Wood Finishes Direct

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
30 days
Free return shipping
No
Receipt required
Conditional
In store return for online orders
Yes
Refund processing time
Not specified
Restocking fee
Not specified

Wood Finishes Direct allows you to return items within 30 days of purchase. Return shipping is not free and costs £6.99 per parcel. You can return items by carrier drop-off or by mail.

How returns work

You have two return methods available. You can use the DPD Local pickup returns portal for parcels up to 20kg, or you can mail items to a specified address. In both cases, you must fill in a returns form, print a returns label, package goods securely in original packaging where possible, and ensure your original order number is visible on the box.

Exclusions and restrictions

The following items cannot be returned: colour mixed products (custom or bespoke items), products with less than 3 months of expiry remaining, opened or used items, and damaged items. You may also return items to a physical store location if your order was placed online.

Refunds

Refunds are credited to your original payment method. The retailer does not publish a specific timeframe for when refunds will appear in your account.

Frequently asked questions

What is the return window at Wood Finishes Direct?

You have 30 days from purchase to return items. The retailer also offers a 30 day exchange window if you prefer to exchange rather than return.

Do I need a receipt to return items?

A receipt is not always required, but your original order number must be visible on the box for quick processing. This helps the retailer track your return efficiently.

How much does return shipping cost?

Return shipping costs £6.99 per parcel. This fee applies whether you use carrier drop-off or mail your return.

Can I return my online order to a store?

Yes. You can return items purchased online at a physical Wood Finishes Direct store location.

What items cannot be returned?

Colour mixed products, opened or used items, damaged items, and products with less than 3 months of expiry remaining cannot be returned. Colour mixed products are treated as custom or bespoke and are excluded from the standard return policy.

How long does it take to get a refund?

The retailer does not state how long refunds take to process. Your refund will be credited to your original payment method once processed.

What if my item breaks after 30 days?

If an item becomes faulty after the 30 day return window, manufacturer support is available. You should contact the retailer or manufacturer directly for warranty claims.

How you can return an item

  • Carrier drop off , DPD Local pickup returns portal for parcels up to 20kg
  • By mail , self-serve returns to specified address

Step by step

  1. Fill in the returns form.
  2. Print the returns label.
  3. Package goods securely using original packaging where possible.
  4. Ensure original order number is visible on the box.
  5. Return to a local drop off store.

What you cannot return

  • colour mixed products , custom/bespoke
  • products with less than 3 months expiry , expiry requirement
  • opened or used items , condition requirement
  • damaged items , condition requirement

Returning without a receipt

Original order number must be visible on box for quick processing

Warranty

Manufacturer support available for items becoming faulty after 30 days.

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days simply return it to us within 30 days
Exchange window days Faulty products can be returned to us within 30 days of receiving the goods for a full refund (see Refunds) or an exchange.
Free return shipping we'll refund your goods, less the returns courier charge of £6.99 per parcel returned
Return shipping fee less the returns courier charge of £6.99 per parcel returned
Receipt required please ensure that your original order number is visible on the box
Refund method Refunds will be issued back to your original payment method.
In store return for online Return it to a local drop off store.

Return policies for similar stores

Checked against the retailer's published policy. Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policies change without notice. Confirm the current policy with the retailer before you buy.