Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL

Do you have a retail store I can visit?

Fair Wind Fasteners mostly operates online and doesn't maintain a retail location, however we'd be happy to welcome you in to our warehouse to fit, see, and touch the fasteners you're interested in. We also like to meet our customers so we'd love to have you!

Since we're mainly online, we don't keep regular business hours, but if you'd like to schedule a visit then get in touch with when you'd like to come and we can make it happen!

What are your business hours?

We're available to contact from 9am - 5pm Eastern Standard Time, Monday - Friday.

Fair Wind Fasteners mostly operates online and doesn't maintain a retail location, however we'd be happy to welcome you in to our warehouse to fit, see, and touch the fasteners you're interested in. We also like to meet our customers so we'd love to have you!

Since we're mainly online, we don't keep regular "opening hours," but if you'd like to schedule a visit then get in touch with when you'd like to come and we can make it happen!

Where are you located?

We're located in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island. The Ocean State! 

Since we're mainly online, and we don't keep regular business hours, but if you'd like to schedule a visit then get in touch with when you'd like to come and we can make it happen!

Our mailing address is:

Fair Wind Fasteners

11C Bowler Lane

Newport, RI 02840

Do you offer discounts for business accounts?

We offer quantity discounts based on the amount of fasteners you order. The more you order, the deeper the discount that is calculated at checkout. We are proud to say that we offer the best pricing in the industry and consistently beat the "business account" discounts that some other retailers offer.

We want to give the best prices to ALL of our customers, whether a business or a home DIYer. In order to do that, we've implemented those quantity discounts and made them available to everyone. We don't offer any specific business pricing, but as I said, our pricing will beat our competitors even without it.

SHIPPING, PAYMENTS AND RETURNS

Will you ship to my country?

Absolutely! We regularly ship fasteners worldwide!

We ship through either the United States Postal Service or UPS, and you'll be able to choose which you prefer during checkout. The United States Postal Service ships to roughly 180 countries, and UPS ships to roughly 220 countries.

For a list of countries that the USPS ships to you can click here.

For a list of countries that UPS ships to you can click here.

How much will shipping cost me?

That depends, but we keep it as cheap as possible!

We weigh every fastener that is for sale here and when you order the total order weight is calculated along with your shipping address and the shipping method you choose to figure out the shipping cost. We don't make any money on shipping charges, and don't charge any handling fees. In fact, we've joined a collective to bargain for the lowest shipping costs available and partially subsidize the shipping costs to keep them low for our customers.

How soon will I receive my order?

During checkout you'll be able to choose your shipping method, and can choose anything from an inexpensive and slow method all the way up to next day air. 

We ship on the same or next business day, Monday to Friday. We can't guarantee same day shipping but if your item is ordered before 9am EST every day it will ship the same day without question. After 9am we'll still try to get it out on the same day, but may have to ship on the following business day. You'll receive tracking information sent to the e-mail you've provided as soon as your order ships. Sometimes the tracking e-mails will end up in a customer's spam or junk folder, so have a look there if you don't see one.

What are your payment terms?

Fair Wind Fasteners accepts all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal.

If you prefer, we will also accept a check or wire transfer, but may not ship your order until the check or wire clears our account. 

Fair Wind Fasteners does not accept payment on NET terms.

How can I track my order

When your order ships you will receive tracking information sent to the e-mail that you provided during checkout. On some occasions that tracking e-mail will end up in your junk/spam folder so if you don't see it then have a search through those folders as it may have ended up there. 

If your order is missing, or you didn't receive tracking info, you can always get in touch and we'll get onto it straight away!

Do you accept returns?

Absolutely!

We understand that sometimes you have to get the right fit and may have to return some of the fasteners you've ordered. That's okay! We'll gladly accept your return.

In order to return your items please put them in a box, clearly mark your name and order number inside the box, and send them to:

Fair Wind Fasteners

11C Bowler Lane

Newport, RI 02840

Once we receive your return it will take 1-2 business days to process. We'll refund the payment method you originally used, minus the shipping costs.

What is your return policy and process?

We have a 30-day return policy on all items, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. Shipping is unfortunately non-refundable. Our full return policy can be found here.

In order to return and receive a refund for your items please put them in a box, clearly mark your name and order number inside the box, and send them to:

Fair Wind Fasteners

11C Bowler Lane

Newport, RI 02840

Once we receive your return it will take 1-2 business days to process. We'll refund the payment method you originally used, minus the shipping costs.

QUESTIONS ABOUT FASTENERS

I can't find the size/type of fastener I need. Can you help?

Absolutely!

We pride ourselves in sourcing those hard-to-find fasteners for customers. The items listed here on the website are just the beginning of what we have and can get in stock for you. Get in touch with your requirements and we'll be happy to try and get what you need in for you.

Does my project need silicon bronze fasteners?

That depends! If you're looking for great aesthetics, superior corrosion resistance, great conductivity, and high strength, then the answer is most likely YES!

Silicon bronze is commonly used in the marine, chemical, and electrical industries due to the excellent properties of the alloy. They're great for:

  • Anything on a boat, especially under the water line
  • Use in highly corrosive environments such as in chemical plants or near seawater
  • Use in water treatment plants where corrosion can't be tolerated
  • Use in the electrical industry due to their high conductivity
  • Use in fine woodworking or on furniture for their excellent aesthetic appeal

For some more information on silicon bronze fasteners you can:

What color will my bronze fasteners be when I order them?

Our bronze fasteners come in a variety of shades depending on how long ago they were machined. We can't guarantee a particular fastener will come either "bright" or "aged" but what we can do is help you to achieve the color you're looking for with our guide on how to change the color and either polish them to a mirror finish or quickly age and patina them to a deep brownish hue. 

Just read our guide on the color of bronze and how to change it to match your current hardware or bring out a fresh new look. That guide can be found here.