Wausau Tile’s offer to sell our products is expressly limited to acceptance of the terms set forth in this Standard Terms of Sale Agreement (Agreement). Terms that are additional to, conflicting with or different from those set forth in this Agreement are rejected unless expressly accepted in writing and signed by a corporate officer or a credit department representative of Wausau Tile.
All orders under $3,000.00 (U.S. or Canadian) are to be paid in full by credit card, ACH, or wire at the time order is placed. All other orders are to be paid in full before order or partial order ships unless credit is approved.
For orders with credit terms to Canada destination, timing of payment is:
For all orders: Failure to pay according to Wausau Tile terms may suspend production of unfilled orders and will negate credit terms on future orders. A finance charge of 1-1/2% per month (18% per annum) is added to past due invoices. Collection costs and attorney fees incurred by Wausau Tile in attempting to collect a past due invoice are added to the customer’s past due balance.
All orders under $3,000.00 (U.S.) are to be paid in full by credit card, ACH, or wire at the time order is placed, except municipalities, school systems, government agencies and approved accounts pay the invoiced amount thirty days after the ship date.
All orders of $3,000 or more (U.S.) are to be paid in full before order or partial order ships, except municipalities, school systems, government agencies and approved accounts pay the invoiced amount thirty days after the ship date or per credit terms. A credit application form may be required to be filled out before credit is extended and credit terms are approved.
New customers with an order greater than $3,000.00 are required to prepay a minimum 30% of the total quoted price with the balance subject to credit approval and credit terms.
For all orders: Failure to pay according to Wausau Tile terms may suspend production of unfilled orders and will negate credit terms on future orders. A finance charge of 1-1/2% per month (18% per annum) is added to past due invoices. Collection costs and attorney fees incurred by Wausau Tile in attempting to collect a past due invoice are added to the customer’s past due balance.
All custom orders require a minimum deposit reflecting 30% of the total quoted price before production is scheduled, with the exception of approved accounts. Remainder of payment will be per the terms previously set forth in this Agreement. Custom made products cannot be returned. Customer is responsible for confirmation of logos, specifications, field measurements and quantities.
Payments are to be in U.S. dollars for "ship to” product destination in U.S.
Payments may be in either U.S. dollars or Canadian funds for "ship to” product destination in Canada.
For both U.S. and Canada destinations, we accept credit card payments through MasterCard, VISA, American Express, or Discover. Money order, approved bank check, cashier’s check or wire transfer may also be used.
All credit card transactions will include a 3% processing surcharge fee.
Applicable sales tax, use tax or any other government sales/use tax regardless of originating country, municipality or province will be charged on all applicable orders and added to the invoice unless customer presents a tax exempt certificate or its equivalent as recognized by the applicable governmental taxing authority prior to shipment. Because tax rates may change during the processing of the order, the applicable tax amount is estimated on a quote and then recalculated, finalized as a line item added to the total invoice amount based on shipment date. Please send your tax exempt certificate at time of order.
Product is sold using:
Freight charges are prepaid and added to invoice. Fuel surcharges will be determined at time of shipment. All weights listed are approximate inclusive of packing material. On orders that require prepayment, an estimated quote will be given at the time an order is placed. Actual freight charges will be provided at the time of invoice.
Acceptance occurs upon the earlier of: (a) date the product is installed, (b) date the product is used, or (c) ten calendar days after delivery. Customer and/or its agent shall provide Wausau Tile with written notice of any defect as well as notice of any claim under Wausau Tile’s limited warranty before product installation takes place. Such notice shall be by registered mail to Wausau Tile, Inc.
No order can be cancelled without obtaining written approval from your sales representative. Fees may be charged depending on the circumstances of your order.
Custom made products cannot be returned. Non-custom products can only be returned at time of original delivery if (1) it is authorized by your sales representative and (2) customer has paid a restocking fee of 30% of product charge (per invoice) plus all delivery and return freight charges.
We take extreme care to ensure that your shipment arrives in acceptable condition. When your shipment arrives, the carrier will provide you with a delivery receipt. It is vital that you count the number of pieces being delivered and inspect each carton for damage prior to signing this document. No claims for damage or missing merchandise can be made unless it is recorded on this delivery receipt. Claims for hidden damage must be reported to Wausau Tile in writing within 10 calendar days of receipt of delivery. If you have questions or encounter any difficulty, please call our customer service department at 800-388-8728.
