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OCEANIA WASHBASIN
TERMS & CONDITIONS – PART 1
(General Terms, Products, Orders, Pricing & Manufacturing)
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Oceania Washbasin ("Company", "We", "Our", or "Us"). By accessing www.oceaniawashbasin.shop, creating an account, requesting a quotation, placing an order, making a payment, or using any of our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our Website or purchase our products.
2. Definitions
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Company means Oceania Washbasin.
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Customer means any individual, architect, interior designer, contractor, dealer, distributor, business, or organization purchasing our products.
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Website means www.oceaniawashbasin.shop.
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Products include all marble, natural stone, granite, travertine, onyx, limestone, sandstone, terrazzo, and other handcrafted products offered by Oceania Washbasin.
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Custom Order means any product manufactured according to the customer's requested design, dimensions, material, finish, colour, carving, or specifications.
3. Eligibility
By placing an order, you confirm that:
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You are at least 18 years of age or legally authorized to enter into a binding contract.
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All information provided by you is true and accurate.
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You have the legal authority to purchase and import our products into your country, if applicable.
4. Website Usage
You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes. You shall not:
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Attempt to hack, damage, or interfere with the Website or its servers.
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Copy, reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit our content without written permission.
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Upload viruses, malicious software, or harmful code.
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Use the Website for fraudulent, illegal, or unauthorized activities.
Oceania Washbasin reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for any misuse.
5. Product Descriptions
We make every effort to ensure that all product descriptions, specifications, dimensions, and images are accurate. However, errors or omissions may occasionally occur, and we reserve the right to correct them without prior notice.
6. Natural Stone Disclaimer
All our products are handcrafted from genuine natural stone. Since natural stone is formed by nature over millions of years, every piece is unique.
Natural variations are not defects and may include:
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Colour and shade differences
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Veining and movement
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Texture and grain
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Mineral deposits
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Natural pores and pits
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Crystal formations
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Small natural fissures
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Fossils or surface markings
These natural characteristics make every product exclusive and cannot be considered a manufacturing defect.
7. Product Images
Product photographs, catalogue images, brochures, videos, social media posts, and AI-generated visualizations are for illustration purposes only.
Actual products may vary slightly due to:
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Natural stone characteristics
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Screen settings
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Lighting conditions
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Photography
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Polishing finish
Such differences shall not be considered defects.
8. Handmade Products
Each product is handcrafted by skilled artisans.
Minor variations are normal and acceptable, including:
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Dimension tolerance of approximately ±1–2 cm
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Slight weight variations
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Minor handcrafted edge and finishing differences
These variations are part of handmade craftsmanship and are not manufacturing defects.
9. Custom Orders
Custom Orders are manufactured according to customer-approved:
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Design
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Dimensions
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Material
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Marble or stone selection
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Finish
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Texture
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Carving
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Special requirements
Once production has started, Custom Orders cannot be cancelled, exchanged, or returned except in the event of a manufacturing error by Oceania Washbasin.
10. Design Approval
Before manufacturing begins, customers must carefully review and approve all drawings, dimensions, material selections, finishes, and other specifications.
Any changes requested after production has commenced may incur additional charges, revised lead times, or may not be technically possible.
11. Product Specification Guarantee
Oceania Washbasin guarantees that every product will be manufactured according to the customer's final approved specifications.
If the delivered product differs from the approved design, dimensions, material, finish, or customization solely due to our manufacturing error, we will provide an appropriate resolution in accordance with our Replacement Policy.
12. Pricing
All prices are listed in Indian Rupees (INR) unless otherwise stated.
Currency conversion displayed on the Website is for reference only. Final payment may vary depending on exchange rates, bank charges, taxes, and payment provider fees.
Prices may change without prior notice; however, confirmed orders will not be affected.
13. Taxes & Additional Charges
Unless specifically stated otherwise:
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Prices exclude shipping charges.
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Prices exclude customs duties, import taxes, VAT, GST, brokerage charges, storage charges, and any government-imposed fees.
These charges are the sole responsibility of the customer.
14. Payment Terms
Orders are confirmed only after receipt of the required payment.
