1 THESE TERMS
1.1 These are the terms and conditions (“Terms”) on which we supply products to you, whether these are products or services, on our website (www.elevate.london) (“Site”).
1.2 Please read these Terms carefully before you submit your order to us. These Terms tell you who we are, how we will provide products to you, how you and we may change or end the contract, what to do if there is a problem and other important information. If you think that there is a mistake in these Terms, please contact us to discuss.
1.3 Are you a business customer or a consumer? In some areas you will have different rights under these Terms depending on whether you are a business or consumer. We will make this clear to you in the relevant parts of these Terms. You are a consumer if: (a) you are an individual; and (b) you are buying products from us wholly or mainly for your personal use (not for use in connection with your trade, business, craft or profession).
2 ABOUT US AND HOW TO CONTACT US
2.1 elevate.london is the trading name of Studio Visoor Limited (“We”, “Our” and “Us”) a company registered in England and Wales. Our company registration number is 11617532 and Our registered office is at Suite 3, Chatsworth House, Prime Business Centre, Raynesway, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 7SR, England. Our registered VAT number is 322909115.
2.2 You can contact Us by:
Phone: UK/ International: +44 (0)1530587277
Post: elevate.london, Customer Service, Unit 11, The Courtyard, Stenson Road, Coalville, LE67 4JP.
2.3 If We have to contact you We will do so by telephone or by writing to you at the email address or postal address you provided to Us in your order.2.4 When We use the words “writing” or “written” in these Terms, this includes emails.
3 OUR CONTRACT WITH YOU
3.1 Your order is an offer to purchase the products you have selected. At this stage, no contract exists until We decide to accept it. All orders are subject to availability and acceptance by Us.
3.2 Once you place your order, We will send you an order acknowledgement email confirming the products you have ordered (including price and the estimated lead time shown at the time of ordering). This is not an acceptance of your order. If there are any errors or you do not receive an order acknowledgement email, please contact Us as soon as possible. Our acceptance of your order will take place when We send you a despatch confirmation email or an email confirming your order has been accepted and the arrangements for delivery or collection of your products (the “Confirmation Email”). The contract between Us and you will be formed when We send the Confirmation Email.
3.3 If We are unable to accept your order, We will inform you of this and will not charge you for the product (or if We have already charged you, you will be refunded). There may be several reasons for this, some of those can include the fact that a product is out of stock, the supplier has discontinued the products you have ordered, We are unable to obtain authorisation for your payment, your order has not passed Our fraud screening process, you are purchasing an age-restricted product and We are not able to verify that you are over the required age, an item is unable to be shipped overseas to your given delivery address due to transport or import restrictions, because of unexpected limits on Our resources which We could not reasonably plan for, because We have identified an error in the price or description of the product or because We are unable to meet a delivery deadline you have specified.
3.4 We will assign an order number to your order and tell you what it is when We accept your order.
3.5 You must be 18 years old or over to place an order.
4 OUR PRODUCTS
4.1 The images and descriptions of the products on Our Site are for illustrative purposes only. Although We have made every effort to display the colours accurately, We cannot guarantee that a device’s display of the colours accurately reflects the colour of the products. Your product may vary slightly from those images. The packaging of the product may vary from that shown in images on Our Site. All measurements given are approximate.
4.2 Wood, stone and leather are natural materials and as such there are natural variations in the colour, grain and texture over which We have no control and cannot guarantee that the products you receive will be exactly as the display product, Site or catalogue image.
4.3 Some of Our products, particularly those that contain or are made from natural materials such as wood, stone or leather, may be delicate and you should avoid exposing them to heat, sunlight and other harmful elements as the exposure may cause them to tarnish, colours to fade or other damage. You should also be aware that where products contain or are made from natural materials such as wood, stone or leather their colour may appear different to that displayed on Our Site and may fade naturally over time. If you place an object on a wooden surface the area around this may darken and leave a lighter patch when you remove the object which will usually come back to the same shade as the rest of the wood over time. Sunlight affects different fabrics in different ways, but sunlight, whether direct or indirect, will nevertheless always affect fabric colour over time.
