Studio Guarantee & Protocol

Returns & Refund Policy

At Lumen & Clay, every piece is carefully inspected and securely packed before it leaves our studio. Since our products are made from ceramic and other delicate materials, we take extra care to ensure they reach you safely. If something isn't right with your order, we're here to help.

24h transit damage

Immediate verification and replacement covered by studio shipping.

7-day window

For any verified incorrect item delivery or structural defect.

Fast messaging claims

Rapid photo and unboxing clip review over WhatsApp and Instagram.

Natural variation

Unique slip glaze, kiln heat and organic nuances celebrated as art.

Within 24 hours of delivery

1. Damaged or Broken Products

If your product arrives broken, cracked, chipped, or damaged during transit, please contact us within 24 hours of delivery.

To help us resolve your claim quickly, please provide:
  • Your order number
  • Clear photographs of the damaged product
  • Clear photographs of the outer packaging and inner packaging
  • A short unboxing video, wherever available

Once we verify the issue, we will offer:

Replacement of the damaged item, subject to availability.

If the same item is unavailable, we may offer a refund for the affected item.

For approved transit-damage claims, Lumen & Clay will bear the applicable return/replacement shipping costs.

Our studio packing standard

Each stoneware vessel is nested in biodegradable kraft cushioning and double-walled cartons inspected to survive long-haul domestic transit.

Studio quality standards

Accuracy & Craft Integrity

7 days window

2. Wrong or Incorrect Product

If you receive a product different from what you ordered, please contact us within 7 days of delivery.

After verification, we will arrange for the correct product to be sent to you at no additional cost.

If the correct product is unavailable, we will provide a refund for the affected item.

Re-dispatch expedited at zero extra expense
7 days window

3. Defective Products

If you believe your product has a manufacturing defect, please contact us within 7 days of delivery with photographs/videos showing the issue.

Our team will review the claim and, where the issue is confirmed to be a manufacturing defect, provide a suitable resolution, which may include a replacement or refund.

Reviewed manually by our senior glaze artisan
4. Change of Mind / Unwanted Returns

Because our products are delicate ceramic and crockery pieces, we do not accept returns simply because you have changed your mind or no longer want the product, unless otherwise required under applicable law.

We encourage you to carefully review the product description, dimensions, images and specifications before placing your order.

Review dimensions & specs
Wheel-thrown in small studio batches 100% unique character
Artisan philosophy

5. Handmade & Natural Variations

Many Lumen & Clay pieces are designed to celebrate the beauty of natural materials and craftsmanship.

Small variations in:

Colour Tonal mineral shifts
Glaze Kiln-reactive melt
Texture Tactile raw grit
Shape Hand-moulded curve
Finish Satin or matte flow
Size Subtle mm nuances

may occur from one piece to another.

"These subtle variations are a natural characteristic of handcrafted ceramic products and are not considered defects and therefore are not eligible for return or replacement."
Exclusions & ineligibility

6. Products That Cannot Be Returned

We cannot accept returns or replacement requests for products that:

Have been used, washed or damaged after delivery
Have been modified or altered
Are returned without the original packaging, where the packaging is required for verification
Have been damaged due to improper handling or use
Show normal signs of use or wear
Have minor natural variations in colour, glaze, texture or finish
Step-by-step support

7. How to Raise a Return or Damage Claim

To raise a claim, please contact us within the applicable time period through WhatsApp or Instagram.

You can send us your:

  • Order number
  • Name
  • Product name
  • Description of the issue
  • Clear photos or videos of the product and packaging

For the fastest resolution, we recommend sending your photos or videos directly to us on WhatsApp or Instagram.

Please make sure your order number is clearly mentioned so that we can assist you quickly. Our team will review your request and get back to you with the next steps.

WhatsApp Studio Line

Message our studio team directly and attach your photos in the same chat.

Instagram Concierge

@lumenandclay.official

Message us on Instagram

8. Refunds

Where a refund is approved, the refund will be processed to the original payment method used to place the order.

Refund processing times may vary depending on your payment provider or bank.

Shipping charges, if any, may be non-refundable unless the return is due to a damaged, defective, incorrect or otherwise eligible product.

Credited to your original payment method

9. Cancellation

Orders may be cancelled before they are dispatched.

Once an order has been dispatched, cancellation may no longer be possible. In such cases, please contact our customer support team and we will advise you on the available options.

Free to cancel before dispatch
10. Our promise

Thoughtfully made. Beautifully lived with.

We want every Lumen & Clay piece to arrive at your home exactly as intended.

If your order arrives damaged, defective or incorrect, please don't worry — contact us and we'll work with you to make it right.

Lumen & Clay Handcrafted ceramic studio