🚚 Delivery Policy and Damages – International Marble
At International Marble (intmarble.com), we pride ourselves on providing a transparent, reliable, and professional delivery service for all natural stone tiles and marble products. Due to the weight and delicate nature of natural stone, deliveries are handled with care, in partnership with leading pallet network couriers across the UK, Ireland, and EU.
📦 Packing and Handling
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All tiles and stone products are securely packed in wooden crates or robust polystyrene packaging, then placed on heavy-duty pallets.
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Each pallet has a maximum weight capacity of 1000 kg. Orders exceeding this limit will be shipped on multiple pallets.
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We only use professional third-party couriers experienced in transporting fragile goods.
💷 Delivery Costs
Delivery charges are calculated per pallet and vary depending on location, service speed, and any access restrictions.
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Northern Ireland & Ireland: £99 per pallet (next-day service)
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Most UK Areas: £99 per pallet for orders under £999
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EU Deliveries: From £250 per pallet (5–7 working days)
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All prices exclude VAT
➡️ For an accurate quote, please contact our sales team at cs@intmarble.com or call 02841762221.
⏰ Order Cut-Off Times
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Orders placed before 12:00 pm (midday) qualify for same-day dispatch.
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Orders placed after 12:00 pm will be dispatched the following working day.
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Saturday orders are processed on the next business day.
🗓️ Delivery Days & Customer Responsibility
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Couriers may provide an ETA call on the day of delivery (not guaranteed).
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A responsible person must be present at the delivery address to receive the order.
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If delivery is attempted and no one is available, a re-delivery fee of £49 per pallet will apply.
🚛 Delivery Vehicle and Offloading
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Deliveries are made on large trucks fitted with tail-lifts for kerbside offloading.
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Customers must advise of restricted access areas (e.g., narrow lanes, weight restrictions).
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Smaller vehicles can be arranged, but additional charges may apply.
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Kerbside delivery only – drivers are not insured to carry goods into properties. Direct placement into a property is at the driver’s discretion.
❗ Damages and Inspection Policy
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All goods must be inspected upon delivery.
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If visible damage is present, please write “DAMAGED PRODUCTS” on the delivery note.
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Report damages to cs@intmarble.com within 24 hours of delivery.
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Photographic evidence of damaged products and packaging is required to process insurance claims.
🚧 Additional Notes on Natural Stone
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Stone Variation: Natural stone may include veining, shade variation, and minor imperfections – these are not defects but part of the stone’s unique character.
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Installation Allowance: We recommend ordering 10% extra tiles to cover cuts, breakages, and natural waste.
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Minor Chips: Small chips may occur during transit and can often be used for cuts without affecting installation quality.