DEFINITIONS
Custom / customised products / orders is defined as:
Any bespoke piece that is altered or amended by our design team or associated designers in any way to meet a specification outside of the stock product’s original parameters. This does not include colour selection from our pre-set chart on standard products, nor the input of text i.e. a name for products that require such information as standard.
QUOTATION
Unless otherwise stated a quotation is open for acceptance for a period not exceeding 30 days from the date of supply.
PRICE
Dynamite Sign reserves the right to alter prices without notice and all prices quoted are strictly estimations and may be subject to subsequent alterations if circumstances deem it to be reasonable. This decision rests with Dynamite Signs Ltd. .
MINIMUM ORDER
Due to the high cost of processing and transportation a minimum order charge of £100 will apply on all custom products, unless otherwise stated.
VAT
All prices quoted are subject to VAT at the subsisting rate.
CONFIRMATION OF ORDER
An order or an acceptance of a quotation must be accompanied by sufficient information to enable Dynamite Sign to proceed with the order. Any modifications must be agreed in writing and reference must be made to any special quotation, which has been given. All telephone and verbal orders must be confirmed in writing immediately. All communications relating to orders should specify the number and date of the original order together with a description of the goods. Dynamite Signs will accept no responsibility for losses arising from non-observance of these requirements.
RESERVATION OF TITLE
Dynamite Signs retains the 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, the company may enter the client’s premises and recover the goods, which are its property by virtue of this clause.
TURN AROUND
Dynamite Signs aims to complete all projects in 7 working days (Monday to Friday inclusive), unless otherwise stated by a member of our team. The 7 working day period for custom orders begins only when the client has approved final artwork and until such time the order and its turnaround time will be unspecified. Delivery time is in addition to the average production turnaround and this must be considered before placing an order.
DELIVERY
Dynamite Signs will use its best endeavours to ensure that orders are completed within the time stated above but will not accept any liability for damages in the event of failing to do so. Should delay be experienced in the completion of an order the buyer does not have the right to cancel the order either entirely or in part if any works have begun.
APPLICATION SURFACE: STRUCTURAL
While Dynamite Signs Ltd will advise on the most suitable products for each application surface, it remains the customer’s sole responsibility to check the application surface and ensure its structural suitability before placing an order. Any damage caused to an application surface (e.g. glass partitions, windows, walls, floors (all construction types) etc.) remain the sole responsibility of the customer even if damage is caused after interaction with any product or service supplied by Dynamite Signs Ltd. When fitting vinyl's or etch & digital prints to glass we cannot accept any responsibility for stress cracks or thermal stress cracks as this is out of our control and temperature dependent. We also state any sign or light fittings are check every 12 months for structural safety, after 12 months this is the customers responsibility.
APPLICATION SURFACE: SITE PREPARATION
Surfaces that require preparation include textured walls, fragile structures, floors or surfaces that have broken down over time including but not limited to poor paint works and finishes. All painted surfaces must be left undisturbed to fully cure for a minimum of 4-6 weeks unless otherwise stated, as different material will vary.
APPLICATION SURFACE: UNUSABLE SURFACES
An unusable surface is defined as those which are heavily textured, fragile or show signs of excessive expansion and/or shrinkage, or those which alter due to extreme temperature changes from the physical environment including air-conditioning and heating systems. This list is not exhaustive. If you wish to place a graphic near a heat or cooling source, you must inform Dynamite Signs at the first point of contact before quotation.
REMOVABLE MATERIAL
Whilst we use industry recognised removable material, Dynamite Signs Ltd do not accept liability for damage caused to the application surface. For more information contact our sales team at info@dynamitesigns.co.uk
SHELF LIFE AND SERVICE LIFE OF OUR PRODUCTS
The shelf life is defined as the maximum length of time that the material can remain unused before experiencing performance decrease.
The service life is defined as the minimum length of time that our material will reliably stay fixed on a surface.
Our vinyls have a shelf life of approximately 12 months, this includes any time after the product has been delivered and before the vinyls are applied to the intended surface. The service life of our materials varies depending on the type of vinyl chosen. If you wish to know the service life of a specific vinyl item please contact us.
There may be other factors out of our control that reduce the service life of our vinyls, for example an improper application surface or incorrect storage after the product has been delivered. This list is not exhaustive. Dynamite Signs is not responsible for a reduced service life as a result of factors out of our control.