4.4 If you purchase the same products, whether in the same order or not, We cannot guarantee that the products supplied will be from the same batch and be an exact colour match.
4.5 Some of Our products are handmade (for example, pottery), bespoke or are made from natural products (for example, wood) which means that naturally there may be a slight variation in size, shape, colour and finish which may not be clearly represented by the Site image. For example, if you purchase a wooden table, the grain on that table may be different to that displayed online.
4.6 If We are making the product to measurements you have given Us you are responsible for ensuring that these measurements are correct. This includes for access purposes, as further discussed below in these Terms. You can gain information and tips on how to measure by contacting Us.
4.7 If you purchase vintage or antique pieces then you should be aware that the price of these items reflects the fact that they may show signs of wear and use, and cannot be returned or refunded unless faulty or misdescribed. Our returns policy will not apply to these items. This does not affect your legal rights. Any defects on these items (that are present at the point of sale) will be drawn to your attention. It will not be possible to reject the products, or claim a refund or repair at Our expense, in respect of any of these defects.
5 YOUR RIGHTS TO MAKE CHANGES
5.1 If you wish to make a change to the product you have ordered please contact Us. We will let you know if the change is possible. If it is possible We will let you know about any changes to the price of the product, the timing of supply or anything else which would be necessary as a result of your requested change and ask you to confirm whether you wish to go ahead with the change.
6 OUR RIGHTS TO MAKE CHANGES
6.1 From time to time, We may make changes to these Terms. You should check Our Site regularly to review the Terms that will apply at the time of your order. You will be subject to the Terms in force at the time of your order.
7 PROVIDING THE PRODUCTS
7.1 Delivery costs. The costs of delivery will usually be as displayed to you on Our Site. However, for deliveries outside of UK mainland and deliveries to any of the following postcodes AB, BT, DD, FK, GY, HS, IM, IV, JE, KA27, KW, KY, PA20- 88, PH, PO30-41, ZE and Islands, and for some large or heavy products that may require a more specialised delivery service other than Our regular one-person furniture delivery service, We may only be able to provide you with an estimated delivery cost. In these circumstances, once you have placed your order, We will contact you to confirm the cost of delivery and will only accept your order once you have confirmed you are happy with the costs of delivery. If We and you cannot agree on the costs of delivery (or We are unable to contact you) then We or you may cancel the order and, if any money has been taken from you for the products, We will refund this to you. Please see Our delivery page for more information, available here.
7.2 International deliveries and Northern Ireland – VAT and Duties. You should note that if you are purchasing products to be shipped outside the UK or EU, VAT will be deducted from the order at the checkout once you have filled in the shipping and billing information. On delivery to these countries, you may be liable for import duty and local taxes on your order, which will need to be paid to the carrier or local tax office before they will release the products. You should contact your local tax office if you require more information about this. We are unable to provide any guidance on duties or taxes.
When We will provide the products.
7.3 Before you place your order, you may be given various delivery options to choose from with estimated delivery times and dates depending on the delivery address. For orders outside of mainland UK, We may contact you to arrange delivery as set out in clause 7.1.
7.4 For certain products, you may be given an estimated lead time and We may need to contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date. This includes products being delivered by Our home delivery team(for example large furniture items such as sofas, tables etc) who will need to contact you in advance to arrange a convenient date to deliver your order. If you do not accept or arrange delivery of such product within 2 months of it being available for delivery, you will be responsible for storage costs at the rates communicated by Us to you. If you still do not accept or arrange delivery after a year of it being available for delivery,We shall cancel your order, reclaim title and (at Our option) sell the product. You will not be entitled to any refund.
