Kwalu Chairs with coffee table

FAQ

Our customer support team are available to answer any questions you may have, but feel free to check the FAQs below for some quick answers to the queries most commonly asked.

Customer Support

How can I reach your customer support team?

Getting in touch with us is easy! Please call us at 877-257-0109 or email us.  We’re available Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm EST.

How do I request free samples?

All Kwalu products are made to order. A limited stock of certain products is available for shipping as samples. These may be requested by clicking on the button requesting a sample on any products page.  If you require a specific sample with your specified fabrics/ hardware and finishes please contact us so that we may accommodate your request.

What if I can’t find exactly what I’m looking for? I have specific dimensions and styles I require.

Kwalu has unique custom capabilities that allow us to partner with you in creating specific products that address custom dimensions, finishes and/or styles. To get started on your project, please contact us.

What on-site support do you offer?

We have project managers who can help with material take offs and measurements for custom built-in millwork and kitchen cabinets. Plus, we have a dedicated team of technicians who are available to address on-site hassles in a timely fashion. Please contact us so that we may schedule your request.

I am an individual looking to purchase a piece of furniture for a loved one. Is Kwalu for me?

No, Kwalu specializes in supplying furniture to Senior Living communities and Healthcare Centers.

Pricing & Ordering

How do I get pricing?

To request a quote, either select some products from the website and click on the ‘add to quote’ button on the product pages, click here, or call us at 877-257-0109  and we’ll get right on it.

How do I place an order?

Placing your order requires a few simple steps.

Please sign the quote you received from Kwalu and add a purchase order number and/ or send us your own purchase order, and email us at sales@kwalu.com or fax to 877-329-5925.

If you are sending your own Purchase Order, then please include the following information so we can process your order quickly:

  • A Purchase Order Number
  • The product name(s) and the specific product stock code(s)
  • The number of items desired and the net price
  • Finish, fabric, upgrades or special options and tags
  • “Ship to” information and Special shipping instructions, if applicable
  • Your billing address and your delivery address, if different
  • Name, phone and fax number of the contact person for your order
  • The e-mail address to which the order confirmation and invoice should be sent, and your e-mail delivery address, if different

NOTE: You will receive an order confirmation to the e-mail address provided once the order has been processed.

All of the information listed above is required to process your purchase order. Any missing information could lead to a delay in processing your order.

New customers are requested to please complete a Kwalu Credit Application and mail it to sales@kwalu.com or fax it to 877-329-5925. Please note that a 50% deposit for new customers is required when placing the order.

Payments can be sent to:

Kwalu Accounts Receivable
6160 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd,
Building C
Atlanta, GA, 30328

Where can I find your Conditions of Sale?

For full details of our Conditions of Sale, please click here.

Contracts & GPOs

Which state, federal and GPO contracts does Kwalu hold?

Kwalu is proud to hold the following government contracts:

Federal Government – GSA
State of Louisiana
State of Pennsylvania
Texas State Contract
Utah State Contract
 
We are delighted to be affiliated with the following GPOs:

Premier
Vizient
Intalere
HealthTrust Purchasing Group (HPG), through its authorized dealers

Construction & Specifications

How are Kwalu chairs constructed?

Most of our seating is manufactured using our patented joint construction.


What is your fire rating?

All of our seating products are manufactured as standard with foam meeting the requirements of California Technical Bulletin #117. We have the capability to meet California Technical Bulletin 133 with graded-in fabrics when required. This must be specified clearly on your purchase order. Our standard practice is to always require California TB 133 on all seating products shipping into the state of California to certain types of properties, including hospitals and senior housing communities. Need more information? Please contact us.

Shipping

How long will it take to get my furniture?

All Kwalu products are made to order.  In most cases, you can expect your order to take approximately 6-8 weeks once a clean purchase order has been received. If your order requires fabric, then delays can occur if the fabric is not in stock or immediately available.

From time to time, suppliers reserve the right to discontinue fabric patterns and colors. They may also stipulate minimum order quantities. Contact your customer support specialist at 877-257-0109 for fabric availability before finalizing your order. This will ensure that your order is not subject to fabric delays

What’s included in standard shipping and do you offer additional services?

Dock-to dock freight is included in the base price (standard shipping) of your estimated shipping rate. When a dock-to-dock delivery is performed – it is your responsibility to transfer product from the truck, remove packaging and setup in the desired location. On most occasions, the driver will not perform any additional services or help with unloading the product.

Additional Services:

You can also select any of these options for an additional charge. These will need to be selected ahead of processing your order.

