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Tips & FAQs

We hope you will enjoy your experience here at King's Ink. If you are new to our studio, or new to tattoos or piercings in general, here are a few bits of tattoo etiquette and answers to some frequently asked questions: 

  • Credit and Debit Cards are accepted. NO CHECKS.

  • Walk-ins are welcome; Appointments are recommended.

  • Deposits are required for all appointments and some custom designs. See our deposit policy below. 

  • You must be 18 years of age or older to be tattooed. NO EXCEPTIONS.

  • An individual between 14 and 18 years of age can get SELECT body piercings WITH PARENTAL CONSENT ONLY.

  • No children under the age of 14 allowed in the studio.

  • Loud conversation/noisy children can be a distration to the artists.

  • Positive ID is required for all ages.

  • Please keep cell phone use to a minimum.

  • No photography of any kind is allowed without an Artist's OK.

  • Come clean! This one should be obvious. To get a tattoo, you are going to be spending considerable time in close proximity to another person. Wash up! Don't come straight from the gym or from a long day working in the hot sun! 

  • Show up on time! Appointments are often booked closely together. If you are late, we may not be able to finish your tattoo in the time allotted, which could result in rescheduling. See our deposit policy below.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do tattoos/piercings hurt?
    Yes... That being said, how much they hurt depends on the individual and the type of tattoo/piercing. Most tattoos only hurt slightly and only during the procedure. Most piercings only hurt briefly during the procedure.

  • How much do tattoos/piercings cost?
    Tattoo prices vary greatly and depend on many circumstances such as size, colors, complexity & location. Piercing prices vary as well depending on type and location.

  • So how do I get a price for my tattoo/piercing?
    Just stop on in to King's Ink and discuss your plans with an Artist/Piercer. WE CANNOT GIVE OUT PRICES OVER THE PHONE OR VIA EMAIL. There are just too many variables involved to accurately give you a price other than in person.

  • Is there a minimum price for a tattoo?
    Yes, but we do not give out any price over the phone or via email. If your tattoo will only cost the shop minimum, your Artist will tell you, otherwise its considered impolite to ask.

  • Can I haggle with my artist for a lower price?
    Its considered impolite to haggle with your artist over price. Doing so implies that you do not feel the Artist's work is worth the price.

  • If I don’t show up for my appointment, or cancel within 2 business days, is my deposit really forfeit?
    Yes... We work on commission; if we don’t work, we don’t get paid. So we are counting on you to show up! If you cancel with short notice or don’t show up at all, we lose money. You may lose your deposit, but we are losing as much as a whole day’s pay!

deposit policy


Updated as of 10/14/21.

Picture I.D. is required at all times.
Picture I.D./birth certificate AND a parent/legal guardian (with I.D.) are required for all piercings under age 18. Other restrictions apply.
18+ tattooed only

By placing your deposit, you are agreeing to the terms of this deposit policy.

A non-refundable deposit is required upon booking. A tattoo deposit is for the agreed design, time and date set in place with your artist. Any changes in your agreed appointment time, date or design, could result in forfeiting the deposit.

The deposit comes off the final cost of your tattoo or piercing

We require two business days notice (Tues - Sat) to reschedule your appointment, otherwise the deposit is forfeited. You may reschedule 2 times. The deposit is good for 60 days after that. Not showing up for your appointment may result in a higher deposit price for any future appointments.

If you show up late for your appointment, we will try to accommodate you, otherwise you may have to reschedule, forfeiting your deposit.

By placing your deposit, you are agreeing to the terms of this deposit policy.
Please call the shop at (978)-263-7763 during business hours to place your deposit.
We are open tues - sat 12pm - 8pm.

Piercing Deposits:
50% of the price of the piercing.

Tattoo Deposits:
Minimum (less than 1 hour): $50 deposit
Half day (1-4 hours): $100 deposit
Full day (4+ hours): $200 deposit

All deposits are non-refundable

Thanks for understanding and we appreciate your business!