Term and Shipping Information
Term Policies

See These Term Policies Below:

  • Shipping Policy
  • Receiving shipments
  • International Shipping
  • Post Office Deliveries
  • Holiday shipping terms
  • Back Orders
  • Order Cancellation
  • Returns
  • Damaged Shipments
Shipping Policies

Shipping

  • When we offer Free Shipping, it is simple and basic, and really free. No increasing prices to account for free shipping. We offer you the best, honestly.
  • All our Decorative Chess Set, Stone and Marble Chess Sets Theme Chess Set selections are shipped next business day, excepting holiday rush.
  • With the Holiday Rush expect typical delays due to order volumes at that time and weather conditions. Order Early.
  • For expedited shipping, please choose the appropriate selection during ordering. For questions, Email us and/or leave a message by voice mail.
  • Note: Washington State Sales Tax charges apply only to Washington State addresses.
  • UPS does not ship to P.O. Boxes. You can request delivery for your purchase to your nearest UPS Center.
  • We now offer UPS calculated shipping. We do not add to their fee to compensate for changes they may make at shipping time. What you are charged for shipping is only what UPS charges.
  • We will send you tracking information via email to keep you informed of the delivery date. You may also check the progress of your order from our site at the very top tabs.
  • Email or call us for further information on shipping to Hawaii and Alaska and Canada.

A Special Note:

  • Because of the value of these Alabaster and Marble Chess Set selections, we use considerable care in our packaging system.
  • Every Stone & Marble chess piece and other Chess Set selection is carefully inspected before shipment. 
  • Only the highest quality Chess Sets are shipped. 
  • All our Chess Sets ship next business day unless they are not in stock, or during Holiday seasons. 
  • Large orders, custom items, special orders and out of stock items may take longer.
Return Policy

Returning a package

We are sorry for the inconvenience when a return is necessary. :(

Return a package tip: Always accept your shipment, even if you want to return it. It will save you double the cost of the return.

For your customer convenience, all our return policies have strict guidelines for your protection. The products include all our Stone & Marble Chess Sets and Boards, our Decorative Chess Set, Chess Board Games, Chess Game Tables, Chess Boards, and Chess Piece selections, including our Theme Chess Set selections and any other productsor assessories you purchase from us.

  • Never send a package back to us without contacting us first as you may need only to return a partial shipment.
  • Purchaser pays return shipping - The customer is responsible for all shipping and handling fees associated with the return.
  • Restocking Fee - A 15% re-stocking fee is required. The re-stocking fee is waived if the item is exchanged or used for credit for another purchase. 
  • Conditions of Return - No refund of any kind can be made until the original item is received.

Process of Returning a Shipment:

  • Contact us by email first within 5 days of delivery. We will give you the return address at that tiime. DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE SENDING ADDRESS as it will cause unnecessary delays.
  • You will receive a return authorization (RA) number by return email. We have a 30 day return policy if you contact us within 5 days of delivery.
  • To make the process more efficient, mark your RA number so that it is visible on the package to be returned. 
  • Keep the original packaging to return the product in, there will be less chance of damage with the return.
  • Return the package via the same carrier it was shipped to you, for tracking purposes. All ordered chess sets, boards, pieces and accessories and their components, documentation and promotional products must be returned in the exact received condition (unused).
  • To protect your return we highly recommend purchasing shipping insurance and signature delivery on any returns made, as damaged items from the return shipping can not be accepted for a refund.  
  • A very few of our products cannot be returned for any reason. We regret this but it is just not cost effective for you.
  • You may elect to exchange the product you purchased for another product of equal value for up to 30 days from the time the order was placed.  Some of our Chess Sets may also be returned in exchange for a store credit of equal value. 
Clock Warranty
  • We offer a special protection service for our decorative natural stone wall clock motors. If for any reason your wall clock's motor stops working anytime up to one year from the purchase date, we will send you a new motor free of charge. 

Please contact us if you have any questions. We love making it easy for our customers.

Support@MarbleChessBoard.com

Backorder Policy

Out Of Stock/Back Orders

Our purchasing department is second to none in the industry.  Our systems control back orders and keep them to a minimum for your convenience. Customer satisfaction is our primary goal.  If an item you purchased is backordered, we will contact you with further instructions.

Damaged Goods Policy
Damaged or Defective Shipments 
  • Contact us within 5 days: Our packing system is unsurpassed in detail and care. However, if the item you receive is damaged or defective in any way, you have 5 days to let us know, and we will issue either a full refund, or a replacement, as soon as we receive the damaged item back for verification. Refer to our Return Policy for further instructions.
  • Contact us by email: Please contact us by email us as soon as you know it is damaged. We want to give you easy instructions for the correction. If you notify Marblechessboard within the time frame we allow, the item will be replaced free of extra charges. If we receive notice after this limited time (5 days) we will not honor any damage claims. Your email serves as a receipt and verification.
  • Verify damage via email to us: Please email us for clarification of our policy. We ask for returns to verify damage, to match Chess Pieces and Chess Sets for replacement and also to prevent reoccurances.
  • Shipping Tip - Do not refuse the package - In inspecting the package upon delivery, you note there is visible damage, examine the extent and type of damage visible on the package. Do not refuse the package, as this just adds to the cost for you in the end. UPS sometimes will call for an inspection of the package if damage is claimed. They have 5 business days to do this. They rarely do this inspection, but it is a possibility.
International Shipping

Including Canada 

We are happy to ship internationally. Fill out the appropriate form at checkout. Or email us if you do not find one. We answer with 24 hours.

No P.O. Box Delivery

Post Office Box Deliveries

No deliveries are made to Post Office Boxes due to UPS and FED EX policies. Contact your nearest UPS service center and arrange to have it delivered there.
Holiday Shipping Terms

Holiday Shipping

Our Christmas Holiday season is from November 15 to December 24th. Orders during that time are nonreturnable. For damages, check our Damage Policy in this section. 

Returns for other Holiday seasons follow the normal return policy.

Multiple Packages

Note: Products may ship in separate packages, from different warehouses and may arrive separately for our customers convenience.

  • At times, one of our warehouses may be out of part of the order, and we have to order it from another warehouse.
  • You will be informed with tracking information. We handle the process and notify you. 
Order Cancellation
Canceling your Order
  • Contact us by phone: Immediately - If you need to cancel or change your order. The faster you contact us, the more time and money it will save you.
  • CALL right away: Send an email also to act as receipt and verification that you notified us.  
    • If your order has been processed (paid for), but not shipped, and you want to cancel, you will be charged $5.00 for processing.
    • If your order has been shipped, our Return Policy (in this section) is followed.
  • Timing is important: This charge does NOT refer to changes in your order before shipping. We are more than glad to assist you in a change of order, free of charge, if it has not been shipped.

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