7.5 We will do Our best to deliver your order to you within the timeframe We specify. However, lead times and delivery dates and times are estimates only. We cannot guarantee that orders will be delivered within estimated delivery or lead times. Delays may occur due to circumstances beyond Our control, such as delays by third party suppliers or due to Brexit, see clause 7.9 for further information. No compensation shall be due from Us to you for orders that are delivered after their estimated delivery dates and/or times. If you have any problems with your delivery or order, please let Us know as soon as possible.
7.6 If your order is shipped from Our warehouse via courier, We will send you an email containing tracking information. You will then be able to track the progress of your delivery.
7.7 In respect of furniture or large items requiring home delivery services, delivery can only be arranged once the outstanding balance has been paid in full. Subject to access restrictions, health and safety(or similar concerns) and only in respect of certain furniture items where such delivery method has been agreed, Our delivery teams will attempt to deliver the products to the room of your choice and, if required, will unpack and take away the packaging, assemble the products and place in situ. You or your representative accepting the delivery will be asked to sign the delivery note to indicate that you are happy with the condition of the products and have received the items recorded on the note – please do inspect the products thoroughly before signing. If you have any problem with your delivery please notify our delivery partner when checking and signing the paperwork, and contact Us as soon as possible. Please record any problems on the delivery note.
7.8 If Our supply of the products are delayed by an event outside Our control then We will contact you as soon as possible to let you know and We will take steps to minimise the effect of the delay. Provided We do this We will not be liable for delays caused by the event, including compensation. An event outside Our control may include pandemics, epidemics, local disease outbreaks, public health emergencies and quarantines.
7.9 In respect of our usual delivery services (excluding deliveries where clause 7.4 applies), if no one is available at your address to take delivery and the products cannot be posted through your letterbox, We will leave a note for you informing you of how to rearrange delivery or collect the products from a local depot. If you do not collect the products from Us as arranged or if, after a failed delivery to you, you donot re-arrange delivery or collect them from a delivery depot We will contact you for further instructions and may charge you for storage costs and any further delivery costs. If, despite Our reasonable efforts, We are unable to contact you or re-arrange delivery or collection We may end the contract.
Access - large items and furniture
7.10 If the products are not being delivered to a street level property or ground floor of a property, please contact Us via email to inform us how access is gained to the upper levels. You should also advise Us of any parking restrictions outside your property, such as red routes, along with any alternative parking that is available. Any special delivery conditions requested by you should be given in writing at the time of ordering and will be considered by Us and, if necessary, conditions and charges may change accordingly.
7.11 You are responsible for ensuring that the product you are ordering is of a size that can be delivered into your home. If you have any questions or concerns about sizing, please contact Us before placing your order. You should check in advance that the products will fit up stairways, through doorways and any awkward or restrictive space. If your order cannot be delivered due to access restrictions, you may request that the order be redelivered to an alternative address, to arrange this please contact Us via email. Please note that you will be responsible for all costs of storage and redelivery to the alternative address provided by you. If you do not arrange for a redelivery of the item within 2 months We shall be entitled to terminate the contract and you will remain liable for 100% of the order value and the full delivery charge as well as any storage costs.
7.12 Our delivery teams are unable to remove doors, windows or any other fixtures to facilitate the delivery. If this is required, We may be able to supply details of specialist companies in your area who will be able to assist you with this. Delivery teams are unable to attach products to walls or install any electrical products. If this is required We may be able to supply details of specialist companies in your area who may be able to assist you with this.
8 OWNERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
8.1 A product will be your responsibility from the time We deliver the product to your address. You own a product once you have paid for it in full.
9 CANCELLATION, RETURNS AND REFUND POLICY
CANCELLATION RIGHTS FOR CONSUMERS ONLY
9.1 (In respect of bespoke or made to measure orders), You may only cancel or amend your order with Us within 48 hours of the order being placed. If you cancel your order after 48 hours, you will be charged 50% of the full order value. This charge reflects the costs We will incur in attempting to resell your items. A bespoke, made to measure or made to order product is an order for products that are specially ordered from the manufacturer based on your choice of size, colour and finish as shown on your order. You will be advised of this at the time of ordering. This does not affect your legal rights.
