Questions about ship model building

Who builds the models?

How do you build your models?

What kind of wood is used to build replicas of ships?

Your website says it is not kits. What does that mean?

How do you send the models?

Can I ask for reproductions of real boats?

How long could the models stay on my shelf?

Questions about the models

Will I receive my model fully assembled?

What is the best model?

What is the scale of each boat in miniature?

Questions about NAUTICADECOR

Where are you located? Can I go to see the models personally?

Can you modify a model currently offered to my specifications?

Are all the models currently in stock?

Do you offer showcases for the ship model?

Questions about your orders

How I can place my orders?

What happens after I place an order?

I can modify an existing order?

What about the payment options?

Do I have to register to place an order?

Questions about shipping

How long will my order take?

Do you ship internationally?

What will I have to pay for shipping insurance?

How are the models packaged?

Can I pick the models up in person?

 

 


 

 

Questions about ship model building

 

Who builds the models?

Building model ships has always been our passion. We are experts in decorative model boats and sailboats, and that passion shows in the quality of our models. To know more about us, click here.

 

How do you build your models?

All our boats reproductions are handmade with premium woods like teak. The hulls can be made in one piece by cutting and grinding process, a skeleton type using pieces similar to real construction. Hulls are a process of grinding and polishing with sand, layers of putty to remove imperfections and several coats of paint and sealed. Never use pre-build kits for the construction of models.

 

What kind of wood is used to build replicas of ships?

We use only the highest-quality woods available, such as cherry, birch, maple, white lotus, walnut, rosewood, teak, ebony and other.

 

Your website says it is not kits. What does that mean?

We do not make sell kits and don't sell it. Essentially all parts of the model are made by us (figureheads, stern details, tables, candles, etc..) Other parts that are common are purchased from companies that manufacture thousands, such as bronze cannons, cleats , ropes and halyards, etc.

 

How do you send the models?

Sailing boats, which are at the greatest height dimension by mast, are constructed so that the mast is perfectly detachable for transportation issues. For such reason we have designed a system of rigging (stays, shrouds, back-stays, etc ...) that can be removed easily and fold mast for transportation. Assembly is very simple and does not have any level of complication.

 

Can I ask for reproductions of real boats?

Of course. One of our advantages is being able to make a model of any boat that our customers want. With just basic information such as manufacturer and model, and a few photographs can make any actual play.

Of course the cost of such decorative vessels, to be unique, is higher. The final price will depend on the difficulty of the boat and the size of the model, but to have an idea can be about an average of 400 €.

 

How long could the models stay on my shelf?

Our models are of hight quality that can last a lifetime. We can not say the maximum, because currently we have none of our models manufactured in the last 10 years who have suffered significant damage.

 


 

Questions about the models

 

Will I receive my model fully assembled?

All of our models are fully assembled, simply out of the box and enjoy. To save on shipping costs, some of our sailboats with mast are sent with the stick removed. To assemble, simply insert the mast in its hole and holding aloft hooks in their slots. No need to be tied rig or tight, simply tighten the turnbuckles.

 

What is the best model?

This is a very difficult question. This function depends on your budget and the type of boat you are looking for.

 

What is the scale of each boat in miniature?

Fabricación scales are different depending on the boat, can vary between 1:20 - 1:30 - 1:40.These are the most common, but real boats whose length is bigger, of course the scale is larger. We try to make our models with a maximum length of 100cm.

 


 

Questions about NAUTICADECOR

 

Where are you located? Can I go to see the models personally?

Our offices are located in Sant Cugat del Valles (Barcelona), but our central store is on the French border to facilitate shipments to Europe. Normally offices in Sant Cugat del Valles have some models on exhibition, so if it is available can come and see. Anyway, on our website all the ship models have been photographed and made ​​a video for the customer to know for sure how the models actually are.

 

Can you modify a model currently offered to my specifications?

Yes! We can modify the models if desired. Basically the most common modification is to apply register the name, ship hull different color paint, set numbers on the sails, etc..

Are all the models currently in stock?

Yes! All our products are in stock and ready for immediate shipment (unless otherwise noted).

 

Do you offer showcases for the ship model?

We can provide solid showcases for all our miniature ships. More information about the showcases please contact us. (info@nauticadecor.com)

 


 

Questions about your orders

 

How I can place my orders?

There are two easy ways to place an order:

  • Each website page can "Add to cart" the desired model. This will add the model to the shopping cart. Then enter your information and payment. We accept all major credit cards. You will receive an email confirmation of your order.
  • Call us at (+34) 93 5878436 to place your order by phone.

 

What happens after I place an order?

When you place an order, you will receive an "Order Receipt" email, with all the details of your order. This is a confirmation that your order has been successfully completed and is being processed. If you do not receive this message immediately after placing your order, please contact us.

 

I can modify an existing order?

Yes, if you detect a mistake or want to change your order, this may be changed if the order has not yet been sent to destination, you should contact us by phone or via email. WE do not allow orders to be edited or canceled online.

 

If we want to make a nautical gift to a relative or friend, you have the option to buy a gift certificate, and it can be changed by any model or miniature boat deshired.

 

What about the payment options?

We offer two options for buying our shipmodels:

  • Online credit card (Visa, MasterCard)
  • Online via Paypal

 

Do I have to register to place an order?

No, if you want, you can order without registration. The advantage of the registry is to check your orders and invoices at any time, and not have to enter all your shipping data on every order.

 


 

Questions about shipping

How long will my order take?

Your order usually arrive within 24 hours, but in some cases it can take up to 72h. We ship models daily and if you want you can use the tracking thru NACEX web site.

 

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship internationally! For most European countries you can buy online ship models, if there is no shipping method to your country, please contact us for your quote.

 

What will I have to pay for shipping insurance?

All shipments are insured, so you will not pay anything for insurance. Being insured by any breakage during transport, in case of damage, with only a simple report and sending pictures of the damage, we re-send another model without charge.

 

How are the models packaged?

After much research we have developed the perfect container for each boat model. For many years, we have sent demos to several countries without incident.

 

Can I pick the models up in person?

Yes, you can pick up your product at our offices in Sant Cugat del Valles. At the time of the purchase online, you have the option of "collection by the customer" and will not pay any price for shipping.