Founder Kenneth Schuham sold paint out of his basement in order to earn enough money to support his family during the depression. With his great success Kenneth Schuham started Schuham Hardware with his three brothers and one sister, Alex, David, Sidney, and Isabelle. They purchased a building located at 3401 W. Chicago Avenue.

In the 1930's Kenneth Schuham was awarded his first major contract with the famous Chicago Stadium. Kenneth built his life on the concept of builder's hardware. He was a member of the Home Builder's Association of Chicago-land. In 1961 he was recognized for his many years of dynamic and loyal service to the association. He was a member of the National Builder's Hardware Association. In 1947, the Chicago Metropolitan Home Builder's Association voted him the most useful member.

Schuham Builder's Supply is a well established family owned and operated business. For over 73 years Schuham has flourished at several locations in the Chicago area. In 1926, Schuham Builder's Supply became one of the first distributors for Schlage locks. Over 65 years were spent at 3401 W. Chicago Ave. and 943 Spaulding Ave. In 1992 Kenneth Schuham's son, Richard moved the commercial business to 4640 N. Elston. Kenneth Schuham saw the business through growth and the move to 4640 N. Elston. Kenneth Schuham never retired and passed away in 1993 at the age of 86. The business is currently owned and managed by his son, Richard Schuham.

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