My little zeppelin came well packaged and the instructions were easy to follow. I managed to get it done in a single evening and without any fancy tools or glue. As someone who doesn't have a lot... See more
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I ordered a Marble Run; a Garden House and Eric's Office. Each item arrived carefully packaged and arrived quickly. The kits have been a great success with my family, especially in these days of l... See more
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We bought a marble run and a train for my husband for his birthday. They arrived quickly, and he (as someone who is normally not very practical or dexterous) has really enjoyed putting the first one t... See more
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Beautiful kits that have easy to follow instructions. My 17 year old grandson really liked the Safe and it's been much admired. These kits are suitable for older kids too. My husband, 79 yrs, is bu... See more
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Building and crafting is for all ages - BuilDIY proves it. You are never too old to build or do crafts. BuilDIY's products are suitable for everyone over 14 years old. Free UK shipping on orders over £50. Delivery within 3-5 working days. Free returns.
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Ordered 2 sets- £88 in April
Ordered 2 sets- £88 in April. Didn’t arrive. Company said couriers had delivered. No refund, no replacement and now no correspondence! Wouldn’t take a chance on making an order. Kits are nice but awful customer service!
July 9, 2021
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Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Gill,
First of all; thanks for your review. BuilDIY.uk has been 'on hold' for a while now, so that's why we've only just stumbled upon this review of yours. Sorry for the late response.
We have always answered your e-mails in a nice matter - as people would and should expect from us. Back in April, UPS has indicated that they have delivered your package correctly. We then asked UPS for and received a proof of delivery, so that's all we could do from our side to determine whether or not delivery had actually been completed. That's what we informed you about back at the time as well.
We cannot issue a refund when UPS indicates they have delivered the package and even provides 'proof of delivery'.
We noticed you requested a chargeback through your credit card company and they eventually provided you a refund. Even though we have all the proof of delivery, you did get your refund. Even though we do not agree with your credit card company's decision, we believe this eventually closes the case.
Nonetheless: have a great day!
With kindest regards,
Max
Team BuilDIY
Love, love, love these kits
Great experience. Ordered two DIY miniature house; fantastic service on comms and delivery. Ordered two more and again absolutely delighted. A great new hobby that keeps me occupied for hours :-)
April 26, 2021
The models are very well cut out and…
The models are very well cut out and the instructions are very easy to follow.
all the model turn out very well.
April 25, 2021
Beautiful kits that have easy to follow…
Beautiful kits that have easy to follow instructions. My 17 year old grandson really liked the Safe and it's been much admired. These kits are suitable for older kids too. My husband, 79 yrs, is busily making the Clock!
Thank you for a very professional service Buildiy.
April 22, 2021
Service was very quick and easy
Service was very quick and easy. Not sure about the puzzle yet as bought for my grandson who hasn't started it yet.
April 16, 2021
Service
you are one of the few company that has delivered what I ordered and with in a sensible time not months from China like other things I have ordered
Thank you
April 16, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Peter,
Thank you for your review!
We strive for high customer satisfaction and always try to ensure that orders are delivered within approximately 5 working days.
We wish you lots of fun building your Marble Roller Coaster :)
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Great value fun items to build & prompt…
Great value fun items to build & prompt delivery
April 14, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Alison,
Thank you very much for your review!
On behalf of the BuilDIY team we wish you lots of fun with all your BuilDIY kits :)
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
A great introduction to models.
My little zeppelin came well packaged and the instructions were easy to follow. I managed to get it done in a single evening and without any fancy tools or glue. As someone who doesn't have a lot of experience building models I was surprised how easy they made it.
The pieces are quite thin but there are duplicates of some of them incase one breaks (I managed not to break any). It looks a lot more complex than it is and it's very satisfying seeing it all come together.
10/10 would recommend. Can't wait to get another one!
April 14, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Donna,
Thank you for your super nice review!
It's great to hear that you had so much fun building your Mini Zeppelin, we love to hear that!
Our compliments for building the Mini Zeppelin in one evening, and that for a novice model builder!
Perhaps a large Zeppelin would be something for you! It's a lot more challenging and time consuming.
