The History of Moore Lumber & Hardware
Since 1946, Moore Lumber & Hardware has served Colorado communities with integrity, quality, and a family-first attitude. From humble beginnings in Shawnee to becoming a top-150 hardware and building supply dealer nationally, our history reflects decades of dedication to customers and community.
In 1946, William Sr. founded a planning operation in Shawnee, CO. With a passion for creating high-quality wood products, William Sr. started the business in a small workshop with just a few employees.
The following year, in 1947, William Sr. expanded his business by opening the first Moore Lumber Co. in Bailey, CO. The new business focused on selling lumber and building materials to contractors and do-it-yourselfers in the area.
As the demand for building materials grew in the post-war era, so did the success of Moore Lumber Co. William Sr. invested in new equipment, hired additional staff, and opened several more locations in Colorado over the years.
In 1951, the company officially changed its name to Moore Lumber & Hardware, reflecting its expanded focus on providing not just lumber, but also a wide range of hardware and building supplies to its customers.
In 1972, William Jr. joined the family business, bringing with him a fresh perspective and a commitment to modernizing and expanding the company’s operations. Under his leadership, Moore Lumber & Hardware continued to grow and evolve, adding new products and services to meet the changing needs of its customers.
In 1982, Moore Lumber & Hardware expanded once again, opening a new location in Castle Rock, CO. The new store quickly became a popular destination for contractors, builders, and homeowners in the area, offering a wide range of building materials and hardware supplies.
In 1990, Moore Lumber & Hardware expanded further by opening a new location in Elizabeth, CO.
In 1997, Moore Lumber & Hardware became affiliated with Ace Hardware, a leading retailer-owned cooperative in the hardware industry. This affiliation allowed the company to expand its product lines even further.
In 2001, the company opened a new location in Bennett, CO.
In 2008, William III joined the family business. In early 2013, the company opened a new location in Pine, CO.
In 2015, Moore Lumber & Hardware acquired Douglas Lumber in Castle Rock.
In 2020, the Castle Rock location expanded and became an Ace Hardware store.
Today, Moore Lumber & Hardware remains a family-owned and operated business with multiple locations throughout Colorado. In 2023, the HBSDealer Top 150 leaderboard recognized Moore Lumber & Hardware as one of the top performers in the hardware and building supply industry.