Cumberland Hardware

These folks make quality, custom storm windows and screens, for a very reasonable price. For folks with old houses with irregular windows, they are a godsend.

3.5
Admittedly, there’s a lot of charm at Cumberland Hardware and I appreciate that it’s been a staple in the neighborhood since before it was overrun by transplants. That accounts for a lot. I’m glad that it’s stayed the course and lent some authenticity to the neighborhood.
Unfortunately, for me, I find the hours to be inconvenient to my buying needs (closed on Sunday, only open until 2 on Saturday and closed by 5 on weekdays) and when I can make it in during the week before closing time, I haven’t been able to find all of what I need — requiring a visit to another hardware store. The owners are very nice and the adding machine is quite the conversation piece. For my needs, though, perhaps a trip to CH is best served by an afternoon jaunt during the week for common-​sized filters and screws. Working a 9 – 5, it’s just tough to patronize the store.

Such an awesome experience! From the ambiance to customer service, can’t be beat. I went to make copies of a key, which has proven difficult/​frustrating before at other places or larger chains. I was greeted immediately and genuinely with fast help. The place was cozy and as I went into my purse to find the key, realized a very comfortable cat was directly behind me just purring away at the space heater set up just for it. The people there were extremely helpful and attentive. Just all around good vibes. Even followed up by asking that I let them know how the keys were and come back if I needed anything. Pretty awesome to have this in East.

I am a fan of this hardware store located in the Five Points area.
I like the fact that this Hardware store has been here in the same location for awhile. I like the sense of HISTORY…
Everytime I go to Five Points Pizza, I pass this lovely old store. They always have some interesting displays in the two large windows and there are two lovely cats that live in the Hardware store so you can usually see one if not both resting lazily in the window displays… I like that a lot!!! Makes me feel so «Mayberry» or back home in my small town in West Virginia.
I bought a Case Knife in the store for my daddy for Christmas. They have sleds and various Sleighs in the winter. Reminds me again of my youth. I remember going to a store like this as a child with my parents in Charleston, WV.
If you are in need of something, like I am from time to time, I prefer to go here. I would much rather give the money to this great MOM AND POP location instead of one of the big chain stores like Lowes and Home Depot. I like supporting this part of the past… lots of on street parking available just have to be a little creative and get out and enjoy a stroll in this lovely historic neighborhood. I like parking a few blocks around the corner, it gives me an excuse to check out the other shops in the neighborhood.

The woman behind the counter was very helpful and friendly. I was looking for a saw and she showed me their bargain bin saw as well as a sturdier if pricer option. They have all the basic DIY stuff for home and garden. I will definitely shop here before I head to one of the big box stores!

I’m new to Nashville, and loving my East neighborhood– this store embodies exactly what I love about East Nashville. I botched a table refinish because I had gotten bad advice elsewhere. On my second time around, these guys guided me on the fix, gave me detailed advice, and greeted me with a smile every time I walked in (which was a lot). Good thing I still have projects in my new place, because it is a joy to stop in here!

So helpful. The two downsides are it needs to be as big as a Home Depot and I wish they did contract work. This store and the owners are amazing.

I love East Nashville. In fact, I love it so much, I wouldn’t want to live ANYWHERE else!
Today, I ran over to Walmart on Gallatin for a toilet tank stopper. They didn’t have it, but said, I should drive over to a Super Walmart and get one.
I started out — headed to Super Walmart and then remembered that Cumberland was in the neighborhood.
Did a big U-​turn on Gallatin and headed south for Cumberland.
Got there, parked out front, on the street and went inside.
I got personalized help, told what would work the best…
Purchased it, but not before loving on the two store kitties…
I can’t remember the owners name, but every time I have gone there, they have had what I needed, given me personalized help, and have always been very friendly.
That’s the best part about living in a small enclave of a large capital city.
Independently owned stores. friendly service, smiles, greetings, and waves goodbye. Mom & Pop businesses that treat you kindly.
I love East Nashville and I love the merchants in the neighborhood.
I am a lucky gal!

We just moved to east Nashville and I love this place. If its not in stock they will order it and the service is second to none. A real piece of Americana.

A lovely neighborhood store where you can pick up an emergency anything without getting in the car… well I can. Want a wheelbarrow, a sled, a sump pump, painting supplies, plumbing supplies, hardware, nuts and bolts or just get a key cut and of course spring for the .50cents for a caramel as you check out… it is all here, prices seem reasonable, owners friendly and cats even friendlier.

