Business Details
Your Trusted Source for Paint, Hardware & Design Solutions
Wallauer Decorating Stores has been serving homeowners and professionals across Westchester, Putnam, and Rockland Counties for over 85 years. As a family-owned business with 16 convenient locations, we specialize in providing premium Benjamin Moore paints, stains, and specialty coatings that deliver unmatched durability and performance. Our expert team offers personalized color consultations, helping customers navigate over 3,000 color options to find perfect matches for any project. Beyond paint, we offer comprehensive design services including custom window treatments, wallpaper selection, and interior decor solutions. Our commitment to quality extends to our hardware departments, which stock everything from lawn care equipment to power tools. With dedicated design centers at each location, we combine product expertise with hands-on support to ensure every customer achieves their vision.Our staff's extensive experience in residential and commercial applications makes us a trusted partner for both small touch-ups and large-scale renovations. We maintain strong relationships with local contractors while remaining accessible to DIY enthusiasts through our knowledgeable counter service. Our investment in trained design consultants ensures clients receive professional guidance for window treatments, color schemes, and home decor choices. By carrying both established brands and innovative products like Hunter Douglas window solutions, we provide complete home improvement resources under one roof.
Services
Paint Supply
Interior Design
Window Treatments
Hardware Sales
Color Consultation
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 85+ years serving local communities
- 16 locations offering convenient access across three counties
- Certified Benjamin Moore Master Dealer status
- Dedicated design consultants with 10+ years average experience
- Comprehensive product selection from trusted industry brands
What people say
Great customer service
Helpful staff
Excellent selection
Professional design consultants
Knowledgeable experts
Services
Paint Supply
We offer the complete line of Benjamin Moore paints, stains, and specialty coatings. Our inventory includes low-odor formulas, scrubbable finishes, and products specifically formulated for kitchens and bathrooms. With over 3,000 color options available, our stores provide both standard and custom-tinted paints to meet professional and DIY needs. Each location maintains trained staff to help customers select appropriate products based on surface type, durability requirements, and application methods.
Interior Design
Our design centers provide comprehensive interior design services focusing on window treatments, color consulting, and home decor solutions. Certified designers assist with fabric selection, wallpaper choices, and coordinating complete room transformations. Services include in-home consultations, product samples, and installation coordination for window coverings and decorative elements. Designers maintain ongoing education about current trends and product innovations to provide up-to-date recommendations.
Window Treatments
We specialize in Hunter Douglas custom window treatments including blinds, shades, and shutters. Our design consultants provide personalized recommendations based on window dimensions, light control needs, and aesthetic preferences. Services include professional measurements, product selection guidance, and installation coordination. Staff receive ongoing training directly from manufacturers to ensure accurate product knowledge and proper installation techniques for all window treatment solutions.
Hardware Sales
Our hardware departments stock lawn care equipment, power tools, and home repair supplies. Inventory includes fertilizers, garden tools, plumbing fixtures, and electrical components. Staff assist customers with product selection for both professional contractor needs and DIY projects. Stores maintain common replacement parts and specialty tools to support immediate project requirements while offering ordering capabilities for specialized items.
Color Consultation
We provide expert color consulting services to help customers select optimal paint colors for residential and commercial spaces. Consultants use digital visualization tools and physical samples to demonstrate color interactions with natural and artificial lighting. Services include in-home evaluations, complementary color pairing, and sheen recommendations based on surface type and usage requirements. Our color experts receive specialized training from Benjamin Moore to ensure accurate color theory application.
People
Laura Nally
Design Manager
With over 15 years at Wallauer Decorating Stores, Laura specializes in window treatments and color consulting. She combines technical expertise with trend knowledge to create cohesive design solutions. Her clients praise her responsiveness and ability to translate design concepts into practical applications.
Lexi
Design Consultant
Lexi focuses on Hunter Douglas window treatments and Benjamin Moore color selections. She assists customers with both in-store and in-home consultations, emphasizing functional and aesthetic considerations. Clients highlight her attention to detail and patient approach to decision-making.
Jackie Fitzpatrick
Window Treatment Specialist
Specializing in custom window solutions, Jackie brings 12 years of experience to Scarsdale location customers. She coordinates measurements, product selection, and installation timelines while maintaining focus on client preferences and budget considerations.
Karen Kennedy
Design Consultant
Karen provides comprehensive design guidance at the North White Plains location. Her expertise spans paint color selection, wallpaper patterns, and window treatment coordination. Customers appreciate her thorough approach and practical recommendations for whole-home design projects.
Susan Chan
Hardware Specialist
Susan assists customers with tool and equipment selection at the Scarsdale store. She provides product knowledge about lawn care equipment, power tools, and home repair supplies while maintaining focus on practical application requirements.
Questions
What paint brands do you carry?
We are the exclusive Benjamin Moore Master Dealer for our region, offering their complete line of interior and exterior paints, stains, and specialty coatings.
Do you offer design consultations?
Yes, all locations provide free in-store design consultations with certified consultants. We also offer in-home consultations for window treatments and whole-room design projects.
Can you help with color selection?
Our trained color consultants provide personalized assistance using digital visualization tools and physical samples to help you find perfect paint colors for any space.
What window treatment options are available?
We feature Hunter Douglas custom blinds, shades, and shutters. Our design team helps select appropriate solutions based on light control, privacy needs, and aesthetic preferences.
Do you have stores outside Westchester?
Currently we serve Westchester, Putnam, and Rockland Counties through our 16 local locations. We recommend using our store locator to find the nearest location.
What hardware products do you stock?
Our hardware departments include lawn care equipment, power tools, plumbing fixtures, electrical supplies, and common replacement parts for home improvement projects.
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