Above Ground Art Supplies

I really like Above Ground — lots of excellent products and fair prices.
I have had many poor service experiences in the Junction Above Ground however. Really disinterested, not taking the time to help or show you things, creating an atmosphere that makes it seem like the customer is bothering them by being there — it’s disappointing because it’s such a good store.
I continue to go here as it is in my neighbourhood but the service unfortunately makes me not usually enjoy the experience.

This store is jam packed with everything you could need in an art store, although not quite as large as the location in the old Victorian house downtown by OCAD.
That being said, because it is so jammed in there, often times you need to get staff to pull down merchandise from high shelves to look at particular items, and in some cases I found that the price tags were not matched to where the merchandise was, so it was slightly confusing.
However, all in all, prices are fairly reasonable and staff are friendly, and this is probably the most accessible art supply store in the neighbourhood, so I will probably return!

Above Ground is a good place for art supplies, picture frames, etc. The space is tight and stacked to the ceiling, but things are organized and clearly priced.
They have very good customer service here. The staff here are usually friendly and know where to find things. If they don’t have it, they can order it for you or check their other locations.
Parking is on the street and is usually available out front. The location is also very convenient to the Dundas and Keele bus routes, as it is located just steps from this corner.
Prices are just average, but they do have frequent sales on select items.