Returns and Refunds Policy
Australian Consumer Law. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure, and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The benefits provided under this policy are in addition to your rights under the ACL.
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Your Lifewood Warranty
Covers structural failure from manufacturing defect only. Non-transferable. Applies only when installed and maintained per Lifewood guidelines. Full payment required.
| Product | Residential | Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| Stabilised Solid® | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Natures Steel | 25 years | 25 years |
| Harmony Range | 20 years | 20 years |
BEFORE YOU INSTALL
Inspect Every Board
Installation constitutes full acceptance. Any visible defects must be reported to Lifewood before installation. Installed flooring cannot be returned except where a latent manufacturing defect was not discoverable by reasonable pre-installation inspection.
The following are natural timber characteristics — not defects: grain and colour variation, knots within grade, minor checking, and seasonal movement within published tolerances.

DISCRETIONARY RETURNS
Change of Mind Returns
We accept returns where all conditions below are met. A 15% restocking fee applies. Return freight is at the customer's cost. Refunds processed within 10 business days of receipt and inspection.
- Within 60 days of purchase.
- Unopened original packaging — full boxes only.
- Not installed, cut, or moisture-damaged.
- Proof of purchase provided.
- Prior written agreement from Lifewood.
EXCLUSIONS
What We Cannot Accept
- Installed flooring — no exceptions outside ACL.
- Cut, trimmed, or machined boards.
- Opened or partial boxes.
- Special orders, custom widths or lengths.
- B-grade, clearance, or discounted products.
- Products not purchased from Lifewood or an authorised dealer.
- Failures from improper installation, moisture, or environmental conditions outside 35–65% RH.
- Steam mop damage, wet mopping, chemical damage, UV fading, or wear and tear.
CLAIM & RETURNS
How to Make a Claim or Return
Warranty claims must be made within 30 days of the issue becoming apparent and must include proof of purchase, installation records, moisture readings, and photos.
Transit damage: report within 48 hrs with photos before unpacking.
Visible defects: report within 7 days of delivery, before installation.
Returns: customer arranges freight. Confirmed defects or transit damage: Lifewood arranges collection. Refund or replacement within 10 business days.