SHIPPING & RETURNS POLICY

Shipping

  • Processing time: All orders are processed and shipped within 3–5 business days after payment is received.
  • Courier & Tracking: We ship exclusively with reliable courier services( UPS or DHL). Once your package leaves our studio, you will receive the courier’s name and a tracking number so you can follow your shipment.
  • Packaging: Each backdrop is carefully rolled and shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube to ensure safe delivery.
  • International orders: For deliveries outside Germany, customs fees, import duties, or local taxes may apply. These are the buyer’s responsibility.

Returns & Exchanges

We want you to be completely happy with your hand-painted backdrop. If you are not fully satisfied, here is how our return policy works:

  • Return window: You may return your order within 14 business days of receiving it, without giving a reason.
  • Conditions for return (voluntary)
    • The backdrop must be returned in perfect condition and in its original packaging.
    • If the backdrop is returned to us damaged (during a voluntarily customer return): The buyer is responsible and we cannot issue a full refund.
    • Custom or commissioned backdrops cannot be returned unless they arrive damaged or defective to the buyer.
  • Conditions for return (for damage in delivery):

If the backdrop arrives damaged to the customer (during shipping from us to you), we cover all costs and will either send a replacement or issue a full refund.

Please follow the next steps for your return in case of damage:

  • Document with pictures /videos the state of the package and backdrop upon delivery.
  • Take immediate contact with us via e-mail at hello@la-imitola-backdrops.de and send us your request with the pictures/videos documenting the damage. 
  • We’ll provide you with detailed instructions for the return process in 2-3 business days.
  • Return shipping costs:
    • For voluntary returns, the buyer covers the return shipping costs.
    • For damage in a delivery send by us, we cover all costs and provide either a replacement or a full refund.

How to Start a Return

  1. Contact us via email at hello@la-imitola-backdrops.de to request your return.
  2. We’ll provide you with detailed instructions for the return process.
  3. Send the item back securely packaged.
  4. Once we receive and inspect the returned item, your refund will be issued within 7 business days via your original payment method.