Key Takeaways
For a hardware trip to Cross Roads, bring an itemised list and confirm the specific items before you travel. Malcolm's Hardware is at 44-46 Slipe Road, Kingston, with call-ahead pickup and delivery across Kingston and St. Andrew.
Write down the sizes and quantities. Ask separately about stock, collection, delivery and any account terms. A department list tells you where to begin; it doesn't confirm today's availability.
What should go on the list?
Start with the next stage of your project. Put the item, quantity and specification on each line. Where your plumber, builder or painter has chosen a product, use their description rather than substituting your own shorthand. Leave a space beside any item that still needs their answer.
Keep photos with the relevant line. A photograph can help explain what you're asking about, but don't use it as permission to guess the fitting size or the material. Get those details checked before ordering.
For a broader planning read, see our Cross Roads building-supplies guide. Use it to prepare questions, then confirm the actual order at the shop.
Which department should I ask for?
Malcolm's has paint and finishes, plumbing supplies, tools and hardware, fasteners and fixings, garden and building, and electrical supplies. Cement, steel, lumber, board and roofing zinc are sold here too. Ask about the specific material and size rather than reading that list as a stock guarantee. Our departments page sets them all out in one place.
Our plumbing supplies and paint and finishes pages are useful places to start a list. For paint, ask about the stocked pre-mixed colours, and staff can help you find the closest match.
Should I collect or ask for delivery?
Choose collection if you want to pick up the order and can arrange suitable transport. Call-ahead pickup is available; agree the items and collection details with the shop. Loading help is free on bulk orders and building materials.
Choose delivery if you want the shop to bring the materials to your address. Delivery across Kingston and St. Andrew is quoted by order size and location. Describe the access, give the full list and ask for the proposed date and charge. Confirm the receiving arrangements before accepting the order. See our service area for location information.
What should I ask about a trade account?
Malcolm's offers contractor and trade accounts with contractor pricing, bulk-order pricing and large-order quotations. Ask for the terms that apply to you. Avoid building a quote around an assumed discount or credit period.
For a single home project, ask about the order in front of you. For repeat jobs, ask what the account requires and how orders are placed. Keep product specifications the same when comparing quotations so you can see which items each quote includes.
What should I check before leaving home?
Review the unanswered lines on your list. If someone else must choose a part, get their answer first. Ask the shop which items are in stock and which still need checking. Separate the items for collection from anything you want delivered.
Bring your final list so you can compare it with the order. If you're buying parts for a repair, our guide to planning a plumbing repair in Kingston is another place to gather questions for your plumber. The person doing the work should confirm the required parts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy hardware in Cross Roads, Kingston?
Malcolm's Hardware is at 44-46 Slipe Road, Cross Roads, Kingston. The store serves homeowners and tradespeople across Kingston and St. Andrew. Start with your project list and call (876) 926-3611 to ask about the items you need. Give sizes, quantities and any product names your tradesperson specified. Don't treat a department name as a promise that a particular size is on the shelf today. If you're planning several purchases, mark which items you need for the next stage of work and which can wait.
What departments does Malcolm's Hardware have?
Our departments include paint and finishes, plumbing supplies, tools and hardware, fasteners and fixings, garden and building, and electrical supplies. The shop also carries cement, steel, lumber, board and roofing zinc. Use those categories to organise your list, then ask about each specific item. For example, put the dimensions beside lumber and the required size beside a fitting. Electrical supplies are sold as parts, so have your electrician give you the specification before you buy.
How do I arrange building-materials delivery in Kingston?
Call ahead with the materials list and the delivery address. Malcolm's provides hardware and building-materials delivery across Kingston and St. Andrew, including cement, blocks, lumber and bulk orders. Delivery is quoted by order size and location. Ask for the delivery charge and proposed date before agreeing to the order. Describe the access and ask where the load can be placed. Confirm what you need to arrange at the receiving end.
Can I collect an order instead of having it delivered?
Malcolm's offers call-ahead order pickup. Call the shop to confirm your list and discuss collection before setting off. Ask which items can be prepared, what still needs confirmation and when you should arrive. Keep the final list with you so you can check the order against it. If another person is collecting, ask what information they should bring. For a bulky load, discuss collection arrangements beforehand rather than deciding at the counter how you will carry everything home.
Does Malcolm's offer contractor accounts?
Malcolm's offers contractor and trade accounts with contractor pricing. Ask the shop about the application process and current terms. Don't assume that an account includes credit, priority delivery or a particular discount. Those details need a direct answer before you plan a purchase around them. Bring a list for the job you are quoting, with quantities and required specifications. Malcolm's also quotes on large and bulk orders.
What should I bring for a plumbing purchase?
Bring your plumber's list, the measurements they specify and clear photos of the item you are trying to identify. Copy any readable product markings onto the list. Ask your plumber to confirm the required part rather than guessing from a photo alone. Malcolm's has a plumbing-supplies department and offers pipe cutting, including PVC pipe cutting. Confirm the material, length and cutting request with the shop before collection. Keep the purchase separate from the installation plan: buying supplies here is not a booking for plumbing work.
What should I check before buying paint?
Write down where the paint will be used and take the product label or a clear photograph if you want to buy the same product again. Malcolm's has a paint-and-finishes department. Ask about the stocked pre-mixed colours and the products available for your list. Staff can help you find the closest match in the stocked pre-mixed range. Check the manufacturer's product instructions for the proposed surface and ask your painter to confirm the purchase list before you order. Don't use colour alone to choose a product.
When is Malcolm's Hardware open?
The shop is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The shop is closed on Sundays and public holidays. Use those hours to plan your Cross Roads visit, and call (876) 926-3611 if your trip depends on an arranged pickup or delivery. Keep any agreed collection details with your list. If the order changes, call before you travel.
Bring your list to Malcolm's Hardware
Visit 44-46 Slipe Road, Cross Roads, Kingston. Call (876) 926-3611 to confirm the items and collection details before your trip. You can find the shop's contact details here.
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