Items that are often heavy, yet delicate such as fine art and sculptures are susceptible to damage during the move and if that occurs, it will depreciate their value. To ensure they reach their destination, especially over the course of a long distance move, you want to take any and all steps available to get them their unscathed. In order for it to be transported safely during the move, each piece should have its own unique accommodations. Moving a large marble sculpture, for example, requires entirely different protection and handling in comparison to moving the small but priceless painting in your collection and ensuring their custom preparations, you can have better peace of mind it will reach the new home. With that in mind, we at Excalibur Moving & Storage would like to offer some tips and advice for moving your art and sculpture collection safely.
Note on Priceless Artwork: You will want to address it separately from the rest of your possessions when it comes to moving and packing the artwork with your professional mover.
How Do You Transport Paintings During a Move?
Perfectly fitted around the paintings, custom crates engineered from wooden casings that is assembled around the art piece and then disassembled upon arrival is preferable to preserving the integrity and safety of your paintings. The crate, constructed of heavy and durable wood, is built around the painting by using precise dimensions. By custom crating your fine paintings, you give them more protection against sliding furniture, changing humidity and other damaging conditions that might be presented on the road ahead. Some paintings need to be placed in climate-controlled environments to not compromise the delicate pigments and when dealing with irreplaceable artwork, we strongly encourage you invest in specialized, custom transportation frames.
How Do You Pack & Move a Delicate Sculpture or Statue?
Even more unique than framed paintings, sculptures come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and density. They are typically more resistant to transportation damage, but taking the extra safety precautions and providing custom crating is an optimal solution for the most delicate sculptures. Additionally, the crates can be fitted with foam-padding to offer more security and safety to withstand the long road ahead. Transportation itself is the primary consideration when it comes to sculptures. Sculptures, even on a smaller scale can be awkward and cumbersome to move. Knowing the precise dimensions of the sculptures can predetermine how they will be inside; whether it is through a doorway or other alternatives. In the event the sculpture can be safely disassembled, we recommend doing so and always perform the appropriate steps and protocol on doing so. On larger scale sculptures, you may have to consider utilizing a crane, which are not too pricy to rent, to ensure their safe move. Also, be sure that anyone who offers a hand when handling the sculptures are wearing wear a pair of high quality gloves to prevent slipping or unintentional damage.
Local & Long Distance, Residential & Commercial Moving in Los Angeles County, CA & Beyond
Always practice extreme safety concerns when you pack and transporting of your valuable art pieces, whether your collection is small or extensive, the framed art and delicate sculptures require care when manipulating the pieces. For more safety, consider contacting a professional, such as Excalibur Moving & Storage for moving your collection. Our trained experts can safely customize their shipping container and get them to their destination safe and sound. Call us today to discuss your next move.
