A home improvement center, home improvement store, or home center is a retail store that combines the functions of a hardware store with those of a lumber yard. Home improvement stores typically sell building supplies, tools, and lumber.
Prominent outdoor retailers in Australia include Bunnings, Home Hardware, Mitre 10, Thrifty-Link Hardware, Total Tools and True Value Hardware.
As of January 2025, B&Q is the most prominent UK home improvement retailer with over 300 stores. [1] This is followed by Wickes with over 200 stores. [2]
Prominent outdoor retailers in the United States include Home Depot, Lowe's, and Menards.