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We cheerfully accept Purchase Orders from Schools, Government Agencies, Museums or other entities. 
Orders may be sent by mail, or faxed to us at our toll-free fax number:

1-877-249-3624 (fax)

However, it is best to clarify some details.  While you may pay us with the purchase order, you should make your order on the Internet.  The shopping cart will gather the necessary information, and the process is straightforward.  The price is the price at the time you make your order on the Internet and we must receive the Internet Order and the Purchase Order in the same general time frame.  The order is not complete until we receive your purchase order.

1.  Use our shopping cart to order what you want.  The shopping cart will give you the proper shipping costs and you should record or print the final page to complete your PO (not some estimate). 

2.  Continue to the address page and enter the name of the responsible contact person, billing information, the delivery address, an unblocked, well monitored e-mail address for the responsible party, and other pertinent information.  In the comments section (at the bottom), note that you plan to use a Purchase order by typing "Purchase order will follow," or the Purchase Order number.  You may also note here whether you require a W-9 form from us.

3. Click on the link at the bottom of the page that says "Click here to Pay by Check or Purchase Order."   When the thank you page appears, you are done except for sending the PO.   We will already have received your order and address info. 

4.  Soon thereafter, fax, mail or e-mail the PO to us (fax number is below).  If you need guidance with these instructions, call us at a time when you have access to an online computer.

5.  We will confirm your order and send you a receipt by e-mail.  Later in the day you will receive the shipping information from UPS.  Orders are typically shipped the same day you order and will arrive in four or five working days unless we notify you otherwise.  When we have shipped, we will send you a commercial invoice by snail mail.  Our terms are net 30 days. 

6.  Monitor your e-mail for these important communications and read your receipt to verify all information is correct.  Contact us immediately by e-mail if there are errors.     Make sure you've given us an e-mail address and supplied the proper delivery and billing information. 
 

Whether you order on-line, by mail, or by fax, it is important that you supply us with an unblocked, well monitored e-mail address.  Various safety notices, your initial receipt, shipping schedules, and other matters will be sent to you by e-mail. 

Our wooden blocks are made to the customary standard for schools and preschools.  Our unit blocks are laboratory tested for lead and phthalates, completely uncoated, and have no hazardous finish  whatsoever.  Our Premium Maple Blocks and our Hard Maple Firsts and Seconds are made from domestic lumber right here in Indiana.  The Basic Unit Block is 1-3/8 by 2-3/4 by 5-1/2 and all of the other blocks are sized accordingly.  We cheerfully accept Purchase Orders based on the customary rules and will supply Federal ID and tax information (W-9s) on request.  Schools requiring a specific assortment of pieces may provide us with an RFQ enumerating shapes and quantities and we will respond as quickly as possible.

Wooden cubes and craft parts are not sold as toys and have not been tested as toys.  They may be unsuitable for young children.  They are made of virgin Maple, Basswood, Poplar, Oak or a mix of these.  They are completely unfinished.  Small cubes are weighed and not counted.  We strive to eliminate most defects, but some of them will be defective;  please do not call us about shortages or overages.  We always try to add a few extra, but if you have a minimum quantity in mind, it's best to order 2% or 3% extra. 

1-877-606-4374 (toll free)

Teachers may also care to explore our "Links" to the Bank Street School, the Froebel Gallery, and the NAEYC for materials and recommendations in regard to block play.  We welcome inquiries and discussions with school maintenance crews or PAT members interested in economical methods of building cubbies, closets, and other forms of block storage.

Construction companies, manufacturer's reps, and others involved in the school, pre-school, and industrial supply trade should consult us about including our products in construction and supply bids.

We are happy to quote custom kits, branded packaging, specialty kits, and other items for repetitive buyers.