Best way to post ceramics
Hi, I'm just about to list my first lladro ceramics item and if it sells, fingers crossed, I need to ensure it gets to the buyer safely.
I've read royal mail are the best but do I still use the Simple Delivery option on eBay? I would like the item to be tracked and signed for but not sure how I ensure this is done or is it up to the buyer.
Any guidance would be appreciated as I don't want to get it wrong
Thanks
4 comments
cheekychippy210
·1 week ago · EditedCeramics can be sent using eBay's Simple Delivery service, but they are generally treated as no-compensation or fragile items by underlying couriers (like Evri or InPost).
Royal mail, my experience when goods damaged, they want proof, original purchase receipt , that you purchased the item.
sml192
·1 week agoThe underlying terms of yhe carrier don't apply where compensation is concerned. Sellers are protected by eBay not the carrier.
sml192
·1 week agoIf you want it to be sent with Royal Mail when using Simple Delivery then you need to opt out of Evri and Inpost in your Postage Preferences.
All Simple Delivery items are sent tracked and you will be protected by eBay against loss or damage for the full amount sold for. Up to now a signature hasn't been required but from reading the updated terms it appears that it will now be a requirement for some items, presumably those over £75 but no details provided yet.
In terms of packing the most important thing where fragile items such as ceramics are concerned is to double box, i.e. float the first box inside another larger one with a good layer of void fill between the two.
**peaseblossom**
·1 week agoebay's Simple Delivery covers the seller for items up to £750 but there are exclusions, so Google for more info on that. SD does not usually offer RM Special Delivery but if you're covered anyway you won't need it. In any case couriers are very reluctant to pay compensation so you always have to package so the item would survive being dropped onto concrete from height. Lots of bubblewrap, scrunched up newspaper, etc. and sturdy large box.