The best home & garden pros in Lake County

“Hardware store stocking household tools, garden supplies, home decor & more.”

“Whether your kitchen stools are wobbling or you're chasing that clean mid-century look, Seats and Stools nails it with Breuer Cesca chairs, bar stools, and replacement seats and backs. Customize builds for your home bar or local spot, including logo seating, then preview the details with their 3D configurator.”

From the Belvidere newsletter, October 5, 2026

“From custom laminate to quartz and solid surface, Counter Craft is the family-run Waukegan shop turning kitchen and bath ideas into durable, good-looking reality, with over 40 years serving locals, nearly a century of combined know-how, and professional installs that make remodels feel less chaotic and more you.”

From the Waukegan newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Home-decor chain stocking a variety of furnishings, bedding, kitchenware, holiday goods & more.”

“Retail chain with a variety of signature home furniture, decor, & accessories.”

“Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.”

“RJ Furniture, Inc has been outfitting Northern Illinois workspaces since 1982 with new and pre-owned finds that don’t wreck the budget.”

From the Waukegan newsletter, October 13, 2026

“Home-decor chain stocking a variety of furnishings, bedding, kitchenware, holiday goods & more.”

“Retail chain showcasing a wide variety of brand-name mattresses, plus sheet sets & accessories.”

“When your Wheeling kitchen needs a real upgrade without drama, Novukit delivers precision-built cabinets and countertops with fast turnaround, professional service, and affordable pricing.”

From the Wheeling newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Local folks who want luxury that still feels livable should peek at Tiffany Brooks Interiors, the Chicago-area firm led by AD100 designer Tiffany Brooks.”

From the Round Lake Beach newsletter, September 13, 2026

“Whether you’re refreshing beds or building a patio, Lurvey Landscape Supply has the Park City yard dialed... bulk mulch and stone, pavers, soils, sod, drainage gear, lighting, tools, plus grass seed and fertilizer.”

From the Waukegan newsletter, September 8, 2026

“For pieces that actually hold up, O'Reilly's Furniture & Amish Gallery does custom, American-made solid wood and upholstery you can spec down to the style, size, wood, and color.”

From the Mundelein newsletter, September 11, 2026

“Part treasure hunt, part furniture rescue, The 1908 Antiques, Gifts, Furniture Restoration packs early-19th-century gems through Mid Century Modern, plus vintage tees, lamps, cookbooks, and locally made gifts.”

From the Round Lake Beach newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Whether your couch has given up or the dining chairs squeak in protest, Waukegan’s Soto’s Furniture has you covered this week with living room sets, sectionals, sleeper sofas, bedroom sets, mattresses, and decor like rugs and lamps, plus patio pieces for backyard hangs, with brands like Ashley Furniture and Coaster.”

From the Waukegan newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Your weeknight upgrade lives at The Joyful Gourmet, where curated cookware and gadgets they actually test in the event kitchen meet an intimate wine bar and lively classes, from hands-on pasta to chef demos, so you can level up dinner this week and have fun doing it.”

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Family-owned store offering bedroom, dining room, and living room sets, plus mattresses, and sofas.”

“Sectionals, recliners, sleeper sofas, dining sets, mattresses and the decor that ties it all together, Furniture Bargains Waukegan makes furnishing the house feel easy. Factory-direct vibes with brand-name options means you can actually love your sofa again... and maybe finally replace that wobbly end table.”

From the Waukegan newsletter, October 5, 2026

“BeX Furniture Outlet is that big, no-frills warehouse locals hit when the living room needs rescuing without nuking the budget. Think brand-name sectionals, bedroom sets, mattresses, dining pieces, and decor in one place, with prices that make replacing that lumpy sofa feel oddly responsible.”

From the Waukegan newsletter, September 23, 2026