Important customer information

 

Showroom

  • ​Unfortunately we do not currently have a showroom
  • We are an internet based business, this enables us to pass on our extra low great value pricing
  • On our websites you will find the complete assortment of standard staircases
  • Our staircases are delivered direct to the customer from our UK and Dutch warehouse facilities or the factory
Shipping
  • All prices quoted on the our websites include delivery to any address within mainland United Kingdom, The Netherlands and Belgium
  • If you require delivery to an address outside this region please contact us direct for the correct price including transport
  • Delivery is usually within 10 working days of order confirmation, please provide a daytime telephone number so that a suitable appointment can be agreed
  • Shipments are direct from our UK and Dutch warehouse facilities or the factory to site
Delivery
  • All deliveries are booked in advance with the customer and consequently we must have a daytime contact number where you can be reached to confirm the delivery (if we cannot contact you the shipment and subsequent delivery may be delayed)
  • Deliveries are made Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 and 18:00
  • All staircase deliveries are to the kerbside (the carrier will offload the goods as close to the site/property as access will allow)
  • The carrier cannot carry the goods into the site/property
  • If no-one is on-site at the agreed time or the delivery driver is unable to get a reply from the delivery address, the goods will be returned to the local depot and a re-delivery charge may be applied
  • Due to security guidelines, the delivery driver cannot call prior to delivery or whilst en-route to the delivery address
  • Title of the goods passes to the customer on delivery
Packaging
  • Large items, such as staircases, are delivered in shipping crates or cartons (on pallets)
  • Every effort is made to ensure that all goods arrive undamaged on site
  • Smaller items such as accessories may be delivered as parcels via a courier service
  • Staircase kits are a complete staircase in a crate, delivered in component form. They do not include components to make landing or stairwell balustrading, which are generally available as optional extras. Customers are advise that they are responsible for ensuring that the landing and stairwell areas are sufficiently protected in accordance with the current Building Regulations.
    The standard staircase kits are delivered in component form and do not include components to make landing or stairwell balustrading (which are available as optional extras)
Installation
  • All prices quoted on the website exclude installation
  • A detailed installation guide is provided with all staircases
Guarantee
  • All products are guaranteed for 10 years against manufacturing defects, with the exception of outdoor / exterior staircases
  • Liability is limited to the supply of replacement parts only, when it has been determined that the part has a manufacturing fault (please review our general terms and conditions for detailed information: Terms & Conditions)
  • Our guarantee excludes Fair Wear and Tear, abuse or misuse of the product, faulty installation and workmanship, plus goods which have been altered or adapted in any way
Outdoor / Exterior Staircases
  • Occasionally, the zink bath that is used to galvanize outdoor staircases may leave small drops on the treads and landing platform
  • These 'drops' cannot be removed by polishing and remain visible, part of the appearance of the staircase. This may also occcur after coating such as with the outdoor metal spiral staircase type 'Sorrento' (galvanized + powder coated)
  • For an outdoor staircase this does not compromise its durability and / or longevity but when this type of staircase has been installed indoors the finish may not be as attractive as some of our other purpose built for indoor use powder coated staircases
  • Since the technical qualities of the staircase are not compromised by the appearance of these 'drops', it is unfortunately not an acceptable reason to reject the product and to return the staircase as unsuitable
FSC Certification
  • Our staircases are made from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified sources
  • These forests are responsibly managed in accordance with strict environmental, social and economic criteria
Building regulations
  • Customers are advised that they are responsible for ensuring that the landing and stairwell areas are sufficiently protected in accordance with current safety guidelines
  • We strongly recommend that customers consult their local building standards office prior to installation to ensure the staircase fully meets their requirements
  • Customers are responsible for ensuring they obtain all necessary permissions / consents
  • Due to the diverse nature of customer projects, we are unable to certify, warrant or guarantee the suitability of products for a given project
How can I pay?
  • 1001 Stairs offers a wide range of payment methods that improve the ease of using our web shop
  • Our website works together with PayPal, a co-ordinating umbrella payment system for Mastercard, VISA, Maestro etc. 
  • With PayPal your payment process is quick, safe and secure
  • With 1001 Stairs you can purchase with the following payment methods during the order process in our web shop:
    • MasterCard or VISA credit cards – If you would like to pay by credit card then to complete the order process you will need your credit card number, the expiry date and the CVC code (on the reverse side of the card). Take care to provide the same name as specified on the credit card (cardholder name). Your payment will be authorised online, so that you know immediately if the payment has been approved. If you select this payment method we will immediately process your order after payment approval.
    • Payment in advance – Bank transfer. If you do not have a credit card, then you can use a bank transfer to make your payment. The total payment stated on the order should be transferred to the bank account of Design Solutions Direct Ltd (IBAN GB 39 LOYD 309447 49193768), please confirm your order number. As soon as we receive your payment your order will be processed.
    • Invoice (only for registered customers). After we receive your order, the staircase will be despatched and a digital invoice specifying the VAT will be emailed separately to you.
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Cancellations and returns
  • Consumers have the right to cancel within 14 calendar days of receipt of the goods (this excludes trade or professional customers)
  • All cancellations must be in writing
  • The buyer expressly accepts that the performance of the contract / product or service ordered will commence before the legal cancellation period expires
  • Exclusions to the right to cancel include custom built and made to order staircases, balustrades and accessories; modular staircases and accessories; orders which have been personalised (with for example the customer's colour choice combination); or special orders supplied to meet customer's specifications / dimensions
  • The customer is responsible for return transport costs
  • Cancellations of staircase, balustrade or accessory orders that have already dispatched from our warehouse or factory but not yet delivered to site (ie after we have commenced works or dispatched the goods), will incur a charge in accordance with the reasonable requirements of the cancelled contract for those services provided up to the point of cancellation
  • Goods must be returned to us in the same condition that they were shipped: complete, unused, undamaged and with all original packaging
  • Goods are returned at the customer's own risk
  • Our quality control team will assess returned goods prior to the refund being issued
  • Refunds are usually issued within 14 days of goods receipt, this allows for inspection of the returned item
  • Custom orders of staircases, balustrades and accessories and made to measure goods cannot be cancelled once production has started except by written consent of 1001 Stairs
Claims
  • Any complaints with regard to a shipment must be registered in writing with 1001 Stairs within 14 days of delivery
  • Later claims will not be accepted
  • If, unfortunately, a product or part is delivered faulty or damaged, we reserve the right to offer a replacement
  • Liability is limited to the supply of the replacement product or part only