For custom-made, architectural, bulk, or export orders, Oceania Washbasin may require advance payment or full payment before production begins.
Production or dispatch will not commence until payment has been successfully received.
15. Manufacturing Lead Time
Most handcrafted products require 7–45 working days for manufacturing, depending on:
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Product design
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Quantity
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Material availability
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Production schedule
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Seasonal demand
Large commercial or highly customized projects may require additional production time.
Estimated lead times are approximate and not guaranteed delivery dates.
16. Transparent Manufacturing Process
To provide a premium customer experience, Oceania Washbasin may share photographs and videos during different stages of production, including material selection, carving, polishing, finishing, quality inspection, and packaging.
These updates are provided as a courtesy and may vary depending on the product and production schedule.
17. Right to Refuse Orders
Oceania Washbasin reserves the right to refuse, suspend, or cancel any order if:
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Fraud or unauthorized payment is suspected.
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Incorrect pricing has been published due to technical or human error.
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The requested product cannot be manufactured to our quality standards.
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The design infringes third-party intellectual property rights.
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Compliance with applicable laws or export regulations is not possible.
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Any unforeseen circumstance prevents order fulfilment.
Any eligible refund will be processed in accordance with our Refund & Cancellation Policy.
(Shipping, Delivery, Shipping Insurance, Unboxing Policy, Warranty & Limitation of Liability)
18. Shipping & Delivery
Oceania Washbasin ships products across India and to selected international destinations through trusted logistics partners.
Estimated delivery times depend on:
- Manufacturing lead time
- Customer location
- Shipping method
- Customs clearance
- Weather conditions
- Public holidays
- Transportation delays
- Force Majeure events
All delivery dates are estimates only and are not guaranteed.
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19. Shipping Charges
Shipping charges are calculated separately based on:
- Product dimensions
- Product weight
- Destination
- Packaging requirements
- Shipping method
Shipping charges are communicated during quotation or checkout unless otherwise agreed in writing.
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20. International Orders
For international shipments, the customer shall be solely responsible for:
- Import Duty
- Customs Duty
- VAT/GST
- Local Taxes
- Port Charges
- Customs Clearance Charges
- Brokerage Fees
- Storage Charges
- Any Government Charges applicable in the destination country.
Oceania Washbasin has no control over these charges and accepts no responsibility for them.
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21. Transfer of Risk
Every product is thoroughly inspected and securely packed before dispatch.
Once the shipment has been handed over to the courier, transporter, freight company, shipping line, or logistics provider, the responsibility for transportation passes to the shipping carrier.
Customers are strongly advised to purchase Shipping Insurance for valuable domestic and international shipments.
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22. Optional Shipping Insurance
Shipping Insurance is completely optional.
Customers who wish to protect their shipment against transit damage, loss, or accidental breakage may purchase Shipping Insurance by paying an additional charge equal to 20% of the total product value.
Where Shipping Insurance has been purchased, eligible claims shall be handled in accordance with the applicable insurance provider's terms and conditions.
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23. Orders Without Shipping Insurance
If the customer chooses not to purchase Shipping Insurance, Oceania Washbasin shall not be responsible or liable for any:
- Transit damage
- Breakage
- Cracks
- Chipping
- Scratches caused during transport
- Loss
- Theft
- Mishandling by the courier
- Delay by the shipping company
- Any damage occurring after the shipment has been handed over to the logistics provider.
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24. Product Specification Guarantee
Irrespective of Shipping Insurance, Oceania Washbasin guarantees that the product dispatched from our factory will match the customer's final approved:
- Design
- Dimensions
- Material
- Marble or Stone Selection
- Finish
- Custom Specifications
If the delivered product differs due to our manufacturing error, Oceania Washbasin will provide an appropriate repair, replacement, or mutually agreed resolution.
Natural stone variations described in these Terms shall not be considered manufacturing defects.
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25. Mandatory Inspection on Delivery
Customers must inspect the shipment immediately on the day of delivery.
Before opening the package, inspect the outer packaging carefully.
If external damage is visible, customers should immediately notify both the delivery company and Oceania Washbasin.
