Household hardware, or simply,
hardware, is a general term for equipment that can be touched/held by hand such as
screws,
nuts,
washers,
keys,
locks,
hinges,
latches, handles,
wire,
chains,
belts,
plumbing supplies,
electrical supplies,
tools,
utensils,
cutlery and
machine parts. Household hardware is typically sold in
hardware stores.