Lift Gate:

  • Product is delivered on a special truck with a power gate on the back to lower the equipment to the ground.
  • Recommended if a loading dock is not available.
  • The driver will operate the lift gate and take your product off the truck but you are still responsible for transferring the product to your preferred location.

Inside Delivery: If you do not have personnel capable of removing the items from the truck safely or moving them inside, then you will need to request inside-delivery service. This encompasses:

  • Door to door delivery
  • Boxes and pallets are taken from the truck and placed within a covered location. This does NOT include unboxing or setting into place.

Installation Service: If you want “full service” to include help with product placement and removal of packaging debris, you should consider our professional installation service. This encompasses:

  • Product unloading and removal from truck
  • Placement in customers’ room of choice
  • Set-up and light assembly of furniture
  • Removal of packing debris

Timekeeper Guaranteed Transit: This is a good option for time-critical shipping, especially if you need expedited freight services or a guaranteed delivery date or a specific time range. E.g.: Appointment timekeeper for 5/20 by 5:00PM – This means that the shipment will arrive on your specified day on or before 5PM

Fabrics

I see graded-in fabrics on your website. What are these, and are they my only options?

Kwalu works with all of the major fabric suppliers and offers a huge selection of graded-in fabrics on our site. The fabric grades range between Grades 7 and 16. The grade generally depends on the price per yard. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, then let us know and we are happy to source it for you. To get started, call our customer support team and we will provide pricing information to support your request.

What are the different fabric types and how do I clean them?

The 2 most popular classes of fabrics used in hospitals and senior living environments are vinyls and cryptons. Both of these feature moisture barriers and stain resistance. Many fabric houses also offer other fabrics to which stain protection and moisture barriers can be added for an additional fee.

Vinyl is a synthetic, man-made material that inherently contains a moisture barrier, and is both extremely durable and easy to clean. It provides resistance to stains, mildew, bacteria and odor. It is ideally suited to high traffic areas where spills are more common. Vinyls come in numerous styles and colors, and many mimic fabrics or leather, so there’s no need to sacrifice style for durability.

Crypton fabrics are engineered textiles created though the immersion of specific fibers in a high performance solution that permanently transforms the fabric, to ensure both stain and microbial protection, and an impenetrable moisture barrier that protects the fabric from spills.  A variety of fibers is used in the manufacturing of crypton, with countless choices as to patterns, textures and feels, many of which mimic residential fabrics. They are extremely durable and suited to moderate to high traffic areas.

Most new stains come off easily with a damp cloth and water mixed with a mild soap. For water based stains use water-based cleaning agents only, do not use solvents. For oil based stains use solvent-based cleaners only. Most of the time, bleach solutions of up to 10% may be used for cleaning difficult stains. Check with the fabric supplier before applying a bleach solution.

Warranty

What is covered under the warranty?

Kwalu’s unwavering commitment to our customers and our products is best demonstrated through our unique, 10-year, performance-based warranty.

For full details of our warranty please click here.

If a warranty issue is discovered, please contact the customer service team as soon as possible. To file the warranty claim, please take a photo of the problem you’re experiencing with the product plus a photo of the barcode label beneath the seat or on the back of the casegoods unit.

We will address your warranty issues with all due haste so that you can get back to business as usual as quickly as possible, minus the hassle

Cleaning

How do I care and clean for my Kwalu chairs?

Our products are covered by a 10-year performance based warranty for construction and finish. Ensuring exceptional first impressions is easy. Follow these simple Care and Cleaning instructions to keep your chairs looking in tip-top condition.

What are the most commonly requested healthcare cleaners that are approved to use on Kwalu surfaces?

• 3M Neutral Quat Disinfectant Cleaner Concentrate 23 (EPA 47371-129-10350)
• Avert Sporicidal Disinfectant Cleaner (EPA 70627-72)
• Bleach (EPA 70590-2)
• Clorox Disinfecting Wipes – Crisp Lemon (EPA 5813-79)
• Clorox Regular Bleach (EPA 5813-100)
• DIC-1 Spray Disinfectant (EPA 1839-220-83908)
• Lysol All-Purpose Cleaner (EPA 777-66)
• Oxivir TB (EPA 70627-56)
• PDI Sani-Cloth Bleach Germicidal Disposable Wipe (EPA 9480-8)
• PDI Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipe (EPA 9480-4)
• ProForce Bathroom & Tile Cleaner with Bleach (CAS 7681-52-9)
• Virex II 256 (EPA 70627-24)
• Virex Plus (EPA 6836-349-70627)
• Virex TB (EPA 70627-2)

Customers can contact our Sales Department at sales@kwalu.com for a complete list of approved cleaners.
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