Founded in 1948 and a fixture of Greenwood, Seattle. Known for courteous & friendly service and wide selection of green products in: lawn & garden; housewares, paint, electrical & plumbing along with water heater servicing and installation.

Greenwood Hardware (originally Gowan’s Hardware & Glass) was originally founded in 1948 by Ron & Helen Gowan who ran the business until 1977. It was then Purchased by Ron & Robin Lewis who continue to be long time residents of Greenwood/Phinney Ridge. Under their ownership the store became a member of True Value buyer’s co-op and has continued to do business as Greenwood TrueValue Hardware.  

In 1999 Mike & Endang Radice became the 3^rd owners.  Willow Yoder came to the team in 2003. Under the Radice’s ownership and Willow’s management, the store weathered two remodels and the 2007 recession.  

In March 2020, James & Willow Yoder purchased Greenwood Hardware, beginning their journey during a full-blown pandemic. Greenwood Hardware is the biggest little hardware store in Seattle; with community oriented staff – some of whom date back to the 2nd owners – and the whole Yoder family.

Greenwood Hardware specializes in products to meet the needs of all our neighbors. Whether you live in a condo, apartment, craftsman home or new construction, we have what you need along with knowledgeable staff to make your space just right.