Terms of Service

1. Acceptance

By accessing mapleandporch.eu, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use the site. These terms apply to all visitors and users of the site.

2. Nature of the Site

Maple & Porch is an informational resource. It provides guidance on timber deck staining and weatherproofing. The content is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional construction, engineering, or legal advice.

The site does not sell products, provide contractor referrals, or operate any commercial service.

3. Content Accuracy

Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information published on this site. However, timber care practices, product formulations, and climate conditions vary. Information on this site may not apply to every situation, every timber species, or every region of Poland.

The site operator makes no warranty, express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy, or fitness for a particular purpose of any content on this site.

4. Limitation of Liability

The site operator is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from reliance on the content of this site. This includes, without limitation, damage to property, failure of timber treatments, or costs incurred in connection with deck maintenance or repair.

Always consult the manufacturer's instructions for any product and, where necessary, seek qualified professional advice before undertaking structural or chemical treatment work.

5. External Links

This site includes links to external websites, including institutional and technical reference sources. These links are provided for informational purposes. The site operator does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content of linked external sites.

6. Intellectual Property

The text content of this site is the property of its operator. Images are sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licences and remain the property of their respective copyright holders. Image attributions follow the terms of the applicable licences.

Reproduction of site content for non-commercial, educational purposes is permitted provided the source is acknowledged. Commercial reproduction requires prior written permission.

7. Contact Form Disclaimer

The contact form on the About page is a front-end demonstration. It does not transmit any data to a server. No message entered in the form is received, stored, or read by anyone. It is provided for interface completeness only.

8. Changes

These Terms of Service may be revised at any time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the current version.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Poland. Any disputes arising in connection with the site shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Polish courts.