Custom Canvas Art Crates built in the UK for galleries, artists, and collectors. ISPM 15 certified.
Durable Large Custom Art Crates built in the UK. Expertly engineered for oversized paintings, sculptures, and installations.
Crafted in the UK – built locally, delivered globally.
Trusted by galleries, conservators, and shippers.
Reusable and recyclable materials available.
Our team helps you select the right protection for every piece.
No. We use professional protective foams and materials designed specifically for artwork safety. We recommend you wrap your art in Glassine paper first, then bubble wrap (bubbles out) to stop any movement in the crate.
Yes. All export crates are manufactured using ISPM-15 heat-treated timber/Plywood, making them fully compliant for international shipping by air, sea, or road. We regularly produce crates for artworks leaving London for Europe, the USA, Asia, and worldwide destinations.
Yes. We regularly design crates for large-format and heavy artworks, including reinforced bases and lifting features when required.
Turnaround times depend on the size and complexity of the crate, but most custom art crates for London clients are completed within a few working days. If you have a tight deadline for an exhibition, collection, or shipment, we can advise on expedited options where possible.
Our custom art crates for artists are built specifically around your artwork — not standard box sizes.
We regularly crate:
Canvas paintings (stretched or framed)
Works on paper and framed pieces
Sculptures and 3D artworks
Mixed media and installation elements
Large-scale or unusually shaped artworks
Single artworks or small collections
Each crate is engineered to the exact dimensions, weight, and fragility of the artwork, minimising movement and reducing risk during transport.
Artists often need maximum protection without unnecessary weight or cost. Our crates are designed to balance strength, weight, and practicality.
Standard features include:
Lightweight structural plywood construction
Internal foam cushioning or suspension systems
Protective barrier layers to prevent surface damage
Shock and vibration reduction
Secure fixing and handling points
This ensures professional-grade protection while keeping shipping efficient.
We regularly supply art crates for artists exhibiting or selling work, including:
Shipping artwork to galleries
Deliveries to collectors and buyers
Art fairs and temporary exhibitions
Touring shows and residencies
Long-distance UK transport
Our crates are suitable for reuse, storage, or one-off shipments depending on your needs.
If your artwork is travelling abroad, we manufacture ISPM-15 heat-treated art crates, fully compliant with international export regulations.
Our export crates are suitable for:
Air freight
Sea freight
European road transport
International collectors and galleries
We ensure your artwork is correctly crated and prepared for customs and courier handling.
Specialists in fine art crating
Bespoke designs for individual artworks
Professional protection trusted by galleries
Export-ready ISPM-15 compliant crates
Clear advice and honest recommendations
Suitable for emerging and established artists
We focus on protecting your artwork — not selling unnecessary complexity.
If you need professional art crates as an artist, contact ArtCrates today.
We’ll help you choose the right level of protection based on your artwork, destination, and budget.
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ArtCrates — Professional art crates for artists, built to protect your work and your reputation.