The offer to sell Wausau Tile products is expressly limited to acceptance of the warranty terms set forth in this LIMITED WARRANTY. By purchasing a Wausau Tile product, you accept the LIMITED WARRANTY terms herein.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND REMEDIES HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND INSTEAD OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES, WHETHER ORAL, WRITTEN, STATUTORY, LEGAL OR EQUITABLE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AS WELL AS WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED ON THE FACE OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. REMEDIES FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE LIMITED TO WAUSAU TILE’S ABSOLUTE OPTION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AND THERE IS NO OTHER REMEDY AVAILABLE. WAUSAU TILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY BEYOND WAUSAU TILE’S PRODUCT; AND, WAUSAU TILE IS NOT LIABLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES FOR ANY CLAIMS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, STATUTORY, BREACH OF EXPRESS WARRANTY, BREACH OF IMPLIED WARRANTY, AND BREACH OF CONTRACT. NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS, PROMISES, GUARANTIES, WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING PERFORMANCE OF WAUSAU TILE PRODUCTS.
Terms that are either additional to, conflicting with or different from those herein are excluded unless specifically agreed to in a separate writing and signed by a corporate officer or division manager of Wausau Tile. This LIMITED WARRANTY is for the benefit of the original purchaser of the Wausau Tile product who may transfer this LIMITED WARRANTY to the owner of the real estate where the warranted product is originally installed.
Concrete products may exhibit efflorescence which appears as a white stain on some colored concrete products as the result of moisture evaporation. Efflorescence is a common condition to which concrete products are susceptible. It generally clears up and eventually dissipates as concrete products age. Efflorescence is a condition that does not affect the structural integrity or the longevity of the product and is not covered under this warranty. Tile not installed immediately after delivery should be stored in a climate controlled environment.
Wausau Tile products are warranted to be free from defect in material and workmanship during manufacturing based on applicable industry standards. Warranty periods begin on delivery date of the warranted product and extend for the period listed below:
If any Wausau Tile product fails to perform due to a defect in workmanship or materials within the applicable warranty period, then Wausau Tile, at its sole option, will either repair or replace the defective product. The dollar amount of warranty coverage under this LIMITED WARRANTY shall not exceed the invoiced price for the defective product itself, excluding sales tax and freight. This LIMITED WARRANTY is void if the product is not maintained as recommended by Wausau Tile. Wausau Tile’s warranty does not cover cosmetic scratches, dents, normal discoloration or fading. Due to inherent properties of concrete and cement products, it is normal for variations in shading or color to be present in a finished product or occur over time due to sunlight exposure or other environmental factors and such variations in shading or color are not covered by this LIMITED WARRANTY. Wausau Tile’s LIMITED WARRANTY does not cover cracking, chipping or other damage caused by: (a) settling or other foundation movement regardless whether caused by man-made or natural environmental causes, (b) failure of the structure or its foundation, (c) failure of non-Wausau Tile products or (d) improper storage or handling after delivery. There is no warranty for damage caused by impact, vandalism, acts of third parties or natural disaster. Alteration of product, floor or tiles voids this LIMITED WARRANTY. Installation of structures, fixtures or utilities on or through the product without prior written approval from Wausau Tile voids this LIMITED WARRANTY.
As a precondition to validate any warranty claim, purchaser must present written notice of a warranty claim to Wausau Tile within 30 days after a warranty claim accrues or within 30 days after purchaser first notices an alleged defect, whichever is earlier. If purchaser or its installer believes a defect exists, do not install the product; instead, contact Wausau Tile within 24 hours after notice of alleged defect and make a warranty claim to Wausau Tile. While this LIMITED WARRANTY is in effect, Wausau Tile and its agents shall have free access to inspect, test, repair or remedy the warranted product and Wausau Tile shall have the first opportunity to remedy any alleged defect.
