It was Madness last Thursday!
Last Thursday we had this year’s last Moonlight Madness Sale at our 3 stores. Customers came in from 5 to 10 pm and took advantage of our low prices and enjoyed some free pizza! Here are some pictures this customer appreciation night where everything went down up to 60%!
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We would like to thank all our loyal customers for bringing their business to us. We really appreciate it!
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Moonlight Madness Sale - This Thursday November 19
2009’s last Moonlight* Madness Sale is near. This Thursday November 19th from 5pm to 10pm on all stores (Brookline, Cambridge and Boston) will open at regular hours in the morning, and then close from 4pm to 5pm while preparing the store for the sale and re-open at 5pm.
Save the date for this incredible opportunity to get great savings and free pizza (while it lasts)! We will have everything in stock discounted from 10 % to 60% and some hot deals announced during the week.
For purchases of $250 or more we’ll present our customers with free delivery; (normally $49 within the Metro Boston area). Finally, following our efforts to become a more sustainable business (we are participating in the Sustainable Leader Business Program), we will have a $5 special introductory price for our Bike Delivery service (provided by MetroPed) for all customers that live in the same zip code as any of our stores.
So don’t miss the chance to take advantage of outstanding low prices during one night in all our stores!
*Former Midnight Madness Sale
In the Beginning
Meet Herb and Harriet Friedman, the founders of Economy Hardware, and their son Larry, the current owner. They’ll tell you how it was when they started, how Economy Hardware has grown, and what’s important when running a community based family business.
Air-O-Swiss
The cold is coming, and with it the harsh, dry air that saps the moisture from your body. Combat the dry air with our Air-O-Swiss Humidifiers. These humidifiers come in numerous styles with a wide range of options for automatic control, vapor settings, and more!
Bargains of the Month - November
November Bargains of the Month from True Value
November’s bargains of the month are here! Prepare for this holiday season with great quality products from True Value.
- Looking for a perfect gift for that DIYer in your family? How about a 24 piece Titanium Drill & Drive Set from Master Mechanic? This set comes in a deluxe polyvinyl case with rubber over-mold grip with tiltable insets for easy access. With 12 Titanium drill bits, 8 - 2″ Insert bits and different size nut drivers. Another great tool for all those 2010 DIY projects.
- Worried about not having enough chairs for all your invitees? Worry no more! Come and take a look at our deluxe hi-back folding white chair. This weather proof, easy to store, easy to clean chair can be use in any indoor or outdoor occasion. Its powder coated cold roll steel black frame and injection molded seat and back assure their superb performance.
- Start decorating with the new Energy Star rating light sets. Available in Clear and Multi, this 70 count light set has a total lighted length of approximately 24′. Great for both indoor and outdoor use has 80 to 90% proven energy savings and a 20 year/100,000 hour lifespan.
Start saving big, start saving now!
DIY: Winterize your Home
DIY - Winterize your Home
The weather is turning cooler and there’s a chill in the air. Keep the cold out by taking the following steps to keep warm while reducing energy costs.
- Seal your windows
Let’s work on the outside first. Fill out any small gap or crack around your window with a caulking gun. Once you apply the caulk you can smooth it with your finger covered with a latex glove, a spoon or a foam paintbrush. If you have wider gaps and cracks use an expanding foam sealant to fill them up.Now let’s move inside. Indoor air leaks can be eliminated by using either weather stripping or plastic sheeting from a window insulation kit. You can find a variety of weather stripping options to choose from, such as vinyl foam, sponge rubber, rope cord caulk and a few others. For more information about these options visit our hardware department.
If you decide to use weather stripping, no matter which material, the application is simple and easy. First make sure the area is clean and dry, and then apply it between the sash and the frame of each window. Foam or rubber weather stripping will have to be cut to the length of the window with a pair of scissors or a utility knife, while the rope cord caulk can be just tear to fit. Remember weather stripping should not interfere with the window operation.
If you find a plastic sheeting kit that fits your needs just tape down the edges. Then use a hair dryer to shrink and seal the sheeting over the window.
Potential areas of air leakage: Windows, Doors, Switches & Outlets, Poor Maintenance of Heating System
- Seal your doors
Don’t let the heat inside your home walk out your door! Sealing your doors is as easy as sealing your windows. Thoroughly clean and dry both sides and top of the door; cut the strips to length, peel off the backing and press it into place. To seal the bottom you can install a weather-tight threshold or door sweep. - Seal your outlets and light switches
As you know air can leak through interior walls and exterior walls through outlets and light switches. To stop these leaks you can install foam gaskets filling out any holes or gaps around the switches and outlets. You can also use safety plugs to stop air leaks through unused electrical outlets. - Check your heating system
Before it gets really cold clean your furnace or heating system. You can have a professional come in or you can check your owner’s manual. Remember that if your furnace uses a filter you should change it every three months, or follow the manufacturer’s instructions. - Consider your home winterized
Once you’ve sealed all the potential areas of air leakage, you can sit back and enjoy your toasty home and its lower energy costs. Using some form of insulation product around your windows and doors can save you an average of 15% on a normal energy bill*. We hope this short list gives you the basics to start your winterizing project today.
*Source: www.frostking.com and True Value Projects
