
Canvasland Refund & Returns Policy
Effective date: 19 June 2025
This policy explains how Canvasland Holdings Ltd (“Canvasland”, “we”, “our”, “us”) handles refunds, returns and cancellations for purchases made online or in-store. It complements your protections under the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) and Fair Trading Act 1986.
1 Your statutory rights
Nothing in this policy limits or excludes any rights you have under the CGA. If a product is faulty, not as described or unfit for purpose, you are entitled to a repair, replacement or refund.
2 Product categories
Category | Examples | Change-of-mind returns? | Notes |
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Shop (stock) products | Ready-made items listed in the “Shop” section of canvasland.co.nz (e.g. Kooky Canvas bags, small accessories) | Yes — see Section 3 | Stock levels are limited; some items may be made to order — see individual listing. |
Custom-made products | Boat covers, caravan annexes, shade sails, bespoke inflatables, commercial tarpaulins | No — see Section 4 | Manufactured to your specifications; non-returnable unless faulty. |
Services | On-site installation, repairs, measurement | N/A | Deposit forfeiture rules — see Section 6 |
3 Change-of-mind returns (Shop products)
We happily accept returns for stocked items provided all requirements below are met:
- Return window: Tell us within 14 days of delivery; goods must reach us within 21 days.
- Condition: Unused, unwashed, unaltered, in original packaging with tags attached.
- Restocking fee: None, unless the item shows signs of wear or damage.
- Return shipping: Customer pays return freight; we recommend a tracked service.
- Proof of purchase: Order number or receipt is required.
After inspection, we refund the product price (excluding outbound shipping) to your original payment method within 14 days.
4 Custom-made products
- No change-of-mind cancellations or returns once the order is confirmed (deposit paid and/or materials ordered).
- If you cancel within 24 hours of confirmation, we refund your deposit minus any direct costs already incurred (e.g. merchant fees, special-order fabric).
- Faulty custom products are covered under Section 5.
5 Faulty, damaged or incorrect goods (all products)
- Email enquiries@canvasland.co.nz within 30 days of receipt with your order number, a description of the issue and clear photos.
- We’ll reply with shipping instructions within 3 business days.
- Pack the item securely, clearly label the parcel with your name and order number, and ship it back (Canvasland covers reasonable freight on valid claims).
- Within 14 days of receiving the return we will repair, replace or refund — whichever provides the quickest fair remedy.
6 Service bookings (installations & on-site work)
When you cancel or reschedule | Outcome |
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More than 48 h before appointment | Full refund of any prepaid deposit or free reschedule |
48 h or less / no-show | Deposit is forfeited to cover planning & labour allocation |
7 How to return an item
- Email enquiries@canvasland.co.nz with your name, phone, order/invoice number, the item(s) you’re returning and the reason for return (plus photos if faulty).
- Wait for our shipping instructions.
- Pack goods securely, clearly label the parcel with your name and order number, and ship within 7 days.
- Keep your tracking receipt until we confirm safe arrival.
- We’ll inspect and process your remedy/refund within 14 days.
8 Refund method & timeframes
Original payment method | Refund method | Typical processing time* |
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Credit/debit card | Same card | 3-5 business days after approval |
Bank transfer | Bank transfer | 1-3 business days after approval |
Cash / EFTPOS in-store | Bank transfer | 1-3 business days after approval |
*Bank processing times can vary.
9 Contact us
Canvasland Holdings Ltd5 Bush Street, Unit 3 C, Levin 5510, New Zealand
Phone: +64 6 368 7729
Email: enquiries@canvasland.co.nz