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ACE Mega Center

Hardware and home center on Union Road in Cole Bay.

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Why Go

ACE Mega Center on Union Road brings the familiar ACE Hardware brand to St. Maarten's home improvement market. For residents, property managers, and contractors, having two major hardware retailers on the island (ACE and Kooyman) means competitive pricing, different brand selections, and the ability to find specialized products that one store might stock while the other does not.

The Experience

ACE Mega Center occupies a Union Road location in Cole Bay, one of the Dutch side's main commercial corridors. The ACE brand is recognized internationally as a cooperative of hardware retailers, which typically translates to a product selection that blends global brands with locally relevant inventory. The 'mega center' format suggests a footprint large enough to stock a comprehensive range: tools, fasteners, plumbing supplies, electrical components, paint, garden equipment, outdoor furniture, cleaning products, and the miscellaneous hardware that property ownership on a Caribbean island constantly demands. Union Road's commercial density means you can combine a hardware run with other errands — Jin Xiu Chinese Restaurant, Victor's Cosmetics, and Beautylicious are all in the immediate area. For island property owners, having ACE as a second option alongside Kooyman ensures that most building and maintenance needs can be sourced locally without resorting to imported shipments.

What to Try

Compare prices with Kooyman on Brouwer Road for major purchases — competition between the two stores benefits buyers. Ask about seasonal promotions and bulk pricing for larger projects. Hurricane preparation supplies should be purchased well before storm season.

Insider Tip

ACE stores globally participate in cooperative buying programs, which sometimes means products and brands not available at Kooyman. For specific US-brand tools or products, ACE may have better availability due to its American cooperative network.

The Practical Stuff

Located at Union Road 89, Cole Bay. Contact for hours and product availability. Near Jin Xiu Chinese Restaurant, Victor's Cosmetics, and Beautylicious. Major hardware and home improvement center.

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