Our paintings are among the most treasured possessions in our home. Whether they are artworks with great economic or sentimental value, the transfer of paintings is always a concern. New neighbors, a new house, and the move!
We worry about how our belongings will arrive in our new home. It does not matter if you hire a professional moving company or do it yourself. Proper packaging is crucial. But if you are not sure you can do this yourself, maybe a professional is the best choice.
Paintings can be damaged by transport and handling due to their fragility, age, or sensitivity to natural elements. These precious objects will still arrive intact, as though nothing happened if you use the correct packaging. We need several materials that can be used in a variety of situations but are inexpensive enough to protect important work.
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Packaging Materials: The Basics
We have already mentioned that the materials you need are inexpensive, easily found in any local store, and can be recycled. Don’t skimp on materials. This is the most important first step, so you should not take this lightly. Because if this is not right, the whole process can fail.
By preserving your most precious paintings, you can save a lot of time and money. We all need:
- PVC tape
- Use packing tape
- Bubble wrap.
- Kraft paper or newspaper
- Cardboard boxes
- Old newspapers
- Used clothing and rags
- Large marker or “FRAGILE stickers”
These are materials that you can afford to spend very little on.
How to wrap a painting properly?
Wrapping a painting can be very easy. It can, however, be difficult depending on the nature of the artwork. It can be difficult to complete the task with fragile or large paintings.
Wrapping a painting is as easy as five steps. These steps are listed below:
1. Lower frame
It is very simple to download most paintings from the place they are located. Lower the nail from the wall. However, special frames often have more complicated fixing systems than wires and nails.
In these instances, we need to evaluate the condition of the paint and, if necessary, consult an expert in removals on the best way to go about it. They can guide you completely without any risks.
2. Place the frame
Place the painting on a flat, smooth, stable, hard surface. The best alternative is to use dry and clean ground. The frame can be placed on an easily maneuverable surface.
3. Measure
To calculate how much plastic, paper, and cardboard will be used for wrapping, measure the box. This allows us to calculate how big the box should be to package it. In this sense, add a minimum of 10 centimeters to each side. The extra size is due to how much space the wrapper will take up.
Do not worry if there is extra space. This will be filled with newspapers, rags, and cardboard later.
4. Wrap
The frame is the first thing that needs to be wrapped when wrapping a painting. We need to prepare triangles to cover corners with thick cardboard. The thicker, the better. These must be secured with PVC tape. They must not come in contact with the frame to prevent them from being damaged when they are removed.
Then, wrap the whole painting in as much Kraft paper and bubble wrap as you can. The more layers you have, the better your protection will be.
5. Pack
After wrapping the painting, you can place it in a cardboard container. Don’t worry if the box is too small. We can make a custom one or join two boxes. We fill the empty spaces between the box’s walls and the painting with old rags, including clothes or newspaper balls. It is necessary to write the “FRAGILE” in large, legible letters with a marker.
Yes now! Our paintings are ready to travel to their new home. In any moving process, it is best to have the advice of experts in packaging, transport, and care of your most appreciated goods.
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