If you've ever spent a lot of time wandering the aisles of your local tractor dealer, then you've probably seen plenty of equipment you need to keep a farm, ranch, or homestead running. The retailer certainly has no shortage of feed, fencing and other materials to tame the wilder parts of your property that line its shelves. There is even its own exclusive brand of tools, JobSmart, which is quite well received by users and can be used to complete all kinds of DIY tasks. These types of products are still what the company is most known for, but its range has started to expand well beyond practical outdoor gear.
Many shoppers will be surprised to learn that Tractor Supply now carries an impressive selection of home improvement items in its stores. Many of these products still focus on the needs typically associated with agricultural land – which should come as no surprise, considering that meeting those needs was the foundation on which the company was built. But there are a few other items you may not have known the store would carry that are more geared toward improving your actual living space inside and out.
For most people, Tractor Supply probably still isn't the first stop when tackling a big home improvement project, but it's good to know that you might be able to find a few things for your home on the shelves the next time you're there to pick up a spool of chicken wire or a new Cub Cadet riding mower.
1. Deck Railing Baluster from Fortress Building Products
Tractor Supply has many materials for building fences, but you may not know that the company also carries materials for building decks and guardrails for your home. These are not the sturdy outdoor materials you typically find in the store, but rather composite patio tiles and home decor pieces where aesthetics are almost as important as function.
An example of such items is the Vienna Bow Black Sand Steel Deck Railing 31-Inch Balusters from Fortress Building Products. These traditional wrought iron arches are sold in sets of 10 and are designed for use with wood, composite or vinyl. They are pre-galvanized and powder coated for maximum rust resistance and are available in three colors: Gloss Black, Antique Bronze and Black Sand.
These decorative elements are a great way to revitalize a deck or porch railing with old, rotten wooden balustrades and add some class to the project. These seem to be among the most popular options that Tractor Supply sells, but the company also offers similar metal balusters in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors, giving you plenty of customization options to match your home's style and color palette.
2. Icon shower trays
One of the biggest ways to increase the value of your home is by renovating your bathrooms. New floors and countertops are a huge blessing, but a shower renovation can be especially beautiful. Luckily, Tractor Supply sells a handful of products that can help with such a renovation, including drain screens, shower door components, and a range of Icon shower pans in various sizes.
These pans are made of a thick composite layer. They have a reinforced base to ensure durability and a textured, non-slip surface on the floor. They come with a drain molded into the tub that can be immediately drilled to fit the pipe sizes you have available. As mentioned above, the Icon shower trays are available in 21 sizes and shapes, so you should be able to find one that suits your specific needs. There are small square and large rectangular pans, a range of neo-angle pans and other, less common shapes. However, they all appear to be made of composite material and only come in white. So if you're looking for other options, you may have to visit a different hardware store.
These aren't exactly fancy, but they are relatively affordable, and installing them can be a great DIY project for anyone looking to replace their old, broken shower base with a fresh, clean one.
3. Crestview Collection Decorative Barn Doors
Do you have a hall that you would like to close off? Or maybe you have an old sliding closet door that you want to replace with something with a little more rustic charm? Then you might be interested in installing some sliding barn doors. These are not like the practical doors made of thick, cheap wood that you might find in a real barn. These are decorative pieces made from attractive materials that are intended to be both visually appealing and practical.
Tractor Supply sells a variety of decorative barn doors from two different brands: Crestview Collection and Dogberry Collections. Several models from these two brands are equipped with a metal rail that you can install wherever you need it. Tractor Supply also sells EightDoor barn doors, but they do not include the slide or mounting kit.
Sold as kits, barn doors come in a variety of sizes to fit a variety of spaces, from closets and windows to large double doors. Tractor Supply also offers a few design and color options. Some of the Dogberry doors seem to favor a herringbone pattern in darker brown tones. Meanwhile, one of the most popular sets Tractor Supply sells is the Crestview Collection Decorative Barn Door Decor (71″ x 67″) with Metal Slider, which includes two hollow core wood doors with structural Xs over the overlap stained in a faded gray color.
These types of barn doors are functional, but they serve more as decorative showpieces that are sure to attract the attention of guests and friends, rather than as the sturdiest or most practical form of sealing an entryway.
4. Aosu Solar Powered Security Cameras
Home security cameras may have seemed like an extravagance a few decades ago, but in recent years they have become increasingly affordable. Those who have been thinking about purchasing their own home security system may be pleased to know that Tractor Supply sells several kits from AOSU.
They have a few different kits and sell a range of models for indoor and outdoor use, but one of the more interesting sets is the AOSU 2K QHD 3.0MP Dual-Band WiFi Quick-Install Outdoor AI-Smart Solar Camera Pro System with HomeBase. This kit includes four wall-mounted cameras, each powered by a built-in solar panel that the manufacturer says converts 95% of sunlight into energy, so you don't have to worry about running power lines or constantly changing batteries. These cameras produce 2K QHD videos and have full-color night vision thanks to their built-in spotlights. They also feature camera-to-camera tracking, meaning the system will automatically combine footage from multiple cameras if something triggers more than one location. Once triggered, multiple alarms and a built-in smart alarm notify the user's phone with instant notifications and a preview image of what triggered the alarm.
The best part is that this doesn't require a subscription service with monthly fees. Simply purchase the cameras, install them and you're ready to go. It has 32GB of local storage that stores encrypted videos for up to 120 days. Overall, these cameras may not have many of the futuristic smart features of newer 4K Ring cameras, but they are high-resolution, easy to install, and low maintenance.
5. I can use an indoor TV antenna
A TV antenna is another piece of tech you might not expect to find at Tractor Supply, but the company actually sells several of them. Most are the larger ones that need to be mounted on your roof to get the best signal, but those who aren't interested in breaking out the ladder and attaching something to their shingles might prefer something like the Mohu Leaf Ultra-Thin Indoor TV Antenna.
This is a discreet, flat gray sheet that can be hung on the wall or mounted in the window. In fact, the Mohu Leaf is often cited as one of the best indoor TV antennas on the market. It has a range of 40 miles and features multi-directional UHF and HI-VHF elements that receive TV signals from both the front and rear. According to the description, this antenna “receives OTA DTV broadcasts in Full HD 1080p, 4K 8K UHD, NEXTGEN TV, depending on coverage area; no internet required.” The antenna comes with a 12-foot heavy-duty coaxial cable, velcro straps, and push pins. Mohu also states that the antenna can be painted if you want it to blend more seamlessly with your wall.
It should be noted that the effectiveness of the antennas varies significantly depending on the area of use. Distance from television towers, broadcast strength, and surrounding obstacles all affect the signal received.