As the owner of fine art, it’s important to take good care of your collection to ensure it maintains its integrity and value for years to come. Many people are aware of the importance of storing fine art appropriately. However, many people neglect proper handling when transporting their fine art from one place to another.
Below, we have covered some top tips that you can adopt when transporting fine art, whether you’re an avid collector of abstract artwork like Sensory Perceptions by Melissa Reischman or you’re a casual art lover who enjoys surrealism, impressionism, or photorealism.
Outsource Fine Art Transportation to an Expert Company
If you don’t feel confident transporting your art by yourself, consider outsourcing this task to a team of experts. Find a trusted and well-known art handling company in your area to ensure you hire the best people for the job.
Finding a reputable art handling company gives you peace of mind, knowing that your precious collection will be in good hands and won’t get damaged during transit. It’s worth spending the money to hire a professional company to transport your art rather than risking it getting damaged or broken.
Choose a Reputable Courier
If you’re arranging your own courier to transport your fine art instead of using an art handling company, conduct in-depth research to ensure you find a reliable and trusted company. You could ask your friends and family for recommendations if you can’t find what you’re looking for online.
Choose a courier with extensive experience in handling fine art and offers reasonable prices for their services. Check that the courier company or individual courier has all of the relevant licenses and maintains their delivery vans appropriately.
Consider asking your chosen courier about the packaging they use and the steps they take to ensure the safety of their fine art deliveries.
Use Protective Packaging
The packaging you use to transport fine art makes a significant difference to its safety during transit. The most suitable packaging for your fine art depends on its type and size. For example, an oil-based painting may require different packaging than a water-based piece of art.
Your chosen packaging should keep moisture out and protect your fine art from the damaging effects of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation. It should also create a tamper-proof or tamper-evident barrier that reduces the risk of theft.
Ensure Climate Control
You should always maintain optimal environmental conditions when transporting fine art. It’s recommended to store fine art between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit and at a humidity of 50%.
Consider using temperature-controlled packaging that maintains a constant temperature when transporting your fine art from place to place. You can also install a smart thermostat in your delivery van that continually monitors the temperature and adjusts the heating and air conditioning system accordingly to ensure the environment inside the delivery van doesn’t get too hot or cold.
Place a freestanding humidifier in your delivery van to ensure the ideal humidity for your fine art during long journeys.