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Wayfair Refund Policy

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www.wayfair.com/help/article/returns

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Summary

Wayfair offers refunds within 30 days from delivery for most items; mattresses have a 100-night free trial; large appliances within 48 hours of delivery (must not be installed). Processing time: Refunds that need a return are issued after the item is received and inspected, which can take up to 14 business days; once issued, card refunds take 3-5 business days on average and store credit 1 business day.. Refund methods include store credit: 1 business day after the refund is issued and debit/credit card, apple pay or wayfair credit card: 3-5 business days after the refund is issued. Items must be returned within 30 days of delivery in their original, undamaged condition..

Refund Window

30 days from delivery for most items; mattresses have a 100-night free trial; large appliances within 48 hours of delivery (must not be installed)

Processing Time

Refunds that need a return are issued after the item is received and inspected, which can take up to 14 business days; once issued, card refunds take 3-5 business days on average and store credit 1 business day.

Refund Method

Store Credit: 1 business day after the refund is issued (never expires)

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How to Get a Refund — Step by Step

  1. 1Go to My Orders in your Wayfair account.
  2. 2Select the return option for the item you want to return.
  3. 3Complete the online form, choosing your return method and refund method (store credit or original payment method).
  4. 4Follow the confirmation email's instructions and use any return labels it includes.
  5. 5Drop the item at your selected carrier, wait for the scheduled pickup, or bring it with the QR code to a Wayfair store.
  6. 6Your refund is initiated once the item is received at the Return Center (or processed at the store).

When You Can Get a Refund

  • Items must be returned within 30 days of delivery in their original, undamaged condition.
  • If the item was delivered disassembled, return it disassembled; use the original box or a similar-sized one (no longer than 108 inches).
  • Items bought November 1 to December 31 (except appliances) can be returned until January 31.
  • The mattress trial excludes mattress toppers, crib mattresses, air mattresses and open box mattresses.
  • Large appliances must not be installed and must be returned in the original packaging.
  • Damaged or defective items must be reported within 30 days of delivery (3 days for Full Delivery Service items).
  • Items bought at a bundle discount can only be returned as the entire bundle.
  • Wayfair can reverse the refund if your return is not received at its Returns Center.

All Refund Methods

  • Store Credit: 1 business day after the refund is issued (never expires)
  • Debit/credit card, Apple Pay or Wayfair Credit Card: 3-5 business days after the refund is issued
  • PayPal: 1 business day if paid from your PayPal balance; usually 5 business days (up to 30 days) if paid by card or bank via PayPal
  • Klarna: up to 15 business days; Cash App Afterpay and Wayfair Financing: up to 10 business days
  • Bank transfer/check: contact Wayfair to process the refund; can take up to 30 days
  • If you paid with several methods (e.g., gift card, store credit, Rewards), the refund goes back to each one

Partial Refunds

  • Return shipping fees, where they apply, are deducted from your refund.
  • Mattress returns are free to store credit, or cost $49-$99 if refunded to your original payment method.
  • Delivery shipping fees and service charges (e.g., upgraded shipping, assembly) are not refunded.
  • Large appliance returns may be charged the manufacturer's restocking fee.
  • You may be offered a discount to keep an item instead of returning it.
  • State mattress recycling fees in CT, RI and CA ($10-$25) are non-refundable.

Dispute Process

  • For damaged or defective items, go to My Orders, select 'Problem with this Order' within 30 days of delivery (3 days for Full Service Delivery) and upload photos.
  • You may be asked to return the original item; if it isn't received, Wayfair can reverse the refund or charge for a replacement.
  • Damage after delivery (normal wear and tear, misuse, weather) is not covered.
  • If you can't find a refund, check your refund email for the amount and where it went, then contact your payment provider or Wayfair.
  • Contact Wayfair through the Virtual Assistant, which can resolve issues or connect you with an agent.

Additional Notes

  • Non-returnable: open box items, clearance items, gift cards, made-to-order or personalized items, items marked 'Non-Returnable', live plants, swatches, certain dangerous goods, and items shipped via Wayfair Delivery +.
  • Customers generally pay return shipping; it isn't deducted for eligible returns dropped off at a Wayfair store, or eligible mail-in returns to store credit by Wayfair Rewards members and Wayfair Credit Card holders.
  • No direct exchanges: return the item for store credit and place a new order.
  • In-store returns are accepted at Wayfair stores in Wilmette and Naperville, IL; Greensboro, NC; Attleboro, MA; Augusta and Atlanta, GA; Orlando, FL; and San Marcos, TX.
  • Wayfair does not accept returns at its warehouses.

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