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The Sculpture Stone Company

Placing an Order for Sculpture Stone

About Our Carving Stone

Because we devote a large effort to exploration we are different from most other stone suppliers:

• We find new stones and add to our variety all the time throughout the year

• Many of our stones are located and quarried only by us so they are unique to our company

• In addition to stones we list as regular items we also have some one of a kind items at our warehouse

• We may discontinue some stones, however we will always bring in new varieties

• We may be able to bring in a type of stone that is not in stock. If you don't see it then ask!

Purchasing Sculpture Stone at Our Warehouse

All are welcome to visit our warehouse located in Vancouver by appointment.  To visit the warehouse contact us by email or by telephone to set up an appointment. It is best to give us a few days notice before you plan to come, if possible.

Having Sculpture Stone Sent to You

We will ship stone anywhere in the world. If you would like to place an order we suggest that you send us detailed information by email (stone of interest, sizes, shapes, quantity you need, when you need it, etc)  with your telephone number, or contact us directly by telephone. For those who send an email, after we have a chance to look at your information we will follow up and confirm details by telephone.

Stone Availability

All of the carving stones on our list are current or regular stock items and are usually in stock. Some items may not be replaced when stock runs out and items that are regular stock may occasionally be out of stock until we can return to the quarry again. 

Smaller Order

During busy times small orders may not be able to be filled, please inquire. Orders less than 100 pounds are subject to a handling charge ($15 Canadian orders, or $10 US and international orders). If an order does not have to be placed right away occasionally we can combine orders to help reduce costs for shipping. This is dependent on having another customer in the same region that wants to place an order in the same time frame and who is willing to share shipping. Let us know as far in advance as possible and we will notify you if we receive an order from another customer in the same area.

Packaging and delivery

Orders of 200 pounds or more are usually shipped on a truck by pallet. Smaller order can be packaged in a box and sent by mail or courier. Delivery is to the trucking company's warehouse nearest to your area or to a commercial location of your choice. A commercial location is defined as having unloading facilities (forklift or loading dock) where the truck can deliver during regular business hours. If you do not have a commercial location available, consider asking a company near to your location to accept delivery in exchange for a small fee, or you can have the trucking company do home delivery for an additional fee.

Shipping Costs

When shipping by truck there is a minimum flat rate. The rate does not change until the quantity reaches somewhere between 250 to 350 pounds depending on region of delivery. Above this weight the rate per pound will generally decrease progressively at 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 pounds, etc.

Shipping costs within Canada

Please contact regarding rates.

UPS Shipping

As the cost of shipping by UPS is much more expensive than shipping by truck, an order over 100 pounds may get better rates for trucking depending on your location. However we will ship smaller orders by UPS. For the cost of shipping you can contact UPS directly for a rate according to your location and desired weight. Our postal code is V5Z 4M6.

Shipping costs to the US using trucking

Approximate trucking rates

*** Because of the higher discount for shipping 500 pounds, in some cases the cost may be almost the same as shipping at the minimum which allows 250-350 pounds. This is mainly applicable for shipments in western and central US.

Sample quote of shipment sent by truck

up to 350 pounds - $125

500 pounds - $135

1000 pounds - $170

 Shipping costs to international destinations

 Shipping costs port to port are often much cheaper than trucking costs even within the same country. Please contact us regarding rates to a specific country.

Size, Shape of Ordered Stone

Most stone is rough quarried, some stones may be available in rough cut block shapes. We will match your desired shape and size of stone to the best of our ability at no additional charge depending on what is available in stock. Currently we do not have the equipment to cut slabs or blocks on request, but may do this in the future for an additional charge. Maximum size of stone available is same as maximum size that is available at the quarry which ranges from less than 100 pounds for some stones to  1000's of pounds for others. 

Ordering a variety of stones

We will include as many different types of stones as you like in one order at no additional cost.

Quantity/large  block discounts

We will give quantity discounts. Currently 10% for orders over 1000 pounds excluding sale or clearance priced products. Above that please inquire.

Cross border purchases when customer picks up with their personal vehicle

Up to $2000 of stone can be purchased and taken across the border without the use of a customs broker. All stone quarried in Canada is duty free when taken into the US.

Payment Policy

Payment in advance by check or money order. At this point in time we cannot accept credit cards.

Still not sure? Have more questions? Please ask!

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