01Where are your goods shipped from?
All the goods are shipped and handled in our 5000-meter-squared warehouse based in Italy.
02Are the items in your online catalogue original and packed in their original box?
Yes, all the items we sell are 100% original and supplied by production mother company. They all come in their original packaging and all certificates of originality that the production company provides.
03How can I purchase on Diffusioneshop lighting store?
If you want to place an order on our on-line store you need to register as client at the check-out phase. You can even log in with your Amazon account. Anonymous purchase is also possible.
04I have an Italian/European company, can I buy on your store with my company name and VAT number?
Yes you can, and If your company is not VAT subjected, the program automatically changes the final amount withdrawing TAX. You can verify the validity of a VAT number issued by any Member State of the European Union on this official website VIES VAT number validation VIES VAT number validation.
05What kind of payments do you accept?
We accept payments via PayPal, Credit Card, Bank Transfer, Amazon Pay, Alipay, Apple Pay, in installments via Klarna, PayPal and Scalapay. If you choose bank transfer payment, you can find data transfer in the order confirmation and “Payments” section.
06Are the products Warranty covered?
Yes, pursuant the Legislative Italian Decree 206/2005 (“Consumer Code”)all products sold on Diffusioneshop.com are covered by the legal guarantee of 24 months and the manufacturer's guarantee. Keep the purchase invoice to take advantage of the guarantee, as well as the original manufacturer box. If a product presents a factory defect within that time frame, you can inform us by sending a written communication to info@diffusioneshop.com stating order reference or invoice/receipt number and a detailed description of the defect. We will contact you to open the warranty and solve the problem according to the type of defect occurred.
07Is it safe to buy with Credit Card on your store?
Yes, our payment systems are hosted by secure servers and transactions are secured by SSL certificates and we work with the largest payment processors in the world.
08Is there a minimum order on your shop?
No, you can place an order for any amount, although many discounts are available for larger purchases.
09How can I find out item’s availability on your store?
We showcase both in stock and pre-order items. If the items are available in stock, quantity is showed below the cart and will be ready for shipping. If the product is not in stock, once you place the order we will immediately inform the supplying company according to your order selection. In this case, you shall see delivery indications or lead time below the cart. Lead time may vary according to manufacturing schedules, supplier’s stock availability, raw material's availability or the lighting brand operations. You will be updated via email in case there are delays on your order delivery.
10Do you ship all over the world?
Of course, we ship worldwide. We have contracts with a lot of shipping services like UPS - DHL - FEDEX – TNT.
11How much is the shipping?
Shipping has a different price based on product weight and country’s destination. You can calculate shipping costs by selecting your destination in each item advertised on our store.
12Is it possible to request a quotation for products not showcased on your e-shop?
We thrive to add new products on our e-commerce everyday, but yes, you can contact us with you request and the sales office will respond with a customized quotation.
13Can I return my order?
Yes, you can return your order within 30 days of the receipt of the goods. Returns are subjected to our authorization. We accept returns only if the item is unused and in its original box. If you need to return an item because it has arrived broken or with missing components, you have to send us a written notice (including physical proof, i.e pictures/video) within 3 days of receipt of the goods. To return a product, just log into your account and select the order for which you wish to return, then a return request will be forwarded to us awaiting approval.
14How long is the delivery time?
Goods are usually shipped the same day of the order if it's submitted before 12:00 a.m. and items are ready for delivery (you can check the status on each item in the list). Delivery may vary according to items’s weight, country’s destination and couriers choice. Usually Italian shipping take 1-2 days, Europe shipping 2-3 days (AIR express) or 5-7 days (Standard), international AIR shipping 3-5 days.
15Can I request to split my order into two or more shipments if some items in the cart are not in stock?
Yes, you can forward this request to our main contact channels (chat, email, phone). We will respond with the most suitable solution if you wish to get some items of your order first. Extra freight cost may be applied depending on the item’s volume and order destination.
16How can I request an invoice for my order?
A fiscal document is usually generated after receiving the payment. You can request a copy of the invoice by contacting us via e-mail, we will respond attaching the document.
17Prices are Tax included?
The VAT is regulated by European law. If you are not subjected to VAT (i.e you possess an EU VAT the program automatically recalculates the total final amount without taxes). Items ordered from Diffusioneshop lighting store may be subjected to local taxes and duties for orders shipped outside the European Union. If an item is subjected to EU sales Tax, in accordance with said EU state tax laws, the tax is generally calculated on the total selling price of each individual item, including shipping and handling charges.
18 Are the prices of orders shipped outside Europe not VAT included?Is VAT removed outside Europe?
Products shipped outside the European community do not include VAT but may include handling costs and customs documents for clearing process. Listed prices may vary depending on the destination in accordance with the prices provided by the manufacturer, which also include modifications such as different plugs/transformers and certifications required for the country of destination. Buyer is therefore responsible for duty fees. If buyer refuses to pay said duty fees, goods will return to the sender with additional charges/costs which will be deducted from customer's refund.
19I live in the UK, do I have to pay duties on my order?
All the international shippings posted outside EU are shipped with DAP "Delivery at Place" including UK (only for postage value over 135£) require the payment of VAT and/or duty fees by the recipient since these are not included in the total of the order. If when finalizing the order you choose the option with express shipping by air, you do not need to pay any tax or VAT.
20I live in the USA, do I have to pay duties on my order?
Only for postage value over 2500$ require the payment of duty or fees by the recipient since these are not included in the total order, duties may vary depending on the country of destination.
21How can I make sure that the shipments arrive intact at their destination?
Orders are well packaged to prevent transport damages. If, at the moment of delivery, the box containing your order shows external faults (i.e holes, tears covered by the courier’s tape, dents it is imperative to sign for goods left unchecked to the delivery operator. In addition to that, it is imperative to signal this matter to us immediately withing three days from delivery in a written communication to info@diffusioneshop.com, stating the order reference, a detailed description of the damage and pictures of the defect.
If you can not find the answer to your type of request here, please send us a request at the number: +39 0541657672 or by email to info@diffusioneshop.com.