FAQ & CARE

Anything
on your mind.

About age, care, warranty — the questions we hear most, organized by category.

01About Products

Questions about age, part count, and differences between series.

Ages 3 and up enjoy TIMBLO. Pieces are sized safely to reduce choking risk, but supervise children under 3. The Jumbo Series uses larger pieces, safe from 1.5 years.
Basic is the core series with 22 mixable parts. Petit offers six motif sets to collect. Jumbo brings XL pieces for dynamic, floor-spanning play. All share the same thickness, so you can mix across series.
"BASIC 250" is the most balanced first box. With 22 parts in healthy quantity, you can build houses, cars, castles, dinosaurs and more. Especially popular as a gift for ages 3-5.
The "Models You Can Build" page shows 12 example creations (houses, cars, castles, dinosaurs, dragons...) and which lineup you need. See more on Instagram #timblo.

02Safety

Questions about paint, choking hazards, and chemicals.
We meet strict standards so children can safely put pieces in their mouths.

No paint is used at all. That means it's safe even if your child mouths the pieces. It also meets Japan's Food Sanitation Act as a toy.
The mark certifies toys meeting the Japan Toy Association's "Toy Safety Standard," clearing three tests: physical safety (choking/breakage), flammability, and chemical safety. TIMBLO has earned it across every series.
HOW TO CARE

Care that lasts
a lifetime.

With proper care, natural wood toys last beautifully for years.
Four steps — from daily care to dealing with dirt.

STEP 01

Daily Care

Wipe gently with a dry soft cloth after play. Avoid moisture to preserve the wood’s warmth.

STEP 02

If Soiled

Wipe quickly with a tightly wrung damp cloth, then dry immediately. Avoid alcohol or detergents — they damage the grain.

STEP 03

Long-Term Tips

Apply a thin coat of plant oil (e.g. linseed) twice a year to preserve the grain. Let it dry for several hours.

STEP 04

Storage

Avoid direct sunlight and humidity; store in the included wooden box. Wood breathes — keep storage ventilated, not sealed.

03Care

Natural wood is sensitive to water — it can discolor, warp, or crack, so please avoid washing with water. If soiled, wipe with a tightly wrung damp cloth and dry immediately.
Alcohol damages the finish and wood, so it is not recommended. Daily care should be dry wiping.
Major damage within 90 days is replaced free of charge; after that, individual pieces are available for purchase.

04Orders & Shipping

We ship within 1-2 business days after order confirmation, with next-day delivery at the earliest. Remote islands and Okinawa may take longer than usual.
Free gift wrapping is available when purchasing through our official online shop. Traditional Japanese "noshi" wrap is also free.
Currently we only ship within Japan.

05Warranty & Repair

Purchases through our official online shop include a 90-day manufacturer warranty. Damage from normal use is replaced free of charge. Contact us via the form or the email used at purchase.
Yes — we sell individual pieces for purchase. Some pieces may be out of stock, so please contact us first.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Feel free to
get in touch

For anything not covered here, use our contact form.
Every message gets a thoughtful reply.

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