Postage & Packaging

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Deliveries to United Kingdom

Packaging
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Discreet packaging consisting of jiffy bags, DPD branded bags, cardboard boxes or plastic containers (Mega Ready Mixed only).
• The Ready Mixed boxes feature a ‘Handle with care – Liquid’ sticker and a 'Perishable item, use by' sticker.
• There is no exterior ‘MessySupplies’ branding on any parcel
• Shipping labels may include a return address 

Inside your parcel
• All products will feature a MessySupplies branded sticker which identifies each product
• We may include branded mixing instructions and on occasion marketing / promotional material
• If you'd prefer these weren't included, please leave a note during checkout
• Unless requested we do not include an invoice or packing slip
• VAT invoice: You will receive an automated email once your order has been dispatched which includes a VAT invoice as standard

 Free Delivery
• Cart value must be at least £75, applies to UK customers only
• Delivery is within 5 business days via DPD, MyHermes, Royal Mail or Parcel Force
• Comprehensive tracking information sent to SMS and/or E-Mail
• Track online and via the DPD App
• App Upgrades: Change delivery day including upgrades to Saturday / Sunday, Collect from a Parcel Shop and Timed deliveries
• Please be aware if rerouting your package to a Parcel Shop, this may add 1-2 business days onto the delivery time
• For more info and download the app > https://www.dpd.co.uk/lp/yourdpd/

 Royal Mail Economy (5+ Business Days) 
• We aim to dispatch within 3 business days
• Sent Royal Mail 2nd Class
• Delivery is 2-3 days from dispatch, but allow up to 10 business days
• Tracking is not provided with this service

 Royal Mail Express (3-5 Business Days) 
• We aim to dispatch within 2 business days
• Sent Royal Mail 1st or 2nd Class
• Delivery is 2-3 days from dispatch, but allow up to 10 business days
• Tracking is not provided with this service

 DPD Delivery (1-3 Business Days) 
• We aim to dispatch within 24 hours, Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays
• DPD aim to deliver next day, but allow up to 3 business days
• Comprehensive tracking information sent to SMS and/or E-Mail
• Track online and via the DPD App
• App Upgrades: Change delivery day including upgrades to Saturday / Sunday, Collect from a Parcel Shop and Timed deliveries
• Please be aware if rerouting your package to a Parcel Shop, this may add 1-2 business days onto the delivery time, so time frames are not guaranteed
• For more info and download the app > https://www.dpd.co.uk/lp/yourdpd/

Next Business Day 
• Sent via DPD, Royal Mail or Parcel Force
• Order by midday for delivery the next business day
• If ordered after middayyour order may arrive in 2 business days
• DPD: Comprehensive tracking online and via the DPD App, delivered by 18:00
• DPD App Upgrades: Saturday / Sunday, Collect from a Parcel Shop or Depot and Timed deliveries
• Please be aware if rerouting your package to a Parcel Shop, this may add 1-2 business days onto the delivery time, so Next Day is not guaranteed

• Royal Mail & Parcel Force: Online tracking, delivered by 17:00
• Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

➽ Next Business Day (Delivery by 12pm)
• Sent via DPD to arrive next business day by 12pm
• Order by midday for same day dispatch
• If ordered after middayyour order may arrive in 2 business days
• DPD: Comprehensive tracking online and via the DPD App, delivered by 18:00
• DPD App Upgrades: Saturday / Sunday, Collect from a Parcel Shop or Depot and Timed deliveries
• Please be aware if rerouting your package to a Parcel Shop, this may add 1-2 business days onto the delivery time, so Next Day is not guaranteed

• Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

➽ Next Business Day (Deliver by 10.30am)
• Sent via DPD to arrive next business day by 10.30am
• Order by midday for same day dispatch
• If ordered after midday, your order may arrive in 2 business days
• DPD: Comprehensive tracking online and via the DPD App, delivered by 18:00
• DPD App Upgrades: Saturday / Sunday, Collect from a Parcel Shop or Depot and Timed deliveries
• Please be aware if rerouting your package to a Parcel Shop, this may add 1-2 business days onto the delivery time, so Next Day is not guaranteed
• Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

DPD Delivery (Saturday)
• Order anytime before midday Friday for delivery Saturday
• If ordered after midday Friday, your order may arrive the next available Saturday
• Please be aware if rerouting your package to a Parcel Shop, this may add 1-2 business days onto the delivery time, so Saturday delivery cannot be guaranteed

• DPD: Comprehensive tracking online and via the DPD App, delivered by 18:00
• Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate
• For more info and download the app > https://www.dpd.co.uk/lp/yourdpd/

Choose Delivery Date - Place in comments box / Email / LiveChat us your date
• Request a specific delivery day convenient to you
• If a date is not specified we will dispatch as soon as we can
• (This can also be achieved by using the DPD App/Tracking and changing delivery day manually)
• Minimum 2+ days from purchase, unless otherwise arranged
• Excludes Saturdays / Sundays and Public / Bank Holidays and Timed Deliveries.
• Sent via DPD or Royal Mail
• DPD: Comprehensive tracking online and via the DPD App, delivered by 18:00
• DPD App Upgrades: Saturday / Sunday, Collect from a Parcel Shop or Depot and Timed deliveries
• Please be aware if rerouting your package to a Parcel Shop, this may add 1-2 business days onto the delivery time

• We recommend contacting us before purchasing to check availability
• Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