Great mom and pop place! Not the biggest place but they always have everything you need and the staff is helpful and super down to earth. Awesome cats in the store and sell grass seed by the pound. Definitely reccomend over the big chains. Boom!

I’ve stopped in twice, in need of general hardware supplies (i.e., paint rollers and duplicate keys). Both times, the staff has been helpful and very friendly. Despite the small size of the store, Cumberland presents a wide selection of products.
I appreciate the quality, selection, and service at Cumberland, and I will be sure to return more often, as needs arise around the house!

Great shop with a great selection, and CATS! I have never been disappointed with this establishment, and if they don’t have something they will go out of their way to help you find it. Always my first stop for a hardware shop.

I think it’s pretty lame that a hardware store isn’t open on Sunday.

I regret coming to Cumberland for only one reason, I didn’t look around! I’m reading other reviews here, and it seems they sell camping equipment? That’s pretty rad!
I came to Cumberland to have a house key made. It cost a $ 1.35 and took about 2 minutes to make. I was in and out in minutes. I have to say I really appreciate that there is a small local hardware store close to where I’m at, if I ever need a hammer, I can avoid driving to the corporate world to buy one.
I’ll definitely be coming back to Cumberland.

I love having this place in East Nash. I always come here if I can — much prefer this local-​owned shop than Home Depot or Lowe’s! No offense to them but I love supporting local when I can. I also really love the «main street» feel even though it’s in a very urban area.
I’ve stopped in here for many things… padlocks, tire pressure guage, mulch, topsoil to name a few. I’m always greeted with a friendly hello, and someone always asks if I need some help finding what I’m looking for (and I usually do!).
This is definitely my go-​to place for all things hardware!

us E. Nasty folk know how nice it is to have Cumberland Hardware in the neighborhood… when in a pinch for that washer or nut they’re there for you. no need to head to that big box hardware store.
But did you know Cumberland stocks basic camping supplies like foldable shovels, cast iron skillets (they are a Lodge dealer), fire starter, compasses, etc? Now that’s nice… thanks, CH.

Ahh! Here is why I love Cumberland Hardware. I went in because I needed to attach my license plate and the screw the dealership gave me did not fit the car. I go to Cumberland and he sends me out to my car with about 3 different sized screws and a tool to screw them in so that I can try it. I have taken up like 5 –10 minutes of his time and he rings me up for .34 and wasn’t the least bit non plussed that I needed so much help.
That being said, for my basic stuff, I try to use them. THey have a little of everything from tools to mailbox #‘s and their pricing is good. More importantly, while I find Home Depot staff to always be nice, it’s just such a pain the the asterick to get in and out and it’s huge and you end up impusling buying crap you don’t need.
If you like to have a connection to your purveyor, you don’t want to be upsold, and you need a key made with a smile, this is the classic locally owned business model that I just love to support. Good prices, friendly service, don’t overwhelm me with crap kind of an establishment.

Cumberland Hardware looks tiny from the outside, but the building actually goes back really deep. They couldn’t possible match the selection of Home Depot, but they’re perfect for basic projects and tools. Their keys, doorknobs, tools, plumbing supplies, paint, etc. are packed in tight, but I had no problem finding what I was looking for.
Cumberland’s unlikely location at Five Points, in between an overpriced gift shop and a hip bar, goes to show just how long they’ve been around. I hope they stand their ground, and manage to stay put for another few decades — Five Points needs neighborhood stores like Cumberland to balance out all the posh new restaurants and bars that are popping up all over the area.

Even the least handy of men has the occasional duty on the to-​do list, and when I found myself in need of some spray paint and a staple gun, I decided to venture down to my friendly neighborhood hardware store. Cumberland Hardware, located right next door to 3 Crow in Five Points, is a quaint and friendly little shop where you can find just about anything you need.
As Agnes noted in her review, this place is about as authentically old school as they come – I mean, an adding machine? I’m pretty sure the lady who rang me up caught me doing a double take. The staff was extremely helpful. They showed me the cheapest staple gun they had but noted its flaws; they then showed me a slightly more expensive model that they admitted would likely hold up longer and do the job better.
Cumberland seems to have a pretty good selection of basic hardware items, and they make keys relatively cheaply as well. Some sections are sort of in disarray, but not so much that you wouldn’t be able to find anything. What they lack in organization they certainly make up for in customer service. The location is fantastic, and it’s the type of place where you’ll never feel guilty spending money. It’s the only place on the East Side where you’re certain to find dozens and dozens of tools.