ArtCrates designs and manufactures bespoke canvas art shipping crates in the UK, built specifically to protect stretched and unstretched canvas artworks during transport, storage, and international shipping.
Our custom canvas art crates are used by galleries, museums, artists, collectors, and professional art handlers who require reliable, museum-grade protection for valuable canvas works.
A Custom Canvas Art Crate is a handcrafted wooden shipping box designed specifically to protect framed or stretched canvas artworks during transport or storage. Each crate from ArtCrates is built to the exact dimensions of your artwork for a perfect fit and maximum protection.
Standard boxes or off-the-shelf packaging rarely provide adequate protection for valuable art. A custom-built art crateensures your painting is secure, cushioned, and isolated from vibration, moisture, and impact — ideal for gallery shipments, exhibitions, or international transport.
All ArtCrates are made from ISPM 15–certified timber & plywood, ensuring they meet international export standards. We line each crate with archival-safe foam and protective barriers to keep your canvas stable and safe from environmental damage.
Yes. Our Custom Canvas Art Crates are fully ISPM 15 compliant, making them safe and legal for international shipping. They are trusted by galleries, museums, and art logistics firms across the UK and Europe.
Absolutely. We design all our crates for multiple-use durability. The interior foam and fittings can be easily adjusted or replaced, making them a sustainable, long-term solution for galleries and collectors who ship frequently.
Simply contact ArtCrates with your artwork’s dimensions and shipping details. We’ll provide a free, no-obligation quote within 24 hours. You can reach us via email or our online Get a Quote form.
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Yes. ArtCrates offers nationwide delivery across the UK, as well as collection options for galleries and studios in London, Manchester, Bristol, and Glasgow. We can also coordinate directly with your preferred art-shipping company.
Canvas artworks are highly vulnerable to:
Impact and vibration
Punctures or pressure on the canvas surface
Frame distortion during handling and transit
Our custom canvas art crates are engineered to eliminate these risks by providing:
Precise internal sizing
Secure artwork suspension or support
Professional protective materials designed specifically for fine art
Each crate is built to the exact dimensions and structural needs of the canvas.
We build custom crates for:
Stretched canvas paintings
Unstretched or rolled canvases
Large-format and oversized canvases
Exhibition and touring artworks
High-value contemporary and historic canvas works
Whether you are shipping a single canvas or an entire exhibition, we tailor the crate to the artwork and transport method.
We do not rely on bubble wrap or generic packaging.
Our canvas art crates use:
High-density, conservation-safe foam
Internal supports that prevent movement
Recessed clearances to avoid contact with the canvas surface
Rigid wooden crate construction for external impact protection
The artwork is immobilised and protected without placing pressure on delicate surfaces.
All custom canvas art crates are constructed using:
ISPM 15 compliant wood (required for international shipping)
Precision-cut internal framing
Professional-grade fixings and closures
Optional lifting, handling, or stacking features
Each crate is built for durability, repeated handling, and long-distance transport.
Our crates are suitable for:
UK road transport
International air and sea freight
Long-term or temporary storage
Exhibitions and touring shows
ISPM 15 compliance ensures your canvas art crate meets international customs and shipping regulations.
We specialise in art shipping crates only, with a strong focus on protecting high-value canvas artworks.
Every canvas crate is designed specifically for the artwork’s size, weight, and fragility.
All crates are built in the UK, allowing fast turnaround times and consistent quality control.
Our clients include galleries, museums, artists, collectors, and professional art handlers.
If you need a bespoke crate for a canvas artwork, we can help.
To provide an accurate quote, we’ll need:
Canvas dimensions (height × width × depth)
Whether the canvas is stretched or unstretched
Destination (UK or international)
Any special handling or transport requirements
👉 Contact us today for a custom canvas art crate quote.
