question---$5 of $25 Staples

[mountaindew87]

I have a question about the $5 off $25 that i received from Staples via email today. It states the following
Valid in Staples® U.S. stores only. Minimum purchase requirement of $25 must be met with purchases to which no other instant savings offer applies. Tax is not included in calculating minimum purchase. Limit one coupon per household, coupon must be surrendered. Not valid on the purchase of HP ink and toner, gift cards, postage stamps or phone cards. No cash/credit back. Not valid on prior purchases or purchases made with Staples® Procurement Cards or Convenience Cards.

So my question is it states $25 min purchase must be met which no other instant savings offer applies is the Staples rewards i received from ink cartridge recycle with them considered instant savings?? If i purchase $30 worth of merchandise hand them the $5 off $25 then pay with my Staples reward is that allowed??
Thanks to anyone that can help answer my question.

[fluttervale]

Rewards are "like cash" and can be used on anything, with any other coupon, excepting a few items like gift cards, postage stamps, etc.

It's absolutely allowed. If the store refuses, call 1-800-3STAPLE.

[mountaindew87]

thanks...thats what i thought but new to Staples and wasnt 100% positive.....

Rewards are "like cash" and can be used on anything, with any other coupon, excepting a few items like gift cards, postage stamps, etc.

It's absolutely allowed. If the store refuses, call 1-800-3STAPLE.