➽ Delivery by pallet 
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UK Mainland only. Excludes Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands, Scottish Islands, all UK Islands and Channel Islands
• Delivery within 7 business days unless otherwise arranged
• Minimum weight of the pallet is 150kgs
• Ensure you've adequate facilities for accepting an arctic delivery
• Any damages / concerns must be notified within 24hrs of delivery
• Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

Additional Information
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Timescales are approximate, are subject to availability and not guaranteed in any way.
• We cannot send direct to any PO Boxes, Parcel Lockers or any other form of drop-off locations.
• During peak times, deliveries may take slightly longer than estimated
• We cannot be held responsible for any delays experienced. We do not guarantee delivery times
• You are responsible for ensuring your delivery address is correct
• We only send parcels to the address provided
• If our booking system doesn’t recognise the address provided, we may contact you for further details
• We will not re-send any order at our expense if incorrect details have been supplied
• We may, at our discretion, upgrade the postage option for orders of significant value or heavy items
• If parcels are refused delivery or returned to us because of a failed collection, this may incur additional charges which will be deducted from any refunds
• Any damages / missing items must be reported within 48hrs of delivery

     

    International Deliveries

    Customers are responsible for any import taxes/vat that may apply. For more information, please refer to your own countries government website. Failure to pay import duty may result in your parcel being returned at a premium.

    Exterior packaging
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    Discreet packaging consisting of jiffy bags, DPD branded bags or cardboard boxes
    • There is no exterior ‘MessySupplies’ branding on any parcel
    • Shipping labels / customs documents may include a return address featuring ‘MS FX’ or 'MessySupplies'

    When sending parcels outside United Kingdom, we must complete a Customs Declaration which may or may not be attached to your parcel upon delivery. The Customs Declaration may contain the following information: Company name, address and telephone, a breakdown of the products ordered (usually the chemical name and definitely not ‘gunge’) including quantity and value.

    Inside your parcel
    • All products will feature a MessySupplies branded sticker. This identifies each product
    • Branded mixing instructions and possibly marketing material will be included in your parcel
    • If you'd prefer these weren't included, please leave a note during checkout or email us
    • Unless requested we do not include an invoice or packing slip
    • If a VAT invoice is required, this is usually sent via email shortly after dispatch

     International Budget Economy 
    We aim to dispatch within 3 business days
    • This service is NOT TRACKED.
    • Royal Mail may use a third-party service within your country
    • This will be your local postal service E.G. USPS in USA or Deutsche Post in Germany
    • Delivery is usually no more than 15 days from dispatch, but Royal Mail suggest allowing up to 45 business days
    • Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate
    • If parcel is lost or not delivered, any refunds owed will be via store credit only.

    ➽ International Tracked / Signed
    • We aim to dispatch within 3 business days
    • Royal Mail International Tracked / Signed service
    • Royal Mail may use a third-party service within your country
    • This will be your local postal service E.G. USPS in USA or Deutsche Post in Germany
    • Delivery is usually no more than 12 days from dispatch, but Royal Mail suggest allowing up to 45 business days
    • Tracking can be provided if requested
    • Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

    Economy by USPS (US ONLY)
    • Dispatched within 48 hours and usually delivered within 12 business days
    • This service is only available to US customers
    • Basic tracking available
    • Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

    ➽ Express Delivery
    • Usually sent via DPD or DHL
    • Dispatched within 48 hours and usually delivered within 9 business days
    • DPD: Comprehensive tracking information sent to SMS and/or E-Mail
    • DPD: Track online and via the DPD App. More info and download the app > https://www.dpd.co.uk/lp/yourdpd/ 
    • Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

    ➽ Super Express
    • Usually dispatched via UPS, your order will be fast tracked with priority processing for dispatch within 24 hours, Monday to Friday excluding Public/Bank Holidays
    • Order by 9am weekdays for same day dispatch
    • UPS are professional, very reliable and proficient in worldwide deliveries
    • Premium delivery worldwide delivered within 5 business days
    • Comprehensive tracking information sent to SMS and/or E-Mail
    • Not guaranteed but enjoys a high success rate

    Exclusions
    • We cannot send to any PO Boxes, Parcel Lockers or any other form of drop-off points where a signature cannot be obtained. Terms and Conditions apply.
    • Some services have options to divert to drop-off locations, however we must address the parcel to a physical residential or business address
    • We’re unable to send Ready Mixed, Avalanche, Silly String, VEC and some cleaning products outside UK & EU.

    Additional Information
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    Timescales are approximate and subject to availability. 
    • If Customs hold the parcel for inspection / approval this can delay transit times and is totally out of our control so we cannot offer refunds for Customs delays.

    • During peak times, deliveries may take slightly longer than estimated
    • We cannot be held responsible for any delays experienced. We offer no guaranteed delivery times
    • You are responsible for ensuring your delivery address is correct 
    • Addresses cannot be changed once the parcel is en route. 

    • We only send parcels to the address provided
    • If our booking system doesn’t recognise the address provided, we may contact you for further details
    • 
    We will not re-send any order at our expense if incorrect details have been supplied
    • We may, at our discretion, upgrade the postage option for orders of significant value or heavy items
    • If parcels are refused delivery, this may incur additional charges which will be deducted from any refunds
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    The customer is solely responsible for any customs duties and taxes in your own country.
    • It is the customers responsibility to ensure our products can be sent to your country. If, for any reason, the parcel is disposed or refused by Customs we cannot offer a refund. If the parcel is returned to us, we will refund the product value only minus 10% admin and any returns fees incurred will also be deducted.

     

    The document was last updated January 2021.