Failure to inspect the shipment on the day of delivery may affect claim eligibility.
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26. Mandatory Continuous Unboxing Video
To be eligible for any claim regarding:
- Transit Damage
- Missing Items
- Manufacturing Defects
- Replacement
- Insurance Claims
the customer must record one continuous unedited unboxing video.
The recording must:
- Start before opening the sealed package.
- Clearly show all sides of the package.
- Clearly show the shipping labels.
- Show the condition of the package before opening.
- Record the complete opening process.
- Show the entire product after unpacking.
- Continue until the inspection has been completed.
- Contain no cuts, edits, pauses, fast-forwarding, or interruptions.
The customer must also capture clear photographs of:
- Outer Packaging
- Shipping Labels
- Internal Packaging
- Complete Product
- Close-up photographs of any damage (if applicable)
All photographs and videos must be shared with Oceania Washbasin on the same day the product is delivered.
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27. Invalid Claims
Claims shall automatically become invalid if:
- The unboxing video starts after the package has already been opened.
- The recording contains cuts, edits, pauses, missing footage, or interruptions.
- Only photographs are submitted.
- No continuous unboxing video is available.
- The claim is reported after the day of delivery.
- The product has been installed before inspection.
- The product has been altered, repaired, or modified by the customer or any third party.
- Required evidence is not provided.
Oceania Washbasin reserves the right to reject such claims.
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28. Evidence Requirement
For every claim, the following shall be treated as primary evidence:
- Continuous Unedited Unboxing Video
- Product Photographs
- Packaging Photographs
- Shipping Labels
- Courier Details
- Invoice
- Order Number
Without the above evidence, Oceania Washbasin may not be able to process any claim.
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29. Installation Responsibility
Natural stone products are heavy and fragile.
Installation must be carried out by experienced and qualified professionals using appropriate tools and installation materials.
Oceania Washbasin shall not be responsible for damage caused by:
- Improper Installation
- Incorrect Plumbing
- Incorrect Countertop Cut-outs
- Mishandling
- Structural Movement
- Inadequate Support
- Improper Wall Mounting
- Improper Maintenance
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30. Cleaning & Maintenance
To preserve the beauty of natural stone:
- Do not use acidic cleaners.
- Do not use bleach or harsh chemicals.
- Use only mild soap or pH-neutral stone cleaners.
- Wipe the surface with a soft cloth.
- Clean spills promptly.
- Follow proper stone care practices.
Improper cleaning methods may permanently damage natural stone and are not covered under any warranty.
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31. Warranty Disclaimer
Natural stone is a naturally occurring material.
Oceania Washbasin does not guarantee that products will remain free from natural ageing, colour changes, mineral reactions, surface wear, or environmental effects over time.
No warranty covers damage caused by:
- Improper Installation
- Improper Cleaning
- Negligence
- Abuse
- Accidents
- Chemical Exposure
- Fire
- Flood
- Earthquake
- Structural Movement
- Normal Wear and Tear
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32. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Oceania Washbasin shall not be liable for any:
- Indirect Loss
- Consequential Loss
- Loss of Profit
- Business Interruption
- Project Delay
- Loss of Opportunity
- Third-Party Claims
- Installation Costs
- Reinstallation Costs
- Labour Charges
- Plumbing Costs
- Architect or Contractor Fees
Our total liability shall never exceed the amount actually paid by the customer for the specific product giving rise to the claim.
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33. Force Majeure
Oceania Washbasin shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:
- Natural Disasters
- Flood
- Fire
- Earthquake
- Pandemic
- War
- Terrorism
- Government Restrictions
- Labour Strikes
- Transportation Disruptions
- Customs Delays
- Power Failures
- Shortage of Raw Materials
- Supplier Delays
- Any other unforeseen event beyond our reasonable control
(Privacy Policy, Refund & Cancellation Policy, Intellectual Property, Legal Clauses & Contact Information)
34. Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Billing Address
- Shipping Address
- Company Name
- GST/VAT Details (if applicable)
- Payment Information (processed securely through third-party payment providers)
- IP Address
- Device Information
- Browser Information
- Cookies
- Website Usage Data
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35. Use of Information
Your information may be used to:
- Process Orders
- Manufacture Products
- Arrange Shipping
- Provide Customer Support
- Send Order Updates
- Improve Our Products & Services
- Prevent Fraud
- Comply with Legal Requirements
- Send Promotional Communications (where permitted)
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36. Information Sharing
Oceania Washbasin does not sell or rent customer information.
