a commitment to providing exemplary customer service and product advice in everything we do.
Hardings Hardware service and deliver from its network of five locations in Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide with an extensive range of Cooking appliances, hot water, heating, Bathroom and Laundry fittings, door furniture and Building materials. Hardings Hardware is a wholly owned entity of Metcash Limited.
