We’re thrilled to announce that, effective March 1, we will be officially eliminating IFS charges on all new orders of overseas stones. This is a major milestone in our Forging Our Path Back to Normal initiative, which remains a top priority for all of us at Salem Stones. At one time, these fees were as high as 26 cents per pound, so this is, indeed, an important moment.  

Coming as it does so close to the third anniversary of the Covid-19 shutdown, this also feels like a good time to reflect on what we have accomplished together. Without doubt, our industry experienced significant stress over the past three years. Yet, we never stopped showing up for families in need. We are proud to have been able to help you to provide the best possible service in such challenging times. 

We’re also pleased to have returned our business practices to pre-pandemic expectations wherever possible. Here’s a brief review of what we’ve managed to achieve: