Praxis DIY store

Praxis is a prominent Dutch retail chain specializing in do-it-yourself (DIY) and home improvement products. Established in 1978 in Venlo, Netherlands, the company has grown into one of the leading hardware store brands in the country. It offers a vast range of products including construction materials, garden supplies, tools, and decorative home items through various formats such as Praxis Mega, Praxis Tuin (garden centers), and the urban-focused Praxis City stores.

Since its inception, Praxis has become a household name in the Netherlands, notably through its long-standing sponsorship of popular home renovation television programs. While the brand originated as a Dutch entity, the products sold within its stores are sourced globally from multiple countries, depending on the specific category of hardware or decor.

Ownership of the brand resides with the Maxeda DIY Group, the largest DIY retailer in the Benelux region. Maxeda, which is headquartered in Diemen, Netherlands, also operates other well-known brands like Brico and BricoPlanit in Belgium and Luxembourg. In recent years, Maxeda has focused on a 'Make it Easy' strategy, integrating digital services with physical retail to maintain its market-leading position in the DIY sector.