In any dispute as to the LIMITED WARRANTY or defective product, the purchaser or Owner making a claim (Claimant) has the burden of proving all elements under applicable law plus: (1) the product was installed according to applicable industry and project specifications, (2) the product was maintained according to applicable maintenance recommendations, and (3) the product was defective within the meaning of this LIMITED WARRANTY. In the event a civil action is filed, Wausau Tile and Claimant shall attempt mediation facilitated by a mutually agreed upon neutral mediator before conducting formal discovery. At mediation, both Wausau Tile and Claimant shall each have a designated representative attend who has full authority to settle the civil action. Wausau Tile and Claimant shall be responsible for their own attorney fees and any other expense associated with mediation as well as paying for an equal share of the mediator’s fee. To obtain installation or maintenance recommendations, request information on extended warranties or make a warranty claim contact: Wausau Tile, Inc., c/o Vice President of Operations by mail at PO Box 1520, Wausau, WI 54402 or by fax at 715-355-4627 or by email at wtile@wausautile.com Download Limited Warranty
1. The purchase order (“contract”) and payment should be made out to Wausau Tile, Inc.
2. To expedite shipment, please include an address for billing and an address for delivery.
3. This is a materials only bid. Prices are based on square footage or units as listed above, and subject to change if there are any increases or decreases of quantities to the project.
4. 30% Down payment is required on all custom or modified products prior to start of production.
5. Field measurements, specifications and quantity confirmation are responsibilities of the customer.
6. Freight rate shown is an estimate based on today's rates. Actual freight cost will be calculated and invoiced at the time of shipment. Delivery is for one location only unless noted in bid.
7. Customer will be notified when product is ready for delivery. Storage charges apply if customer delays shipment more than 30 days after notice.
8. All cancelled/returned orders must receive prior written approval from a Wausau Tile sales representative.
9. Unloading, assembly, and installation are the responsibility of the customer or its consignee.
10. Materials must be unloaded within 2 hours of arrival or customer will be charged for hold-over at the rate of $100/hour.
11. Wausau Tile standard purchase and warranty terms apply as stated under Terms of Sale on Wausau Tile's website. A copy of the Terms of Sale is available upon email request to: wtile@wausautile.com.
12. Sales or use tax is customer's responsibility and due as part of the payment to Wausau Tile before shipping occurs unless a properly executed tax exempt certificate is provided to Wausau Tile. Deliver the tax exempt certificate by email to accounting@wausautile.com, by fax to 715-355-4627 or provide an original by mail if required by state law.
13. Federal Contracting Compliance and CA Transparency in Supply Chains Act is available on Wausau Tile's website.
14. A 3% surcharge / fee will be added to all invoices paid by credit card.
15. Wisconsin law controls interpretation of this quote and any contract term or condition.
16. Customer’s remedies against Wausau Tile are limited to amounts paid under the contract. Consequential damages are excluded for commercial or economic loss.
17. (A) This escalator clause is an essential and requisite clause without which the quoted prices would be substantially higher. Wausau Tile relies on stable prices relating to raw materials and supplies from third-parties (collectively “third-party materials”) in preparing this quote. It is a basic assumption to this quote that cost of third-party materials, in whole or in part, at the time of contracting will not exceed an increase of five percent on or before the date of production. In the event an increase in the cost of third-party materials purchased after the date of contracting exceeds five percent of the cost of same third-party materials available on the date of contracting, the Customer agrees to pay for the increased cost in addition to the contract price. (B) The adjusted price increase under the escalator clause will be effective the same day as Wausau Tile’s written notice of escalator clause and price increase is delivered by email to the Customer. (C) Customer shall pay Wausau Tile for deliveries of quantities scheduled under the contract for delivery before the effective date of the escalator clause adjusted price increase and pay the increased contract price for deliveries of quantities scheduled under the contract delivered after the effective date of the escalator clause adjusted price increase. (D) Escalator clause price increases in materials will be confidentially verified by Wausau Tile to Customer in writing without documented disclosure of quotes, invoices, or receipts unless produced within the sole discretion of Wausau Tile.
18. Wausau Tile’s non-delivery or delay in delivery, in whole or in part, is not a breach of duty if performance as agreed at the time of contracting has been made impracticable because the cost of third-party materials to manufacture the contracted goods, in whole or in part, on or before the date of production is increased more than five percent above the cost of third-party materials available at the time of contracting. Where delivery of contracted goods is delayed or cannot be performed because of the shortage or unavailability of third-party materials used to manufacture the contracted goods, Wausau Tile shall not be liable for any costs or damages associated with such delay or non-performance.
19. Wausau Tile retains the express right to suspend or terminate the contract due to a force majeure event. A force majeure event is any event or circumstance beyond the control of Wausau Tile, Inc. including but not limited to epidemic and quarantine identified by county, state, or federal government authorities, government action that shutdowns supply chains, manufacturing or distribution, natural disaster, act of God, flood, tornado, hurricane, and cybersecurity incident.