REMOVAL OF GRAPHIC/S
We have different materials that will remove with different levels of damage to the surface. Please note, we cannot guarantee that the surface underneath will not be damaged. Removable materials does not guarantee no damage. We recommend for adhesive vinyls using a heat gun or hair dryer to gently soften the glue to help removal but this also does not guarantee no damage. We also suggest the correct tools for removal. Further details on request to info@dynamitesigns.co.uk
FLOOR GRAPHICS
Whilst we use industry recognised floor graphic materials that are specifically designed for purpose, Dynamite Signs accepts no liability for trips, slips, falls and surface damage that occur as a result of there use. It is the consumer’s sole responsibility to account for all graphics, specifically floor stickers, in health and safety risk assessments. Customers are also responsible for monitoring the health of the graphics after they have been applied taking all steps to ensure safety remains paramount.
VEHICLE GRAPHICS
Whilst we use industry recognised vinyl and wrap materials that are specifically designed for purpose, Dynamite Signs accepts no liability for damaged to vehicle paintwork or surface damage that occur as a result of their use or removal, please contact us for removal which even after years will most likley be damaged free if one of our authorised staff remove the films. It is the consumer’s sole responsibility to account for all graphics, specifically OME paint work or local accident repair works.
INSTALLATION: OUR TEAM
The price of installation is calculated based on an approximate duration of a job and can increase onsite if a customer makes any alterations to the agreed visuals. Any alterations that increase the installation length will be charged at £55.00 an hour ex VAT per installer.
Installation generally will not be confirmed until artwork has been agreed. However, installation can be ‘pencilled in’ on agreement that artwork will be submitted 7 full working days before the proposed date. Dynamite Signs reserves the right to cancel if the artwork is not submitted by the requested date, irrespective of monies paid.
The customer remains solely responsible for the preparation of the application surface and its easy accessibility before the installation crews arrive on site. If the standards are not met the installation team have the right to leave the site immediately and the customer will be charged in full for that installation. Any subsequent bookings will be chargeable in addition to any fees already paid to date. The decision on whether a surface is suitable for installation rests solely with our lead installers. However, if the customer insists on installation they can sign ‘the waiver’ that states they lose all rights to claim against any and all damage, peeling and bubbling or visible defects to the graphic caused by the surface. This list is not exhaustive; please ask for the waiver for more information.
INSTALLATION: SELF INSTALLATION / THIRD PARTY
Dynamite Signs Ltd accepts no liability for damage caused by installation by self-installation or by any third party not authorised by Dynamite Signs including but not limited to painters and decorators, other graphic installers and self-application. Self-application is defined as installation by anyone associated with the end user and/or purchase agent who is not a professional authorised by Dynamite Signs Ltd. Third party installation should not be booked before the products supplied by Dynamite Signs Ltd are delivered and checked thoroughly by the purchaser. Dynamite Signs Ltd is not liable to pay any fees associated with a third-party installer if the graphics are delivered later than estimated or in some way faulty.
REMOVAL: OUR TEAM
Dynamite Signs Ltd offer a removal service of graphics however once again, we cannot guarantee the surface condition. We do not take any responsibility for any damage caused during the removal process and it would be the clients responsibility to repair the surface if any damage occurs during removal. Once repaired, any new graphics can be applied however this is very unlikely to happen in the same visit.
Dynamite Signs Ltd does not take any responsibility for the damage caused and it is the clients responsibility to repair the surface. This is in any case, even if there is a problem with the print that is not the clients fault. We are not responsible for the surface.
It is up to the discretion of Dynamite Signs Ltd as to whether they decided to conduct any remedial works on site. This may include such works as priming the surface or silicone / filling areas where necessary, however this does not guarantee that the material will not lift or peel.
We will always do our best to ensure materials don't lift off or peel, but wall surfaces, floors surfaces and paints are so varied, we can't take responsibility for this, and it is our discretion to choose what to do.
REMOVAL: SELF REMOVAL / THIRD PART
Dynamite Signs Ltd cannot guarantee the final surface finish once a vinyl has been removed. We do offer different materials that will remove with different levels of damage to the surface. Removable materials do not guarantee no damage. We recommend for removal of adhesive vinyl using a heat gun or hair dryer to gently soften the glue to help removal however this also does not guarantee no damage.
