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 Manchester service is fully tailored to your artwork — never off-the-shelf or generic.
We build crates for:
Canvas paintings (stretched or framed)
Framed artworks and glazing
Sculptures and 3D artworks
Mixed media and installations
Antiques and high-value pieces
Touring exhibitions and collections
Each crate is engineered to the exact dimensions, weight, and fragility of the artwork, ensuring secure transit with minimal movement and maximum shock resistance.
All our Manchester custom art crates are built using professional fine art standards, including:
Structural plywood for strength with controlled weight
Internal foam cushioning and suspension systems
Impact and vibration reduction
Protective barrier layers for artwork surfaces
Optional moisture and climate protection
Safe lifting, handling, and fixing points
These are the same principles trusted by galleries and museums worldwide.
For artworks leaving the UK, we supply ISPM-15 certified wooden art crates, suitable for international export.
Our export crates are designed for:
Air freight
Sea freight containers
European road transport
Long-term storage and touring exhibitions
All crates are clearly labelled for customs clearance and safe handling.
We supply custom art crates throughout Manchester and the North West, including:
Manchester city centre
Salford
Trafford
Stockport
Greater Manchester and surrounding areas
Crates can be delivered directly to your location or prepared for collection by your chosen art courier.
Specialists in fine art crating and packing
Fully bespoke crate designs
Museum and gallery-grade materials
Export-compliant ISPM-15 certification
Fast turnaround and reliable scheduling
Trusted with high-value and fragile artworks
We understand the risks involved in art transport and design every crate to minimise them.
If you need bespoke art crating in London, contact ArtCrates today.
We’ll advise on the best crate design for your artwork, transport method, and destination.
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ArtCrates — Professional custom art crates London, built for protection, transport, and peace of mind.
