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Cardboard boxes - packaging of paintings, sculptures for delivery, transportation abroad

When it comes to moving or transporting, packing valuable items can be a major headache. Paintings, sculptures — these are works of art that require special protection to ensure their surfaces are not damaged during transport. We will show and tell you how we pack paintings and sculptures for moving or transportation.

Reliable Packaging of Artworks for Transportation

Our company specializes in the professional packaging and transportation of paintings, sculptures, and other fragile items. We take care of the safety of your valuable property and provide a wide range of services for its packaging and transportation.

If you have a painting, we can offer you special boxes for its storage and transportation. The boxes we use for paintings are made of high-quality materials, ensuring the safety and integrity of the contents during transportation. For packing paintings for moving, we use special materials such as bubble wrap, corner protectors, and cardboard boxes to protect the paintings from damage and impact during the move.

If you have a sculpture, we can offer custom packaging to ensure the safety and preservation of the item during transportation. We use soft materials such as bubble wrap and foam to protect the sculpture from damage and impact.

If you have a large painting, we can offer custom packaging to ensure the safety and preservation of the painting during transportation. We use large boxes and soft materials to protect the paintings from damage and impact.

reinforced cardboard box for sending paintings abroad

We offer packaging for paintings for transportation. We only use high-quality materials to ensure the safety and preservation of your painting during transportation. If you need packaging for paintings for transportation in Kyiv or another city in Ukraine, we can offer custom solutions and fast delivery.

Cost of Packaging Paintings for Shipping, Transportation Abroad:

format 30 x 40 cm - 400 UAH
format 50 x 70 cm - 600 UAH
format 60 x 80 cm - 700 UAH
format 70 x 80 cm - 800 UAH
format 80 x 100 cm - 900 UAH

If you have a painting of a different size or need to pack multiple paintings in one box, call or write to us and we will calculate an individual cost in 10 minutes.

+38 063 247 8102

artdomua

+38 063 247 8102

DVP box for delivery, transportation of paintings abroad

Reinforced Boxes Made of DVP, Plywood, and OSB Sheets

We also manufacture reinforced boxes made of DVP, plywood, and OSB sheets for transporting fragile and valuable works of art. They are more reliable but much heavier than a cardboard box. Learn more about reinforced boxes for transporting and sending paintings by following the link.

tube for sending paintings abroad in a roll

Shipping Paintings in a Roll

An economical option is to ship paintings in a roll. The painting is removed from the stretcher, rolled up, and placed in a tube. An important condition is that the tube must have stiffening ribs to withstand heavy loads and protect the painting from damage. The tube should also have a removable lid to allow customs to open it and verify the contents with the documents. If you want to buy a reinforced tube for shipping paintings — follow the link.

To successfully pass customs clearance for each work of art, you need permission to export paintings and sculptures abroad. The ArtDom gallery helps to arrange state expertise in 1 day. The cost depends on the number of items for which you are ordering documents. Follow the link to find out how to get export permission for paintings for free.

You can pay for the packaging on our website by clicking the link.

We also assist in shipping paintings worldwide. We cooperate with several postal services currently operating in Ukraine — Ukrposhta, DHL, and Meest Express. Shipping costs are calculated individually based on the size of the paintings, their number, the country, and the city of delivery. For reference, we provide approximate shipping prices for paintings to the USA from the postal operator "Ukrposhta".

painting shipping cost abroad — Painting shipping cost abroad

IMPORTANT!
If you are sending or transporting paintings as personal belongings, be sure to indicate "For personal use". This will establish that your works of art are not for business purposes (e.g., exhibition, sale, etc.). In this case, you will be exempt from declaration, reporting, and customs duties.

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Our managers will be happy to consult on any questions, prepare packaging for paintings, assist in preparing an export permit, and calculate the cost of shipping paintings worldwide.

We work quickly and efficiently throughout Ukraine. Find out the exact cost and timing of the required services.

