Opening a retail store? Before purchasing fixtures, start with three things: your merchandise, available floor space, and budget. The right combination of shelving, display cases, clothing racks, counters, and merchandising accessories will help create an organized, functional store without overspending. At Barr Display, we help new and established retailers find the fixtures they need, whether they're opening a boutique, convenience store, smoke shop, hobby store, or specialty retail business.
Your Essential Retail Store Fixture Checklist
Most retail stores need a combination of the following:
Gondola Shelving: Ideal for center aisles, perimeter walls, and high-volume merchandise
Slatwall Panels & Accessories: Flexible wall merchandising for hanging products and accessories
Display Cases & Showcases: Perfect for jewelry, collectibles, electronics, and specialty merchandise
Clothing Racks: Essential for boutiques and apparel retailers
Display Tables: Great for featured products, folded merchandise, and promotional displays
Checkout Counters & Cash Wraps: Create a dedicated point-of-sale area with room for transactions and storage
Shopping Baskets & Store Supplies: Everyday essentials that make shopping and store operations easier
Why Choose Barr Display?
Opening a store involves plenty of moving parts. Finding reliable fixtures shouldn't be another challenge. Since 1946, Barr Display has helped retailers find practical merchandising solutions for businesses of all sizes. With over 3,000 products in stock, we offer a wide selection of retail fixtures, displays, and store supplies.
What makes working with Barr Display different?
Free Store Planning: Our team helps develop layouts based on your store dimensions, merchandise, and merchandising goals
In-Stock Selection: Access thousands of products, with many options ready for shipment
Custom Fixture Solutions: Find configurations and specialty fixtures that complement your brand and retail environment
Purchasing Flexibility: Order individual pieces or larger fixture packages without unnecessary case-pack minimums
Nationwide Shipping & Pickup: Convenient delivery and pickup options help retailers manage logistics and shipping expenses
Experienced Support: Our knowledgeable sales team can assist with product recommendations, quotes, and project coordination
From your first layout to your final fixture selection, we're here to help make the process easier.
Shop Popular Barr Display Fixtures
Once you've identified what your store needs, it's time to select fixtures that balance durability, functionality, and appearance. Here are a few popular Barr Display solutions to consider.
Gondola Shelving
A staple for convenience stores, grocery stores, hardware stores, and specialty retailers. Available in wall and island configurations, gondola shelving helps maximize merchandise capacity while creating organized shopping aisles.
Explore Madix Metal Gondola Shelving
Black Slatwall – SKU 2830
At $88.00 per panel. A versatile merchandising solution that allows retailers to customize wall displays using compatible hooks, brackets, and accessories.
Extra Vision Tower Case – SKU 955BKD
At $380.00. Featuring a black metal frame, locking front door, and adjustable glass shelves, this tower case is ideal for displaying valuable or specialty merchandise.
80"H x 36"W Large Frameless Glass Tower Case – SKU 10950-White
At $495.00. Its tall profile and clear glass construction provide excellent product visibility, making it a great option for collectibles, awards, and featured merchandise.
Shop Large Frameless Glass Tower Cases
Black 2-Way Clothing Rack
Starting at $49.95. A practical option for boutiques and apparel retailers looking to display featured collections while making efficient use of floor space.
See How Other Retailers Bring Their Vision to Life
The best way to understand how fixtures work together is to see them in a completed retail environment. Barr Display has partnered with retailers across multiple industries to create spaces that reflect their merchandise, brand identity, and customer needs.
Alchemist's Refuge – Cincinnati, Ohio
View the Alchemist's Refuge Project
Alchemist's Refuge specializes in trading card games and collectibles. Their store incorporates Extra Vision Tower Cases with trading card inserts, large frameless glass tower cases, and black slatwall panels. These fixtures provide organized displays for valuable collectibles while maximizing merchandising opportunities throughout the store.
Bella Chica – Florida Mall, Orlando, Florida
Bella Chica created an elevated boutique environment using Barr Display's Avenue Collection. Avenue Free Standing Units and Ballet Bars with Swivel Hangbars showcase apparel and merchandise, while black nesting tables, 2-Way Clothing Racks, and deluxe checkout counters complete the shopping experience.
These projects demonstrate how selecting fixtures around your specific merchandise and brand can create a more functional and visually appealing retail space.
Ready to Open Your Store?
The right fixtures can make a significant difference in how your merchandise is presented and how customers experience your store. Planning ahead helps you avoid unnecessary purchases, maximize available space, and create a retail environment that supports your business as it grows.
Let's start planning your store!
Building a boutique? Opening a convenience store? Designing a specialty hobby shop? Send us your store dimensions, floor plan, merchandise categories, and inspiration photos. Our team will help you select the right shelving, displays, and fixtures for your space and budget.
Contact Barr Display today
Phone: 1-800-222-2702
Email: sales@barrdisplay.com
Website: www.barrdisplay.com
Let's turn your empty retail space into a store ready for business!