Please note that these “commercial points of
trading” provide
an easy to understand summary to assist in the understanding of our
binding Terms and Conditions of Trade.
Notes: The placing of an order expresses
acceptance of our Terms and
Conditions of Trade. The following conditions apply to and
are deemed to be incorporated in all contracts for the supply of the company’s
services and materials. They specifically exclude any Terms
and Conditions proffered by the client.
Colour Studios Web Site: Users of the Colour Studios web
site agree to be bound by our Terms and Conditions of Trade. Colour Studios
cannot accept any liability regarding use of the site, errors on the site,
failure of the site to operate, viruses in the site or for damage of any
kind incurred whilst using the site. The user agrees not to copy material
from the site for anything other than non commercial purposes.
Estimates: An estimate is valid for acceptance for a period
not exceeding 30 days from the date of the estimate. We reserve the right
to adjust our estimate price following inspection of the actual job placed
with us and the final requirements.
Orders: An order or the acceptance of an estimate must be
accompanied by sufficient information to proceed with the order. An order
number and a project reference will be required. Any subsequent modifications
to the original specification must be communicated in writing and will
be estimated by ourselves accordingly. Please see special sections relating
to orders placed on exhibition stand services and hire services.
Terms of Payment: Colour Studios will only offer credit terms
once an account application (with these terms attached) has
been completed by you and approved by Colour Studios. The company’s
terms of payment from an established credit account is net cash payable
in full within
30 days of the date on our invoice. Invoices shall be deemed
to be accepted by you unless Colour Studios is notified in writing within
10 working
days of the invoice being issued that you dispute the amount
of the invoice. In the case of new business or non account business, payment
terms are
strictly cash, card payment or cheque (with a valid bankers
card) with order. Goods will not be released unless payment has been received
in
full. Credit card transactions will attract a 3% handling
fee.
Late Payments: Colour Studios reserves the right to charge
interest on outstanding amounts not received by the due date. Interest
will be charged at 2% above base rate charged by the HSBC Plc until the
outstanding amount is paid in full. Legal and debt collection fees incurred
by Colour Studios in relation to outstanding amounts will also be charged.
Minimum Charges: A minimum spend of £500.00 per annum is required
to maintain a credit account. Individual account transactions of under £20.00
will be held until the month end and combined with other transactions.
A £20.00 + VAT minimum monthly invoice will be applied. Cash sales
under £10.00 cannot be accepted via cheque due to administration
costs.
Exhibition Stand Services: Where an order is placed for our
exhibition stand services an initial payment of 50% of the order will
be required prior to commencement of the job. The final 50% will be invoiced
upon successful completion of the stand and will be due to be paid 30
days from the date of the invoice. If further materials and services are
required not specified in the original order these will be invoiced separately
and will be due to be paid within 30 days of the invoice date.
Hire of Goods: Goods are supplied for hire on the strict
understanding the client accepts the terms and conditions
set out herewith. The client shall be responsible for any damage caused
to the goods whilst
in their possession or before safe return to Colour Studios.
Colour Studios reserves the right to charge a £50.00 refundable
deposit when an order is placed for hire goods. Hire goods will be paid
for
in full by the client prior to despatch of the goods from
Colour Studios. Colour
Studios cannot accept any liability for damage or personal
injury however caused while hired goods are in the possession
of the client.
Extra Charges/Rush Charges: In certain circumstances a need
may arise to carry out additional work beyond that
normally expected to complete an assignment. This may include completing
urgent jobs outside
normal working hours. It may also include time spent
preparing client materials which is deemed to be additional to standard
preparation times.
On these occasions we reserve the right to levy an
additional charge for labour related costs.
Cancellation: Once placed, orders cannot be cancelled except
upon terms agreed with Colour Studios Directors which compensate work
done, materials used or specially acquired, to complete the order.
Colour Reproduction, Layout & Cropping: Without specific instructions
or a colour guide, reproduction of final colour will be deemed
faithful at the discretion of Colour Studios. Clients are
advised to give specific
instructions with reference to colour match when placing
an order. Layout and cropping instructions are welcomed but
on the understanding that unless
clear, specific and accurate instructions are given when
placing an order, layout and cropping are at our discretion.
In certain cases Colour Studios
will require you or your representative to sign a proof as
confirmation of the above particulars prior to commencement
of printing.
Copyright: By placing an order the client declares his right
to reproduce all origination supplied. The client assumes absolute liability
for any violation of copyright in any action brought by a third party
and agrees to indemnify Colour Studios against any resulting loss or damage.
Despatch: Despatch of goods will be by post, special post,
parcel carrier or our own transport and will be charged along with the
cost of packaging materials used. Goods are sent entirely at the risk
of the client or consignee.
Late Delivery: The company will use it’s best endeavours to ensure
that orders are completed within any deadlines agreed at
time of order but will not accept any liability for damages
in the event of failure
to do so. Should delay be experienced in the completion of
a job the buyer does not have the right to cancel his order
either entirely or in part.
Reservation of Title: Colour Studios retains title to the
goods until all amounts due from the client are paid. In
the event of a client being unable to pay his debts, Colour
Studios may enter the client’s
premises and recover the goods which are its property by
virtue of this clause.
Claims: Any goods rejected, or not complying for whatever
reason with the order must be notified to Colour Studios in writing within
3 working days of receipt. If required, the goods must be returned with
the originating material and inside the original packaging. The package
should be received by us within 3 working days of notification in order
for an inspection to take place.
Liability: Whilst every care is taken in handling and despatch
of client materials, Colour Studios cannot accept any liability for articles
entrusted to them. Clients are advised to insure their goods to the full
value against all risks.
Consequential Loss: Colour Studios cannot accept responsibility
for consequential loss or damage caused by errors or delay in delivery
or from any cause.
Confidentiality: You must not use any Colour Studios ideas,
systems or processes that are communicated or made available to you in
the course of our business relationship without the prior consent of the
Directors of Colour Studios Ltd.
Notes: Please note that these “commercial points of trading” are
a simplified version of our full Terms and Conditions of
Trade. Any orders placed with Colour Studios will be bound
by these full Terms and Conditions
of Trade. Please ask for a copy if required or read / download
a copy from our web site: www.colourstudios.co.uk.
