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Hood’s: everything + the kitchen sink
Hood's: the story of a North County boy done good
North County is a land of resourceful bargain hunters and creative scrappers, so it’s no wonder that Hood’s was born here. The junk hunter’s paradise, founded by Ernest Hood (a Ritenour graduate) in 1952, opened its first location at 9915 St. Charles Rock Rd and has since expanded to multiple locations in three states.
I’m a Hood’s fan from way back, and I’ve always loved the fact that the store’s divey decor yielded fantastic prices. So initially, I was one of many customers who hated to see one of my favorite go-to spots updated by the “new generation” of the Hood’s family. Out went the mismatched carpet squares and bizarre odd lots. In came a more sanitized shopping experience, more similar to Home Depot than the local scrap yard.
But you know what? I’m ok with that.
Opening day at the original Hood's store
For one, the new NoCo Hood’s is a gleaming, colorful beacon of commerce. You can see it from 170 and it looks amazing! It also has a fun and interesting selection of hardware items (tile, sinks, carpet, vanities, etc) plus a brand new addition of rugs, retro patio chairs, mirrors, furniture, yard ornaments (including tikis) and even entire kitchens.
The prices aren’t as bargain basement as they used to be, but they’re still quite competitive. And shopping at Hood’s now is now less likely to demand a tetanus shot. Which is great.
Just like North County, Hood’s isn’t exactly what it used to be. But what it is today is also pretty neat. Rather than throw your money at the big chain stores, why not try this local golden oldie?
Founder Ernie recently passed into the great beyond, but his family is still working hard to serve our community and to offer a unique array of hardware and household products.
Hood’s currently has eight locations. The NoCo store is at 9009 Natural Bridge Rd, 63121.
More vanities to choose from than the big box stores
