Item Condition

Clients are encouraged to request condition reports on all vintage original items as all sales are final. While all effort is given to describe this and all property to the best of our ability, this should be strictly regarded as a statement of opinion and does not constitute any type of warranty or guarantee. Nearly all items on this site are vintage and used, unless specified as "Reproductions," or “Licensed Reproductions,” and clients should expect wear typical with age and use. Clients are always welcome to make an appointment to inspect and view any item prior to purchase.

Payment

All major credit cards are accepted at www.modernconscience.com. Our shopping cart also provides the option to request a Paypal invoice; you should expect to receive your Paypal invoice within one business day of your request. We have some clients who prefer to be invoiced directly through Paypal. If this is the case please contact us.


Sales Tax

Modernconscience.com is located in Washington state. Destination based Washington state sales tax is charged on all items shipped and delivered in Washington state. If you are located in Washington state you will pay your local sales tax rate. If you are not in Washington, you are expected to comply with your state and country’s current laws regarding purchases over the Internet. Resellers in Washington are exempt from sales tax and may provide a resale certificate as valid proof.


Shipping

Shipping to the lower 48 United States is a low flat rate of $4 per order, regardless of the quanitity of items ordered.

For all other destinations shipping charges are invoiced after online checkout is completed. You will receive an e-mail confirming the shipping charges before your credit card is billed. Shipping charges are not automatically calculated in the shopping cart because we want to give you the best possible price. Most of our items already specify shipping costs in the item description. This is the amount you should expect to be billed in addition to the item price. You may e-mail and request a quote if you prefer.

Modernconscience.com will make every attempt to ship all merchandise within three to five days of purchase unless otherwise specified. Shipping and delivery estimates are good faith estimates. Modernconscience.com will not be liable for any loss, damage, cost or expense related to any delay in shipment or delivery. We cannot ship to post office boxes.

In the case of international purchases, shipping prices do not include regional tax or import duties. International buyers are responsible for any and all customs charges that may incur upon delivery of the item including, but not limited to, import tax, VAT, delivery fees, or any other taxes or duties. Please consult your local tax authority for an assessment. Many customs offices will hold packages for up to ten days, in the event that the package is unclaimed and is returned to Modern Conscience, you will be liable for the original and additional shipping expenses and fees.

Eligible international destinations available through this website include Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guatemala, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, and United Kingdom. At Modern Conscience we prefer to ship via USPS International Priority Mail because of its cost saving benefits for you. If your country is not on the list please contact us for a shipping quote.

Modern Conscience does not ship to third party mail and package forwarding services or agents, including those with US addresses.

Shipping carrier is at the discretion of Modern Conscience. Shipping in the Contiguous United States will typically be via either USPS or UPS (please allow 7-14 business days). International shipments will typically be via USPS Priority Mail International or UPS International (allow 2-6 weeks). Tracking information is provided with every shipment.

Customers requiring faster shipping or a specific carrier may contact us in advance of purchase at sales@modernconscience.com to make priority or express shipping arrangements.


Order Cancellation

All sales are final; in the case of an error on our part, we will make it right.

If you wish to cancel your order your request must be received at sales@modernconscience.com no more than 24 hours after the original order. Orders cancelled after 24 hours may be subject to a minimum 25% or maximum 50% cancellation and restocking fee in addition to any shipping charges incurred. Any returned items will be subject to a 25% restocking fee.


Ebay Policy

You may have purchased an item from us through Ebay. Please contact us directly through Ebay with any concerns. We have posted our Ebay policy here for your reference. You will also find it in the Ebay listing where you purchased your item.


"PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING OR PURCHASING.

Please be sure to read the entire auction before bidding and absolutely do not hesitate to ask any questions. Please be courteous and do not bid if you do not intend to purchase the item.

PAYMENT. Acceptable methods of payment include Paypal. Payment must be received within five days of the auction's close.

SHIPPING AND HANDLING. We do our best to keep the shipping and handling costs as low as possible and every item is carefully packaged to ensure proper protection during transit. The buyer is responsible for all shipping and handling costs at the time of payment. Domestic items will ship as soon as payment is received. Please allow up to 4-6 weeks to receive international shipments. The buyer is responsible for any additional Customs charges that may incur upon delivery; including, but not limited to Import Tax, VAT, delivery fees, or any other taxes or duties. If you are unsure about these charges please contact your country's Customs. Tracking numbers for shipments will graciously be provided upon request.