If you need any further advice on a possible new kit, please let me know!
I wish you a very nice weekend!
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Thoroughly enjoyed the constructions of…
Thoroughly enjoyed the constructions of my various wooden projects. Thank you very much.
April 11, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Andrew,
Thanks for your message and we are glad to hear that you enjoyed building your kits so much!
Enjoy :)
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Wow what a kit excellent quality and…
Wow what a kit excellent quality and workmanship patience is needed and a lot of time I am thoroughly enjoying my greenhouse will it ever be finished though only time will tell a wonderful hobby to help pass time with the COVID lockdown at present would recommend to others
April 9, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Annette,
Thank you for your wonderful review.
We are very happy that we were able to give you a new hobby in these hard times of Covid-19.
Take all the time you need to build your kits, and if you have any questions, feel free to contact us, we will be more than happy to help you out :)
Enjoy!
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
These kits are super cute
These kits are super cute, super well made & super entertaining! Delivery was super quick too 😁
March 31, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Kirsty,
Thanks for your review!
It's great to hear that you like the kits so much. We wish you lots of fun with the Garden House and Study Room.
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Would highly reccommend
Although delivery was not on time because of difficult circumstances outside Buildiy control, communication was excellent. Would highly reccommend Buildiy. Thank you.
March 31, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
HI Lene,
Thanks for your review.
In the beginning of 2021 it was really a drama to ship to the UK, luckily this is all solved and we don't have any problems anymore with shipping.
We wish you a lot of fun with the Marble Roller Coaster!
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Perfect little kit
Perfect little kit, packaged lovely. Half way though building and really enjoying it!
March 30, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
HI Joanne,
Thanks for your review.
It's great to hear that you are already having so much fun building the Flower Garden. We wish you lots of building fun!
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Great kit
Great kit! Have bought several from them now and my dad is delighted with them, highly recommend.
March 29, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Judith,
Thanks for your review.
Thank you for your review and what a great gift for your father!
We wish your father lots of building fun!
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Bought 2 modelsrecommended
Bought 2 models, clock and train. Done the clock and just started the train. Challenging, but fun to build. Good way of passing a few hours ~ especially in a covid lockdown!
March 24, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Ian,
Thanks for your review!
We wish you lots of fun with your Locomotive and Marble Roller Coaster :)
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Marble run and train
We bought a marble run and a train for my husband for his birthday. They arrived quickly, and he (as someone who is normally not very practical or dexterous) has really enjoyed putting the first one together. I am looking forward to seeing him doing the second one.
March 24, 2021
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Helen,
Thanks for your review and what a great gift for your husband!
Good to hear that your husband had so much fun building the Marble Roller Coaster and Locomotive :)
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
Overpriced, reviews are filtered
Even though some of these kits are really expensive for what they are I was being swayed by instagram ads before seeing the delivery. Its advertised on Instagram as 2 working days but is actually 3-5, and what I assume will be a pretty small package will be £5 postage for this fairly slow delivery!? Also the one that is being advertised everywhere on Instagram is priced at £49 when free delivery is over 50, how convenient that the cheapest thing on the website is about £19 so theres no way to make this up. Come on your profit margins must already be insane, that's a bit money grubbing. I also tried to post this review on their website then realised that they filter reviews before they post them, that's a bit dishonest.
March 24, 2021
Unprompted review
Reply from BuilDIY.uk
Hi Emma,
Thanks for your review!
These are old advertisements in which we advertise a delivery time of 2 working days. These ads are no longer active.
Our delivery times are 3-5 working days. Unfortunately, we have had to change delivery times due to the Brexit, which is making everything take much longer.
Of course we have to draw a line somewhere where we charge shipping costs. We have done this for orders above €50.
The shipping costs that we charge are a small percentage of the total shipping costs.
The package is always insured and if, for example, it gets lost, we will resend it free of charge.
In addition, we offer free returns - within 14 days of receipt.
- Ard
Team BuilDIY
I bought a perpetual calendar for my…
I bought a perpetual calendar for my dad as a birthday present. Easy to order, lots of choice for different budgets, delivery was very quick. Would buy from here again.
March 23, 2021
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