Refund and Returns Policy

Last Updated 5 Sep 25

Print-on-Demand Products (via Printify)

Returns Accepted For:

  • Damaged or defective products
  • Incorrect item received
  • Print quality issues (significantly different from advertised)
  • Lost in transit (after reasonable delivery timeframe)

Note: Printify handles production quality issues directly and will work with us to resolve any manufacturing defects.

Returns NOT Accepted For:

  • Change of mind (products are custom-printed for you)
  • Incorrect size ordered (please check size charts carefully)
  • Colour variations (monitors display colours differently)
  • Delays due to standard shipping times

How to Request a Return/Refund:

  1. Contact us within 14 days of delivery
  2. Email enquiries@bluemuart.com with:
    • Order number
    • Photos of the issue (damaged item, print quality, etc.)
    • Brief description of the problem
  3. We’ll respond within 48 hours with a solution

Resolution Options:

  • Replacement at no extra cost
  • Full refund including shipping
  • Store credit if preferred
  • Partial refund for minor issues (assessed case-by-case)

Original Artworks (Shipped from Artist)

Returns Policy:

  • 14-day inspection period from delivery
  • Original art may be returned if:
    • Significantly different from description
    • Damaged in transit (must be reported within 48 hours)
    • Not authentic as described

Return Process for Originals:

  1. Contact within 14 days to discuss concerns
  2. Return shipping costs:
    • We pay if item is damaged or misdescribed
    • You pay for change of mind (if accepted case-by-case)
  3. Artwork must be returned in original packaging using tracked shipping
  4. Customer must provide proof of postage and tracking number
  5. Refund processed upon safe receipt of artwork

Condition Requirements:

  • Must be in original condition
  • No damage from customer handling
  • All certificates of authenticity returned
  • Original packaging used for return

Processing Times

Printify Orders:

  • Production: 2-5 business days
  • Shipping: 5-10 business days (Australia)
  • International: 10-20 business days
  • Peak season (November-January): Add 3-5 business days

Original Artworks:

  • Processing: 1-2 business days
  • Shipping: 3-5 business days (Australia)
  • International: 10-15 business days

Shipping Damage

Important:

  • Inspect packages immediately upon arrival
  • Photograph any packaging damage BEFORE opening
  • Report damage within 48 hours of delivery
  • Keep all packaging materials for insurance claims

Refund Timeline

  • Approved refunds: Processed within 7-10 business days
  • Payment method: Refunded to original payment method
  • Bank processing: May take additional 3-5 business days

Custom Orders

Custom commissions or personalised items are final sale unless:

  • We made an error in creation
  • Item arrives damaged
  • Significantly different from approved design

Contact Information

Email: enquiries@bluemuart.com
Response time: Within 48 hours
Business days: Monday-Friday

Important Notes

  1. Printify products are printed and shipped from various locations globally
  2. Original artworks are one-of-a-kind and irreplaceable
  3. We recommend insurance for high-value original art purchases
  4. International customers responsible for any customs/import duties
  5. Customers must use tracked shipping for all returns

Your Statutory Rights

This policy doesn’t affect your rights under Australian Consumer Law. You’re entitled to a replacement or refund for major failures and compensation for other reasonably foreseeable losses.

Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC)
Website: accc.gov.au
Phone: 1300 302 502

Last updated: September 2025