9.2 To notify Us of your cancellation request you must do so via email at cs@elevate.london. Following any cancellation or amendment to your order any monies outstanding will be refunded against your original payment method within 14 days of the cancellation being accepted.
9.3 There is no right to cancel orders for ex-display, vintage or antique products. See clause 4.7of these Terms for more information.
9.4 We may cancel your order if We have insufficient stock to deliver the products you have ordered or We are unable to place the order with the manufacturer. If We cancel your order, We will notify you and refund you any monies you have paid in relation to the order within 14 days of your order being cancelled. We will not be obliged to offer any additional compensation for disappointment suffered.
RETURNS AND REFUNDS POLICY
9.5 We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you are a consumer, you may be able to return products to Us for an exchange or refund for any reason within 14 days of delivery, provided that the products are unused, in their original condition and packaging (including all labels and tags intact and have not been used), and do not fall within the groups of products listed in clause 9.13 of these Terms. You must include the relevant returns paperwork otherwise We will not be able to track and process it. This does not affect your legal rights. Please refer to Our returns policy for further information and to the relevant terms below.
9.6 You should note that reduced price items (including sale items) can only be exchanged or refunded within 7 days of delivery, not 14 days.
9.7 Our returns policy is offered in addition to your legal rights. When you buy products from a business, in law you have a number of rights as a consumer. These include the right to claim a refund, replacement, repair and/or compensation where the products are faulty or misdescribed.
Your right to cancel if you are a consumer under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2013
9.8 If you are a consumer, for most products bought online or via the telephone (except those set out in clause 9.13) you have a legal right under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 to change your mind and cancel this contract within 14 days without giving any reason and receive a refund, as further described in these Terms.
9.9 The cancellation period will expire 14 days after the day you (or someone you nominate) receives the products unless the products are split into several deliveries over different days in which case, 14 days after the day you (or someone you nominate) receives the last delivery.
9.10 To exercise the right to cancel, you must inform Us of your decision to cancel this contract by a clear statement (e.g. a letter sent by post or email).
9.11 If you cancel this contract, We will refund to you all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by Us). We may make a deduction from the refund to reflect any reduction in the value of the products, if this has been caused by your handling of them in a way that would not be permitted in a shop. If We refund you the price paid before We are able to inspect the products and later discover you have handled them in an unacceptable way, you must pay Us an appropriate amount. We will make the refund without undue delay, and not later than: (a) 14 days after the day We receive back from you any products supplied; (b) (if earlier) 14 days after the day you provide evidence that you have returned the products; or (c) if there were no products supplied, 14 days after the day on which We are informed about your decision to cancel this contract. We will make the refund using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise.
Items that cannot be returned
9.12 Your right as a consumer to change your mind does not apply in respect of, and there is no right under Our returns policy for you to return, the following items:
9.13.1 bespoke, made-to-measure or made to order items (including, without limitation, bespoke furniture or lighting);
9.13.2 vintage and or antique items;
9.13.3 ex-display items;
9.13.4 flat-packed items that have been assembled;
9.13.5 items that are made to order or personalised;
9.13.6 gift cards;
9.13.7 products sealed for health protection or hygiene purposes, once these have been unsealed after you receive them (this includes toiletries once they have been opened);
9.13.8 any products which become mixed inseparably with other items after their delivery.
Your legal right to reject faulty or misdescribed products if you are a consumer
9.14 If you are a consumer, We are under a legal duty to supply products that are in conformity with this contract and nothing in these Terms will affect your legal rights. Our returns policy is in addition to your legal rights. If the products you have bought from Us are faulty or misdescribed you may have a legal right to end the contract (or to get the product repaired or replaced or a service re-performed or to get some or all of your money back). We would ask that you give us an opportunity to repair the faulty product first.
If you wish to exercise your legal right to reject products you must return them to Us in accordance with clause 9.15 of these Terms. Please note that in respect of large or heavy items, such as sofas, We will send a representative to inspect the item first before We will be able to process the return. If you do not allow the product to be inspected, We will not be able to process the return.