Please note, in some instances glue may be left on the surface. This is the clients responsibility to move and can be done with a hair dryer and a cloth. Failing this, sanding may be required to smooth out the surface.
ARTWORK
Vector artwork must be submitted in an original file, which must be saved as an .ai, .eps or .pdf file. All files need to be submitted ready to print unless an artwork service is included in the order or otherwise stated. Any amendments needed beyond that which is normally expected will be chargeable at £50 per hour per artworker.
All images for wall murals must be submitted as high-resolution jpeg or tiff files (at least 150dpi at 100% or 300dpi at 50%). Whilst Dynamite Signs Ltd will endeavour to advise on the most suitable images for purpose, however all images will lose a degree of quality when scaled up to the size of a wall. Dynamite Signs Ltd will print a sample for all custom wall murals as standard to check the quality. In instances where quality falls below the expected standard at a viewing distance of a meter, Dynamite Signs Ltd will send the customer the printed sample to decide if they wish to proceed with the selected image.
If deadlines of artwork submission are communicated, the purchaser and all agents associated with them must adhere to the timeline. If this timeline is negatively altered due to missing submissions, Dynamite Signs Ltd holds the right to change the delivery date or delay or cancel installation, irrespective of the graphics purpose including if they are needed for specific date or event.
ARTWORK DIGITAL FILE OWNERSHIP
All edited and custom design files remain the sole property of Dynamite Signs Ltd even if they contain elements of predesigned work. In this instance, edited artwork is any files that are adapted or altered from their original form beyond that which is expected with print and or cut preparation.
Electronic copies of files can be made available for a fee that is determined by the Dynamite Signs Ltd sales team at the point of request.
COPYRIGHT
By placing the order, the client declares they hold the right and correct licences to reproduce all text, images, artwork and digital files supplied. The client assumes absolute liability for any resulting violation of copyright in any action brought by a third party.
RETURNS
Dynamite Signs Ltd offers a 30-day returns policy that commences on the date an order is placed for products in their original condition and packaging. Refunds are not accepted on custom products but are available on all stock items.
Dynamite Signs Ltd doesn’t take responsibility for damage to either the product itself or the application surface during installation or removal. Nor is liability acknowledged for damaged occurred in storage after the product has been delivered.
INSURANCE
Dynamite Signs Ltd advises the client to insure the materials for their full value against all risks, loss or damage at all times including but not limited to fire, water and smoke damage or other accidental damage or acts of God.
GOVERNING LAW
These terms and conditions are governed in accordance with English and Welsh law. Consequently, the courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction of any claim that arise in connection with this incorporated agreement, including but not limited to non-contractual disputes or claims.
EVENT INSTALLATION
The client is responsible for telling us true and accurate event dates and timings. This includes access timings agreed in your contract with the event venue for installation and de-rig. Dynamite Signs Ltd may contact the event venue directly to discuss alternative access timings, however any agreed timings outside of your venue contracted times will apply to Dynamite Signs Ltd only and not the client.
Dynamite Signs Ltd reserves the right to contact the venue directly to discuss topics that include but are not limited to: venue access, risk assessments and method statements.
STORING GRAPHICS
In the instance that your event/install is postponed and we have already produced some or all of your branding, we may be able to store any items that can be reused at a later date. A storage fee will apply and the amount will be subject to our discretion. Before a storage period is agreed, we require any outstanding balance on the invoice to be paid.
If items have already been despatched, the client is responsible for arranging safe storage of the branding. If the client wishes to return the items to us for storage in our warehouse then a storage period and storage fee must be agreed before the items are sent to us. Additional shipping charges may apply if you wish us to arrange a collection, and also when the items need to be shipped out again.
Dynamite Signs Ltd cannot guarantee that all items will store well and be able to be used at a later date. Some items have a shorter shelf life than others, and storage methods may decrease the service life of items.
If branding items are unsuitable for reusing at the future event date, the client is liable to pay for those items to be produced again.
FORCE MAJEURE
Dynamite Signs Ltd shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform any of its obligations if the delay or failure results from events or circumstances outside its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, strikes, lock outs, accidents, war, fire, breakdown of plant or machinery, imposed or advised business interruption by the government, and local, national or international health crises. Dynamite Signs Ltd shall be entitled to a reasonable extension of its obligations where possible.