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September 2023 by Tomoya Chiken
Best Place Best WorkersPeople working here are really nice and always get us broke students with discounts. Love it here, recommend 100%
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September 2023 by Adair M.
Being a current Freshman at UIUC. Blackline Supply has been a reputable and price-effective business for anything from wood, stationary, and even adhesives. My experience of just purchasing their products has been amazing as their prices are meant for the everyday student here on campus. Blackline itself is highly aware of its low budget pricing for high quality products unlike Micheals, Blick, Target, etc... Seemingly through their clear and non-intrusive pricing they are focused on the future customer experience and enjoyment through products that offer the same results and function of their competitor products. I'm hopeful that this business will succeed financially and continue to meet student needs as these days other stores are more interested in selling expensive products that take away a student's funds faster than the overall use their products will be used for. Remember it's not the tool that makes amazing art or results it's the person.
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May 2023 by Krystofer Han
Saving arch students once a semester
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January 2023 by Riley V.
I seriously don't think I would survive without this place. As a UIUC Architecture student without a car, Blackline is a saving grace. They have some of the best customer service I've ever experienced and are always willing to help you figure out what will work best for your projects. On top of the student discount and already fair prices, they're always helping you get the best bang for your buck when they could very easily pray on the ignorance of undergraduates. Their selection is outstanding and I'm always able to find what I need. I can't give enough positive praise to this place, and it helps to know you're giving your money to such a well ran small business!
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October 2022 by sneha nallagonda
Black line has the kindest folks helping out who literally go out of their way to guide you if you’re lost, give you suggestions, do scale conversions with you, even let you take some sample materials home to try out. Not to mention they have the coolest range of materials on campus while also being affordable. Quite literally feels like Christmas when you go there ♥️
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December 2021 by Soham Dongre
Excellent shop for all structural and Architectural materials.
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September 2021 by Luis Hernandez
Great place to buy any art or architecture supplies, and the people there are really nice when trying to find anything you need.
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September 2021 by Daniel McGhee
I came to get some foam core and the service was excellent :)
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September 2020 by Vishnu Rao
Great store for Architecture coursework, almost always having stock and flexible hours with informed staff.
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December 2019 by Andres Pinto
This art and architecture model supply store is very conveniently located for students in the fine arts who dont have access to stores that are further away. Knowing that undergrads don't have access to cars and may not be as comfortable with public transportation, blackline capitalizes on this opportunity and charges much higher prices than it's competitors such as the art co-op in urbana or the hobby lobby in Champaign. Students are willing to pay the up charge because they feel they dont have a choice but the markup is pretty unreasonable
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May 2019 by Nikhil Sharma
Great place to get essential materials for projects if you're nearby, although due to its size it is limited in the amount of things it can stock.
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April 2019 by Delia Chang
Would not have survived architecture school without blackline. Owner is the sweetest person that will go out of his way to help and very knowledgeable. Typically they coordinate with the professors to stock up on materials. So just make this your first place to stop at before going somewhere else. Their materials are cut to the dimensions of the laser cutter bed, so no hassel there.
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April 2019 by Sierra Heckman
As a former employee of Blackline, I am a bit biased in this review. This business is not perfect, but excellent. Convenient location for students (beforehand you had to go all the way to downtown champaign or Urbana). Owner genuinely cares about all of the customers and staff and turns every penny he earns back into the business to make improvements. Prices are very fair. Store is small but stocks everything it can, selection is good. Great resource (both for products and project inquiries) for any kind of art/design student. Proud to have worked here for two years!
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April 2019 by Aaron Brakke
Excellent art and architectural supply store where the employees go above and beyond!
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April 2019 by Bob Bobly
Owner is great, willing to go out of his way to help people out. Great spot.
