TERMS  &  CONDITIONS

Welcome to Below Antiques & Interiors.

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website located at www.belowantiques.com and any purchases, sales, or services offered through the website.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

1. About Below

Below Antiques & Interiors
soniya@belowantiques.com

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to buy, sell, or otherwise transact through our website. By using our website, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

3. Products and Services

We specialise in the purchase, sale and sourcing of antique, vintage, collectible, and historical items.

All descriptions, photographs, dimensions, and details are provided to the best of our knowledge. Due to the nature of antiques:

Items may show signs of age, wear, restoration, repair, or imperfections.

Colours may appear differently on various devices.

Measurements are approximate.

Historical information and provenance are based on available records and information.

All items are sold subject to availability.

4. Purchasing Items

When placing an order:

You agree that all information provided is accurate and complete.

Orders are subject to acceptance and availability.

We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason.

Prices displayed on the website are subject to change without notice.

A contract is formed only when we confirm acceptance of your order.

5. Pricing and Payment

All prices are displayed in Pounds (GBP) and include or exclude taxes as stated.

We accept payment methods displayed at checkout.

We reserve the right to:

Correct pricing errors.

Cancel orders affected by obvious pricing mistakes.

Refuse transactions where fraud is suspected.

6. Shipping and Delivery

We will make reasonable efforts to dispatch items within the stated timeframe.

Delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed.

We are not liable for delays caused by:

Couriers

Customs authorities

Weather conditions

Events beyond our reasonable control

Risk in goods passed to you upon delivery.

7. Returns and Refunds

Consumer Purchases

If you are purchasing as a consumer, you may have statutory rights under applicable consumer protection laws.

Unless otherwise stated:

Return requests must be made within 14 days of receiving the item.

Items must be returned in the same condition as received.

Refunds will be processed after inspection of the returned item.

Non-Returnable Items

We may refuse returns for:

Custom orders

Special-order items

Items damaged after delivery

Items altered by the buyer

Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the item was incorrectly described or faulty.

8. Selling Items to Us

If you offer an item for sale to us:

You warrant that:

You are the lawful owner

You have the right to sell the item

The item is not stolen, counterfeit, or subject to any legal dispute

Any information provided regarding provenance or authenticity is accurate to the best of your knowledge

‍ ‍We reserve the right to:

Refuse any item

Request proof of ownership

Conduct verification checks

Report suspicious items to relevant authorities

Payment for accepted items will be made according to the agreed terms.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including:

Text

Images

Logos

Graphics

Product descriptions

Website design

is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content without our prior written consent.

10. User Conduct

You agree not to:

Use the website unlawfully.

Submit false information.

Attempt unauthorised access to our systems.

Interfere with website functionality.

Upload malicious software or code.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for breaches of these Terms.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential losses.

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the relevant transaction.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot legally be excluded.

12. Website Availability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the website.

We may:

Modify content

Suspend services

Remove products

Update functionality

13. Privacy

Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information.

14. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including:

Natural disasters

Government actions

Strikes

Transport disruptions

Internet outages

15. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

16. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time.

Changes become effective when posted on this website.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

17. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

Below Antiques & Interiors
Soniya@belowantiques.com

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.