Here’s a list of things to buy and avoid at Home Depot:

Everybody who has a knack for crafty and redecoration loves Home Depot. And not only these people. But this appreciation is due to their great products and prices, which are way more affordable than other similar stores.

However, it happened to me a couple of times when I went to buy something specifically to see that at both Walmart and Target, prices were friendlier and the products had a superior quality.

That’s why in today’s article I wanted to narrow down a bit what are the things worth your money and which aren’t. Instead of searching for customer reviews online and wasting a lot of time on it, read our article and see what to buy and avoid at Home Depot.

Oh, and if you find it useful, don’t forget to put a pin on it to come back later and, of course, share it with your friends too. Let’s start with all the items that you CAN buy:

Tool packages

One of the things to buy at Home Depot is tools. Far better quality than other stores, they also give you a prolonged warranty. Tool combo kits at Home Depot are heavily discounted, but to get the best bargains, keep an eye out for sales.

Home Depot offers a ton of promotions all year long for drills, name-brand lithium batteries, and yard equipment from well-known manufacturers like Ryobi and Milwaukee.

Back-to-school, Father’s Day, Black Friday, and Spring Black Friday (around April) are some of the best times to buy these kits. Customers can save money by getting a tool at a reduced price during these sales, even if it includes a dozen other items.

Paint

If you’re renovating and you need some good quality paint, I suggest you check out what they have at Home Depot. Plus, it’s super affordable too! These are custom paint colors mixed for other customers who were unhappy with the outcome, usually because they didn’t like the dried color or the shade wasn’t quite right.

Some of these colors, though, might be fantastic and offered at a reduced price—up to 50% off, occasionally. Paint is expensive, so any savings can be helpful.

Tiles

For all the savvy people who want to change the look of their bathroom walls, I have good news for you: Leave everything you do now and hurry up to the nearest Home Depot in your area and buy tiles. Here they are sold at a very good price.

Tiles are available in a range of styles and can be bought at significant savings if prices are monitored for a few months. However, since some tile installers might not have the best interests of their customers in mind, it is advised to forego the installation crew and instead choose a do-it-yourself method.

Grills

Want to get ready for the BBQ season in style? This is another item to buy at Home Depot. All year long, including in the winter, Home Depot sells grills and smokers. Unlike other stores that only carry grills in the summer, this one does. The costs at Home Depot are also affordable.

Additionally, the store offers both high-end and low-end outdoor cooking equipment at a discount during special sales events like Black Friday and Spring Black Friday in April.

Hanging materials

Are you looking to do some crafting around the living room or the bedroom, and you’re in need of some good-quality supplies? Home Depot is the answer. Home Depot is the ideal location to purchase all of your picture-hanging supplies because it offers a greater selection of Command strips than other retailers.

Despite Walmart’s limited selection, home improvement stores provide complete kits that let you hang anything from picture frames to canvas. Some of the kits include metal wires and weights to make sure your photos are level, and they are made to minimize damage to your walls.

Storage boxes

On the list of things to buy and avoid at Home Depot is something that I usually buy when I go there, which is storage boxes for the garage. Home Depot offers a wide range of services, including storage for your lawn equipment, auto repair, and carpentry. Purchasing heavy-duty toolboxes and racks is a smart investment because they are long-lasting and robust.

However, you can also look at complete collections like Gladiator, which offer everything you require in a single package. I am super happy to see the significant progress Home Depot has made in enhancing its garage organization products compared to a couple of years ago.

And now, let’s see some of the items you should avoid buying from Home Depot at all costs: 

Batteries

It’s best to stay away from buying batteries at Home Depot’s checkout lane because of their huge prices. Batteries can be purchased for as little as 0.40 cents each at bulk stores, but they can cost up to $1 at home improvement stores.

For everyday, commonplace items, even Walmart and Target usually offer better options than Home Depot. To find the best long-term deals, it’s always a good idea to shop around and compare prices.

Why spend a lot of money on ordinary batteries when you can get a Duracell six-pack of long-lasting rechargeable ones? For only $22.39 on Amazon, you can save money and get better quality.

Countertops

Yes, Home Depot offers convenience, and here you can find a ton of things worth buying, as you can see in the list above, but when it comes to furniture, not so many things are worth your money. For example, kitchen countertops.

Home Depot purchases slabs and semi-custom countertops from a wholesale slab yard. Since you are essentially paying for the product to be stored at Home Depot, this increases the likelihood of damage and the overall cost. So it’s better to pay a little bit more and buy what you need from another store, especially if you want your furniture to last.

Grilling accessories

While buying a grill from Home Depot is definitely a great idea, the grilling accessories, hmm…not so much. Why? Well, simply because even during the peak season, in summer, identical products are more affordable on other websites like Amazon, Walmart, or Target.

Even though it could be tempting to purchase from Home Depot together with the grill, it’s best to stay away from it and look for better offers at other stores.

Home Decor

If you don’t want to pay a lot for home decor that has cheap quality I advise you to check these products in other stores. For example, curtains.

Despite having a decent assortment of styles, Home Depot can cost up to $30, whereas IKEA might sell the same or comparable designs for as little as $10. And trust me when I say that the ones from IKEA look way better!

This $20 price difference can add up for a variety of Home Depot products, including sheets, vases, and faux plants. If you are lucky enough to find these items on clearance, that is the only exception.

Even so, it’s worthwhile to compare prices to make sure a comparable product isn’t offered elsewhere for a significantly lower cost.

Appliances

Because of their affordable prices, Costco and Sam’s Club are the best places to buy small appliances. These stores sell a variety of goods, from imitation KitchenAid stand mixers to microwaves. Small appliances at Home Depot, on the other hand, can cost anywhere from $60 to $80.

The same thing applies to major appliances like fridges and washing machines. The products themselves might be good, but the installation and delivery services are frequently mediocre. Additionally, the costs may be much higher than elsewhere. Before rushing to the closest Home Depot to purchase your ideal refrigerator, I advise you to check and compare prices.

Doors

And the last of the things to buy and avoid at Home Depot is doors. I absolutely don’t recommend them. Home Depot is known for providing poor-quality doors and inaccurate measurements, according to carpenters.

Likely, a door you buy from Home Depot won’t fit correctly because it was cut incorrectly, even if you measure it several times. This is particularly true for custom doors, which frequently result in problems with returns and delays. And given the fact that they’re not affordable either…meh!

I’d say it’s better to look for a nearby store with knowledgeable staff who can guarantee that their product will satisfy your needs.

Are you ready to renovate soon? Then you may want to read this article Renovating 101: 8 Things Americans MUST Know About Contractors.