Returning products and return costs
9.15 If you end the contract for any reason (including exercising your right to change your mind or to reject products that are faulty or misdescribed) after products have been dispatched to you or you have received them, you must return them to Us by posting them back to Us or (if they are not suitable for posting) allowing Us to collect them from you. Please follow the returns instructions provided with your order and set out set out in Our returns policy.
9.16 We recommend that you obtain proof of posting for your records, and if the products are of high value, you may wish to consider taking out insurance to protect the products whilst in transit as it or they are your responsibility until We receive them.
9.17 If you are a consumer, We will pay the reasonable costs of return if the products are faulty or misdescribed (if the costs of return are likely to be higher than Our standard delivery charge and/or are likely to exceed the value of the product, We would ask that you contact Us to discuss before returning). In all other circumstances (unless We have provided you with a free returns label) you must pay the costs of return. If you are responsible for the costs of return and We are collecting the product from you, We will charge you the direct cost to Us of collection.
9.18 Once received, We will process your refund within 14 days. Refunds will be made to your original payment method unless otherwise agreed. The timing to process an exchange may vary depending on the item being exchanged.
10 PRICE AND PAYMENT
10.1 The price of the product (which includes VAT (where applicable) and excludes any delivery charges) will be the price indicated on the order pages when you placed your order. Please see clause 10.3 for what happens if We discover an error in the price of the product you order.
10.2 We may change the price of a product from time to time, but changes will not affect any order We have already accepted.
10.3 It is always possible that, despite Our best efforts, some of the products We sell may be incorrectly priced. We will normally check prices before accepting your order so that, where the product’s correct price at your order date is less than Our stated price at your order date, We will charge the lower amount. If the product’s correct price at your order date is higher than the price stated to you, We will contact you for your instructions before We accept your order. If We accept and process your order where a pricing error is obvious and unmistakeable and could reasonably have been recognised by you as a mispricing, We may end the contract, refund you any sums you have paid and require the return of any products provided to you.
10.4 We accept payment with most types of credit and debit cards (including Visa, Mastercard and American Express) You must pay for the products and any delivery charges at the time of ordering unless otherwise agreed between Us and you. Payment must be made before the products will be despatched and before delivery can be arranged.
10.5 If you do not make any payment to Us by the due date We:
10.5.1 will remind you that payment is due and if you do not make payment to Us within 14 days of Us reminding you that payment is due, We may terminate this contract and will not supply the products to you; and/or
10.5.2 may charge interest to you on the overdue amount at the rate of 4% a year above the base lending rate of the Bank of England from time to time. This interest shall accrue on a daily basis from the due date until the date of actual payment of the overdue amount, whether before or after judgment. You must pay Us interest together with any overdue amount.
10.6 OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS
10.6.1 We may transfer Our rights and obligations under these Terms to another organisation. If you are a consumer, We will do Our best to tell you if this happens and We will ensure that the transfer will not affect your rights under the contract. You may only transfer your rights or your obligations under these Terms to another person if We agree to this in writing.
10.6.2 This contract is between you and Us. No other person shall have any rights to enforce any of its terms.
10.6.3 Each of the paragraphs of these Terms operates separately. If any court or relevant authority decides that any of them are unlawful, the remaining paragraphs will remain in full force and effect.
10.6.4 If We do not insist immediately that you do anything you are required to do under these Terms, or if We delay in taking steps against you in respect of your breaking this contract, that will not mean that you do not have to do those things and it will not prevent Us taking steps against you at a later date. For example, if you miss a payment and We do not chase you but We continue to provide the products, We can still require you to make the payment at a later date.
10.6.5 If you are a consumer, these Terms are governed by English law and you can bring legal proceedings in respect of the products in the English courts but if you live in another country, you can bring a claim in the courts which are local to you. If you are a business, any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with a contract between Us and you or its subject matter or formation (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of England and Wales and the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any such dispute or claim.
