For over 110 years, Fairfax Lumber and Hardware has been proudly serving the Marin community with quality products, trusted expertise, and a genuine dedication to customer care. Founded in 1912, what began as a small local lumber yard in the heart of Fairax has grown into one of the Bay Area’s most recognized names in lumber, hardware, and home improvement.

From the very beginning, Fairfax Lumber has stood for craftsmanship, integrity, and community – values that continue to shape every interaction today. Generations of builders, contractors, and homeowners have turned to Fairfax Lumber not only for premium materials, but for the kind of honest advice and personal attention that only comes from a locally rooted, employee-owned company.

In 1993, Fairfax Lumber and Hardware became a 100% employee-owned company, marking a proud new chapter in its history. This transition ensured that every employee — from the lumber yard to the showroom — shares in the company’s success and takes personal pride in serving customers.

Being employee-owned means that when you walk into Fairfax Lumber, you’re greeted by people who are personally invested in your project’s success. Each team member brings a wealth of experience, a passion for helping others build, and a deep sense of responsiblity to the community they call home.

As the company continued to grow, Fairfax Lumber and Hardware recognized the need to modernize its brand while preserving its rich heritage. In 2006, Fairfax Lumber and Hardware partnered with Ivarson Brand Vision (now retired) to refresh its identity — giving the brand a cleaner, updated look that better reflected its reputation for quality, reliability, and forward-thinking service.

The refreshed identity bridged the company’s historic roots with its modern approach, helping Fairfax Lumber and Hardware stand out as both a trusted legacy brand and a leader in today’s evolving home improvement industry.

In 2008, Fairfax Lumber and Hardware launched Fairfax Green, a sustainability initiative dedicated to to promoting environentally responsible building practices. Through Fairfax Green, the company offers a wide range of eco-friendly products, including FSC-certified lumber, energy-efficient tools, low-VOC paints, and green building materials that meet California’s high sustainability standards.

Fairfax Green represents more than a product line — it’s a promise to help customers build and remodel in ways that support a healthier plant and a stronger local community. Whether you’re a contractor looking to meet green building codes or a homeowner wanting to make sustainable choices, Fairfax Lumber and Hardware is here to guide the way.

With over a century of experience and a team of knowledgeable, passionate employee-owners, Fairfax Lumber and Hardware remains committed to excellence in every aspect of lumber and home improvement. From major construction projects to weekend DIY jobs, the Fairfax team is here to provide personalized service, expert advice, and high-quality materials you can count on.

As Fairfax Lumber and Hardware looks into the future, its foundation remains the same — a dedication to craftsmanship, sustainability, and community. Together, we’re building something that lasts.