Guiry’s

I like the store. Very spacious, clean and organized.
The sales ladies are a bit busy but they will help you. They’re just not super friendly but they are nice and professional. You know what I mean?
I just don’t really like the parking because when you’re done, you’re pulling out on the actual street.

I came in and the paint department was very helpful. They were patient with me and guided me through a process I had never done. Thank You.

Why are these dudes in the paint department so friggin arrogant and grumpy?! Poor customer service. They act like you’re bothering them.

Poor customer service!
Went in to ask questions and they acted like I was an idiot. Just kind of stared at me. Wanted to know how to paint my shed — blank stares.
Then I had them match up my paint. «We can’t get to that until 6 hours later» I was naïve and asked what paint to use. Acted like they never got that question before. So I told them just get me the self primer ones best quality.
Went in next day to pick up paint. Gave me rude comment. I wanted to just get hell out of there and being the good guy that I am I bought the paint but should of just said forget it.
Sherwin Williams way better customer service. I went to them after for another project. Matched my paint in 5 minutes.
Just saying retatrds. I had better help at home depot.

My daughter and I love this store. For one… they have the best prices on Copic markers we could find. For two… we were given phenomenal customer service by every employee we talked to and our cashier, a wonderful woman at the art supply counter who’s name I don’t remember, gave my 11 y. o daughter, who was purchasing $ 60+ worth of markers, with her own money she had saved herself, an amazing discount coupon that saved her quite a bit of money, considering. Unfortunately, this store is downtown, which we aren’t and I don’t particularly enjoy driving downtown, but we will definitely be back and will also recommend it to others. Thank you!

Just stopped by the LoDo store today. It was my first visit to Guiry’s and will most likely be my last. The customer service was horrendous. No one asked me for assistance and i would have greatly appreciated said assistance as I had never stepped foot into a Guiry’s before.
I purchased a 30×44 paper and at check out I asked the worker behind the counter if he could wrap it up for me (as I usually go to Meininger for this sort of thing and I know that they wrap up purchased paper to keep it in good condition). He told me they don’t wrap that size of paper. I found this to be quite silly – if they carry that size they should be able to wrap it. I then asked the man if I could cut the paper down the middle and if it would fit to wrap in Guiry’s wrap material then. He became irritated with my questions and shortly told me that they cannot and would not cut my paper. Why? As an art store and paper supplier shouldn’t that be a service they have? **For anyone who needs that service Meininger’s will gladly cut your paper/​boards/​etc.**
Long story short, if you don’t mind dealing with people who clearly hate their job and have poor customer service, see to it that the bald, white, late 30s man helps you at check out.
Plus, compared to Meiningers, their selection is unimpressive.

Went into this place exhausted and out of it during a hard day at work (I work a block away) because my boyfriend asked me to pick up some tracing paper. First of all, I was completely out of my element and had no idea what I was looking for or where to look for it, just a picture. The employee (I wish I got his name) was so helpful and put a phone conversation on hold when he saw me wandering aimlessly to help me find what I was looking for. Simply by looking at the picture he ran over and grabbed it and rang it up for me. He was really patient when I was using my card (I am so used to doing debit and was zombie-​like tired that I was having quite the time when I found myself on the credit option). When I commented on how cute the store was he seemed genuinely excited and thanked me. I will definitely stop in here again for some arts-​and-​crafts type materials to occupy myself on a lazy day. This place has a locally owned, small town feel that was much more appealing than the chain crafts store florescent lights you usually find. Definitely recommend and the guy I worked with (I believe he was bald) deserves a raise!

It is nice to have an art supply store within walking distance of my loft. Good selection of painting supplies. My only criticism is that I have to seek out staff for questions as they have not come to offer me assistance on their own.

I’ve passed this place for years and never really thought about. Recently, I wanted to touch up some chipped paint on the walls in my house and didn’t want to drive all the way out to the burbs to find a store with a good selection of paint. Guiry’s was perfect!
We stared at our walls a bit to get a good idea of the color, but it turns out that there are like 100 varieties of sea foam green. After a couple of hits (and misses), a sales associate helped me find the (very nearly) perfect color to match a paint chip I brought in on my second go round. They sell film canister sized samples of all of the paints for $ 3. Get a small 35 cent foam brush and your walls will look about ten times better!
I hate painting, but this store made me want to rethink the color scheme in our house. They also have art supplies (similar to Meininger’s) and home décor. Pretty much a one stop shop for any kind of painting project (be it a new color in your home or a work of art).

Guiry’s has a little bit of everything when it comes to home stuff. Paint, décor, furniture, supplies, and event artist supplies.
I have come here a few times for spray paint for painting misc stuff. I was really surprised how competitive their prices are (cheaper and lowes/​home depot). they also get a huge win on location since its right down the street from me. Taking a bicycle shopping is always better having to drive.
The staff has always been helpful and nice too.

