# Harbor & Pine Help

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Small-batch soy candles, made in Portland, Oregon. Our three candles: **Alberta Rain**, **Forest Park Fog**, and **Saturday Market**. Each is 8 oz soy wax with a cotton wick, $30.

## 1. How much is shipping, and where do you ship?
We ship within the US only. Shipping is a flat $6, and it's free on orders over $60.

## 2. How fast do orders ship?
Orders ship within 2 business days from Portland.

## 3. How long do the candles burn?
Each candle burns for about 45 hours.

## 4. How do I care for my candle?
- Trim the wick to 1/4 inch.
- Burn it for 2 hours the first time.
- Stop burning when 1/2 inch of wax is left.

## 5. My candle arrived broken. What do I do?
Send us a photo of the damage. We'll replace it.

## 6. Can I return a candle?
Yes. Unused candles can be returned within 30 days. Customers pay return shipping, unless the candle arrived broken.

## 7. Can I pick up my order?
Yes. Pickup is free on Saturdays at our Portland Saturday Market booth, open 9 AM to 3 PM. Please bring your order number.

## 8. Do you sell wholesale?
Yes. The minimum wholesale order is 24 candles. Email us at hello@harborandpine.example.

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## Instagram DM replies

**1. Shipping cost**
> Hi! Shipping is a flat $6 within the US, and it's free on orders over $60. We ship from Portland within 2 business days. Thanks for asking!

**2. Burn time**
> Each candle burns for about 45 hours. For the best burn, trim the wick to 1/4 inch and burn it 2 hours the first time so the wax melts evenly. Stop when 1/2 inch of wax is left.

**3. Broken candle**
> I'm so sorry your candle arrived broken! Could you send us a photo? Once we see it, we'll replace it for you. Thank you for your patience.

**4. Wholesale**
> Thanks for thinking of us for wholesale! Our minimum order is 24 candles. Please email hello@harborandpine.example with your shop details and we'll get back to you.

**5. Pickup**
> Good news: you can pick up for free at our Portland Saturday Market booth on Saturdays, 9 AM to 3 PM. Just bring your order number. Let us know if you have any questions!

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## Questions to answer yourself

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- **Shipping:** How long does delivery take after the 2-day ship time? Which carrier do you use, and do you provide tracking?
- **Shipping:** Do you ship to Alaska, Hawaii, PO boxes, or US territories?
- **Returns:** Does the 30-day window start at purchase or delivery? Do you refund money, or only exchange?
- **Returns:** How does a customer start a return? Is it by email, and what should the email include?
- **Broken orders:** Who pays to replace a broken candle if it's a shipping issue? Do you offer a refund?
- **Pickup:** Is pickup available on other days? Do you need a pre-order?
- **Wholesale:** What are wholesale prices and terms? How do shops place orders, and what is the lead time?
- **Orders:** Can customers change or cancel an order? What payment methods do you accept?
- **Products:** What scents are in each candle, and are they fragrance oils or essential oils? Are the candles phthalate-free or dyed? Are they safe for pets?
- **Products:** Do you sell candles in other sizes or bundles? When are restocks or new scents coming?
- **Gifts:** Do you offer gift wrapping, gift cards, or gift messages?