Information may only be shared with:
- Shipping Partners
- Payment Gateways
- Customs Authorities
- Government Authorities (where legally required)
- Professional Advisors
- Service Providers assisting in order fulfillment
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37. Data Security
We use commercially reasonable security measures to protect customer information.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system is completely secure. Therefore, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
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38. Customer Rights
Customers may request to:
- Access Personal Data
- Correct Incorrect Information
- Update Contact Details
- Delete Eligible Personal Information (subject to applicable laws)
- Withdraw Marketing Consent
Requests may be submitted to:
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REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY
39. Order Cancellation
Ready-stock orders may be cancelled within 24 hours of placing the order, provided dispatch has not commenced.
After confirmation or start production or packaging, or shipment has started, cancellation may not be possible.
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40. Custom Orders
Because Custom Orders are manufactured exclusively according to customer-approved specifications, they cannot be cancelled, returned, exchanged, or refunded once production has commenced.
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41. Returns
Returns may only be accepted where:
- Wrong product supplied by Oceania Washbasin.
- Manufacturing defect verified by Oceania Washbasin.
- Product does not match approved specifications due to our manufacturing error.
Returns will not be accepted for:
- Natural stone variations.
- Customer-approved specifications.
- Improper installation.
- Improper maintenance.
- Transit damage without required evidence.
- Custom-made products (except manufacturing error).
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42. Refunds
Approved refunds shall be processed using the original payment method within approximately 15 working days after inspection and approval of the returned product.
Shipping charges, customs duties, taxes, installation charges, labour charges, and other third-party costs are generally non-refundable unless required by applicable law.
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43. Intellectual Property
All Website content including but not limited to:
- Product Designs
- CAD Drawings
- Photographs
- Videos
- Catalogues
- Logos
- Brand Names
- Text
- Artwork
- Marketing Materials
- AI-generated Visuals
- Website Layout
- Product Descriptions
are the exclusive intellectual property of Oceania Washbasin unless otherwise stated.
No content may be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, published, or used without prior written permission.
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44. User Conduct
Customers shall not:
- Misuse the Website.
- Submit false information.
- Attempt unauthorized access.
- Copy our designs.
- Infringe our intellectual property.
- Engage in fraudulent activities.
Violation may result in legal action.
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45. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.
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46. Jurisdiction
Any dispute arising out of these Terms or the purchase of our products shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in New Delhi, India, unless otherwise required by applicable law.
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47. Force Majeure
Oceania Washbasin shall not be liable for delays or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, war, terrorism, government restrictions, labour strikes, transportation disruptions, customs delays, supplier delays, power failures, or shortages of raw materials.
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48. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
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49. Entire Agreement
These Terms & Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, Shipping Policy, Refund & Cancellation Policy, and any other policies published on our Website, constitute the complete agreement between the Customer and Oceania Washbasin.
No verbal discussion, email, message, quotation, or representation shall modify these Terms unless expressly confirmed by Oceania Washbasin in writing.
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50. Changes to Terms
Oceania Washbasin reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice.
The latest version published on our Website shall apply to all future use of the Website and purchases.
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Contact Us
Oceania Washbasin
Website: www.oceaniawashbasin.shop
Email: oceaniawashbasin@gmail.com
Phone:
+91 9770300444
Address:
Oceania Washbasin
R-23, Pul Prahlad Pur,
New Delhi – 110044,
India
For wholesale, dealer, architect, interior designer, hospitality, export, or custom project enquiries, please contact us using the above details.
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Final Acknowledgement
By accessing this Website, requesting a quotation, placing an order, making a payment, or accepting delivery of any product supplied by Oceania Washbasin, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Shipping Policy, and Refund & Cancellation Policy.
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Thank you for shopping with Oceania Washbasin!