Every time I go to Guiry’s, I have a shout out to send to them… but sadly, I never get around to it, so here it is: It’s time to tell you that for whatever your paint, artistic, design needs are that Guiry’s should be your first and last visit… especially when it comes to the paint department. Ever since I’ve been going in the late 90’s, it’s been relatively the same crew of «happy to help», talented, knowledgable employees. I have been a faux painter in the Denver Metro area for 15 years and no matter what I need for my projects both great and small, they have it. My last visit was for a client who had their home faux painted in one technique throughout the entire main level of their beautiful home. The challenge here was that it was done 15 years ago, and it is in excellent condition, however because of a recent remodel, two walls needed to be re-​treated with the same technique that was a three color wash of glazes that were indistinct to match exactly, and they had to be matched exactly in order to pull this job off. I took a chunk of the drywall that was torn down into Guiry’s to see if they could help me with the forensics of determining the base colors to be used to mix with the glaze. This is a challenging assignment. Jason kept the drywall sample overnight and the next day he called me to let me know he had it. He totally nailed it and I was able to do the job for the client this past Monday and the colors were spot-​on PERFECT. This is an incredible forensic service and one that is needed in all kinds of scenarios. Not only did Jason do exactly what I needed, but he did it quickly, enthusiastically and even had an example of the faux technique that was my job to create on the walls. I could not have done this project without their help and efficient turnaround time. Thank you, guys! I love having you in my artillery for my faux painting business. Thank you for keeping this world a colorful place! Lisanne Libner

I live a block from here and thought it was almsot exclusively a commercial paint store.
The reality is panoply of art supply delights. exotic papers, inks and pens and pencils and canvass and portfolios and on it goes. Oh they have paint too, lots of it! But I never supposed they’d have funriture and designer accents.
Very friendly too!

For me.
1. Conveniently located.
2. Huge selection.
3. Friendly and knowledgeable service.
4. Good price (they beat the InnerTubes™)

Watch out for the paint dept. If you are looking for pool paint the guy behind the counter (at least today) will treat you like you are an idiot. I know what I’m looking for. Just need to know if you have it. No need to be a jacka$$. Taking my business to another store.

Long story short — remodeling project due to a kitchen flood. Needed to match the Ralph Lauren crimson lacquer on one wall. Sent my construction guys to Guiry’s since their website says they carry Ralph Lauren paint.
Apparently, they don’t have the lacquer anymore but said they could match the color in a high gloss oil based paint if we could give them a few days. I didn’t see the paint but assumed with Guiry’s reputation they’d do me right. Wrong. Oh, and after waiting several days — the color isn’t even close to a match.
What’s now on the wall is a Benjamin Moore (not Ralph Lauren), not high gloss and not oil based (acrylic). Fie unto thee Guiry”s — I’m back to Belcaro from now on.

From what I understand, there are two artsy camps in Denver: Meiningers and Guiry’s. I’m a Guiry’s girl big time. While this place isn’t quite as arts/​crafts as the Colorado Blvd location, I still love it on principle.
I came here looking for some sort of ink/​paint/​dye to dye some paper that I was using for the Denver Paper Fashion show and I lucked into asking an employee that actually frequently made her own paper, so she was very helpful in helping me find the right ink for my needs. In fact, everyone at this store was extremely helpful.
I could have spent another half an hour walking up and down the aisles looking at all of the different types of paints, pens and paper, but I was in a bit of a hurry, so I skipped it. I’m glad I don’t live too far away from this location, since I enjoy coming here just to wander for a bit and look for inspiration hidden on shelves of canvas and clay.

In 2011, I found my inner artist. She is a big fan of Guiry’s! They have a great selection of paints, brushes, canvases, pencils, and paper. The last time I was there, I bought a table top easel. If this whole painting thing works out, perhaps I’ll go back and buy a larger easel and gallons of paint. Then I’ll quit my job, and become a professional painter. Ok… highly unlikely, but in the meantime, I’ll continue to buy supplies in smaller quantities.
They have several locations all over town, but the Market Street location is closest for me. It’s much larger inside than I would have imagined.
I’ve yet to check out their furniture and other home items. Good news is, I just bought a groupon for Guiry’s so I’ll be visiting again soon!

Where i can go close to home for craft supplies.
Staff is so-​so at best. Not all that interested in giving a hand.
Glad they are there, so i don’t always have to run to home depot!

Guiry’s is a well-​stocked and convenient store for me! I work for a publishing company downtown, and we are always painting and making mock-​ups, and Guiry’s is our go-​to source for all our fine-​art and art board needs. The staff here is always nice and helpful, and know their stock well. If they are out of something, they are also willing to order it for you.

I’m not an artist or painter but they have really cheap masking tape!