+38 063 247 8102

artdomua

+38 063 247 8102

How to Properly Pack a Painting or Sculpture

First, wrap the painting in bubble wrap (two layers)

packing paintings, transportation, shipping artworks — Packing paintings, transportation

Wrap the painting thoroughly on both sides

painting in wrapping film — Painting in wrapping film

Take sturdy cardboard to protect the painting during transportation

box for transporting paintings abroad — Box for transporting paintings

Insert a sheet of polystyrene cut to the size of the painting

box for shipping paintings — Box for shipping paintings

Place the painting on the sheet of polystyrene

painting in a box for transporting abroad — Painting in a box for transportation

Place pieces of dense foam in the corners for protection

protective box for painting delivery — Protective box for painting delivery

Insert pieces of polystyrene foam into the empty spaces around the perimeter of the painting

reliable packaging for painting delivery — Reliable packaging for painting delivery

Cover the other side of the painting with a sheet of polystyrene

box for safe transportation of paintings — Box for safe transportation of paintings

Close the package with a sheet of dense cardboard. The structure is ready for safe shipping

box for shipping paintings abroad — Box for shipping paintings abroad

1) The quality of packaging and materials must guarantee the integrity and preservation of paintings.

The packaging must protect against falls, impacts, moisture, leaks, and other factors that may harm the artwork. Therefore, we tightly pack paintings in plastic film, then bubble wrap, and surround them with layers of foam and polystyrene. In some cases, we use solid sheets of DVP and make a wooden frame.

2) Boxes for paintings should be easy to open and close.

For each painting, an individual corrugated cardboard box is made, which resembles a pizza box. This design allows customs services to open the box, verify it with export documents, close it, and maintain the integrity of the structure when crossing borders.

Order Packaging for Works of Art

If you have valuable works of art such as paintings or sculptures and plan to transport them, you need to ensure reliable packaging to keep them in perfect condition.

In this matter, we recommend contacting professionals and ordering an art packaging service to avoid damage and loss during transportation.

Advantages of Painting Packaging by the ArtDom Gallery:

✦ We have been making boxes and shipping paintings abroad for over 10 years;

✦ Guarantee of painting preservation, packaging integrity, and prompt delivery;

✦ Our experience has allowed us to improve the box design and technology for shipping paintings;

✦ Our packaging is lightweight, resulting in lower shipping costs by mail. Additionally, light packaging is convenient if you are transporting the painting yourself. For example, with a painting weighing 2 kg, the total weight with the box is only 4 kg, significantly reducing your shipping costs without compromising the quality of the packaging.

✦ In some cases, we add DVP sheets and create a wooden frame for greater confidence in the quality and safety of the painting during transportation. This slightly adds weight but increases the reliability of the painting's packaging.

Frequently asked questions about transporting and sending paintings abroad:

Should the painting be removed from the frame before sending it abroad?

If the painting is in a frame, it is better not to remove it, as the frame serves as additional protection. Moreover, the framing has already been done, and the cost of frame workshops abroad may be much higher than in Ukraine.

Should the painting be removed from the stretcher before sending it abroad?

Removing the painting from the stretcher is not recommended, as this can damage the canvas and the paint layer. Even for large formats, it is better not to deform the painting to avoid additional costs abroad for re-stretching it onto the stretcher.

Can the painting be rolled and sent abroad in a tube?

Although rolling the painting into a tube may reduce shipping costs, we recommend not removing paintings from the stretchers. This helps maintain its original appearance and avoids the risk of damage.

Can plywood be used for shipping paintings abroad?

Plywood is not recommended due to its weight and its tendency to absorb moisture. We use lighter and more practical materials, such as fiberboard, multi-layer cardboard, and wooden frames.

How to clear customs when transporting paintings across the border?

It all depends on the purpose of transportation and the number of paintings. If the painting is sent for personal purposes, as a gift, customs duties may not be charged. It is important to correctly indicate the purpose of sending in the documents.

What materials are used for packaging?

We use polystyrene, cardboard, soft plastic, bubble wrap, and other materials that provide maximum protection for exhibits during transportation.

How long does it take to package and transport exhibits?

The time required for packaging and transportation depends on the number of exhibits, their sizes, and the distance to be covered. We strive to complete the work as quickly as possible without compromising quality.

Can packaging be ordered for exhibits of non-standard sizes?

Yes, we provide custom packaging for exhibits of any size and shape, including non-standard ones.

Conclusion

In conclusion, ordering packaging for works of art is a responsible and important decision for preserving valuable exhibits. Our company is ready to provide professional services for packaging and transporting paintings, sculptures, ensuring maximum protection and preservation during transportation. We use only quality materials and modern equipment to create custom packaging for each exhibit.

Ordering packaging for works of art from us is a guarantee of safety and preservation during transportation, as well as saving time and effort in preparation for moving or an exhibition. Contact us, and we will be happy to help make the packaging and transportation process as safe and comfortable as possible.