ADDRESS CONFIRMATION. For unconfirmed PayPal addresses we require a separate address verification.. Paypal gives the opportunity to leave a note with your payment; for fastest shipping please provide me a note stating that your address is correct. If there is no note we will e-mail a separate confirmation."


e-mails and the Newsletter

At Modern Conscience we are not big on spam. We occasionally send out e-mails that include special offers or Newsletters. Special offers might include a private sale, free shipping, or promotional coupon codes.

A newsletter is issued via e-mail one to three times per year. Newsletters include highlights on the furniture design industry, articles on designers whose furniture is offered on the website, and feature stories on new items posted on the website.

You should expect to receive no more than five e-mails per year from us and we never share your e-mail address with third parties. If you would like to receive the Modern Conscience Newsletter or special offers please e-mail us and let us know.


the Want-List

If you cannot find the chair that you are looking for on our website we are happy to assist you. Modern Conscience keeps an exclusive ‘want-list’ for clients who are searching for specific items. If you are registered on the ‘want-list’ we will contact you as soon as the item comes in, before posting it on the website. The ‘want-list’ is a fantastic way to secure the chair you’ve been searching for. To register an item on the ‘want-list’ simply contact us and let us know what you’re looking for.


Book Purchases

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Repair and Replacement Parts

Modern Conscience manufactures its products in the United States from the highest quality materials available. Professional installation is recommended. In no event shall Modern Conscience, or any of its affiliates, be liable for any special or consequential damages. Since no control is exercised over the use of Modern Conscience parts and products, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made as to the effects of such use. In no event shall Modern Conscience, or any of its affiliates, be liable for any claim from damage arising out of or connected with the manufacture, sale or use of any of its products. The obligation herein shall be limited to the purchase price paid.

Modern Conscience shall not be liable for defects that result from negligence, fading (furniture should not be placed in direct sunlight), soiling, improper cleaning, misuse, abnormal use or accident. Relating to fabrics and upholsteries, Modern Conscience shall not be liable for piling, cleaning, shrinkage, wrinkling, wear, dye-lot variance, damage or failure due to chemical treatment, or damage caused by pets. Color and finish variations are natural in wood and are not considered defects.


Changes to Terms and Conditions and Changes to Site

Modern Conscience reserves the right to modify or change the terms of use of this site with or without notification.


Privacy Policy

Protecting your privacy is important to Modern Conscience. We strive to keep your personal information confidential. By ensuring that you are aware of and understand the Modern Conscience Privacy Policy, we can provide you with better service. Please take a moment to read the following policy to learn how we handle your personal information.

We collect information about you in a few ways. For example, we might ask for your contact information when you correspond with us, or register on-line for an instant purchase.

Modern Conscience works with other companies that help us provide products and services to you, and we may provide your personal information to these companies. For example, we give shipping companies this information so they can deliver your products efficiently. The information they receive is for shipping and delivery purposes only, and we require that the companies safeguard your personal information in accordance with Modern Conscience’s policies.

Modern Conscience safeguards the security of the data you send us with physical, electronic, and managerial procedures. We urge you to take every precaution to protect your personal data when you are on the Internet. Change your passwords often, use a combination of letters and numbers, and make sure you use a secure browser.

Modernconscience.com uses industry-standard Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption on all web pages where personal information is required. To make purchases from modernconscience.com, you must use an SSL-enabled browser such as Netscape Navigator 3.0 or later, or Internet Explorer. This protects the confidentiality of your personal and credit card information while it is transmitted over the Internet.

When you browse modernconscience.com, you are able to do so anonymously. Generally, we don't collect personal information when you browse - not even your email address. Your browser, however, does automatically tell us the type of computer and operating system you are using.

Like many websites, the Modern Conscience website uses "cookie" technology. When you first connect to our site, the cookie identifies your browser with a unique, random number. The cookies we use do not reveal any personal information about you. Cookies help us understand which parts of modernconscience.com are the most popular, where our visitors are going, and how long they spend there. We use cookies to study traffic patterns on our site so we can make the site even better.

Modern Conscience does not knowingly solicit personal information from children or send them requests for personal information.

The Modern Conscience Customer Privacy Policy is subject to change at any time. We encourage you to review the full Privacy Policy page regularly for any changes.


Contact

Our workshop and showroom is open for viewings by appointment. Please contact us for scheduling.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at sales@modernconscience.com.