How it Works

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    Step 1: Opening an Account

    • Provide Columbine with your company information, including the company name, phone number, contact name, and all necessary emails.
    • Submit a copy or photo of your valid and current sales tax license.
    • Without all necessary documentation we will be unable to open your account

    Note: Columbine is a wholesale to-the-trade showroom and does not apply sales tax to orders shipped within the state.

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    Step 2: Getting a Quote

    • Send your desired items to our main info account or your designated sales representative.
    • Include all necessary details such as quantity, fabrics, finishes, and specifications.
    • Your sales representative will provide a quote within 24 hours.
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    Step 3: Placing an Order

    • All item information must be finalized before placing the order.
    • All orders must be sent to a commercial receiver.
    • For all out-of-state or unknown receivers, a Receiver Requirements Form must be completed and signed to confirm compliance with the necessary criteria.
    • Columbine requires a 50% deposit for all in-state orders and a 75% deposit for out-of-state orders.
    • We accept payment via card or check (we do not have credit card fees)
    • Once the order is placed you will receive a Columbine Customer Acknowledgement and a PO # associated with your order.
    • Please refer to the Columbine PO # when discussing order details
    • The designer is responsible for reviewing the Customer Acknowledgment for accuracy and correctness; and has 24 hours to request any changes or updates.

    Note: If a company is registered to collect tax in the state where the order is delivered. The appropriate sales tax will be added to the order.

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    Step 4: Freight, Delivery, and Post Delivery

    • All orders ship via a freight carrier and must be sent to a commercial receiver.
    • Freight costs will be added to your order once items ship, and an invoice will be sent for final payment.
    • Items will be released only after the remaining balance is paid in full.
    • Columbine can provide freight quotes valid for 30 days.
    • Freight costs are roughly 10-12% of the order total.
    • Freight, delivery, and related costs are the responsibility of the purchasing design firm.
    • Upon arrival, the receiver must inspect the items, sign off on them, or report any damages within two weeks.
    • Claims submitted after the 7-day period may be denied for repair or replacement.

    Note: Signing for a shipment is the legal transfer of the product, regardless of the condition issues or missing items.

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    Step 5: Problem / Damage Resolution

    • Report any damages to your sales representative within 7 days of the item’s delivery to your receiver
    • Include a detailed description of the damage along with photos of the item and its carrier packaging.
    • Damage that occurs during installation must be resolved between the designer and the receiver.

    Columbine will do its best to help resolve any issues that occur.

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    Floor Sample Item Pick Up:

    • All floor samples are final sale and sold as-is
    • The designer/purchaser is responsible for inspecting items before purchase.
    • Arrange for a receiver or moving company to pick up the items.
    • Columbine staff are not responsible for assisting you with your items
    • Columbine is not liable for any damage that occurs during pick-up or transit.
    • Columbine reserves the right to refuse pickup if it is not conducted by an authorized receiver

    Note: Moving/packing materials will not be provided by Columbine Showroom