Museum-Quality Protection for Your Irreplaceable Items
Fine Arts & Antiques Crating Solutions
We provide museum-grade crating solutions for fine art, antiques, and collectibles of all types. Each crate is custom-engineered
to protect your valuable pieces during transport, whether moving across Toronto, shipping internationally, or preparing items
for gallery exhibitions and museum displays.
to protect your valuable pieces during transport, whether moving across Toronto, shipping internationally, or preparing items
for gallery exhibitions and museum displays.
We provide museum-grade crating solutions for fine art, antiques, and collectibles of all types. Each crate is custom-engineered to protect your valuable pieces during transport, whether moving across Toronto, shipping internationally, or preparing items for gallery exhibitions and museum displays.
Fine Art
Antiques & Collectibles
- Paintings (framed and unframed, canvas, oil)
- Sculptures (marble, bronze, wood, mixed media)
- Glass art and installations
- Photography and prints
- Antique furniture and cabinetry
- Pianos (grand, upright, and specialty)
- Chandeliers and lighting fixtures
- Historical artifacts and museum pieces
What We Crate
From delicate paintings to grand pianos, we provide custom crating solutions for every type of fine art and antique
Climate & Environmental Protection
Shock & Vibration Protection
Museum-Grade Protection Features
- Vacuum-sealed barrier bags to prevent moisture damage
- Humidity control barriers to prevent moisture damage
- Desiccant bags to absorb excess moisture
- Humidity indicators for monitoring moisture levels
- White glove handling throughout the crating process
- Professional blocking and bracing systems
- Secure closure systems and tamper-evident seals
- ISPM 15-certified wood for international shipping
- Custom shock absorbers integrated into crate design
- Vibration dampening systems for sensitive pieces
- Multi-layer cushioning and suspension systems
- ShockWatch indicators to monitor impact during transit
Our fine arts crates incorporate museum-grade protection systems designed specifically for valuable and sensitive items
Handling & Security Features
- Tailored interior supports for irregular shapes
- Non-abrasive contact surfaces
- Archival-quality materials for long-term storage
- Easy-access designs for exhibition installations
Custom Design Elements
Air Freight
Fast shipping for high-value art and time-sensitive exhibitions. Ideal for gallery shows, museum loans, auction house deliveries, and international art fairs.
Ocean Freight
Secure international transport for antique furniture, large sculptures, and multiple-piece collections. We arrange climate-controlled container options from major Canadian ports.
Ground Freight
Reliable transportation across Canada and the USA. Perfect for gallery transfers, museum exhibitions, estate moves, and local deliveries in Toronto and the GTA.
Shipping Options
We coordinate complete shipping solutions with the care your valuable items deserve
Additional Services
On-Site Crating
Art Installation Support
No additional transportation needed. We can build crates at your location to minimize handling risks for high-value or delicate vehicles.
Coordination with installation teams for gallery exhibitions, museum displays, and private collections, ensuring seamless delivery and setup.
White Glove Handling
Professional art handlers trained in museum-standard techniques handle your items with the utmost care throughout the entire crating and packing process.
Insurance
Condition Reporting
Your vehicles will travel hassle-free. We offer flexible insurance plans that cover loss, damage, or theft during transport.
Detailed documentation and photography of items before crating, providing peace of mind and verification for insurance purposes.
Our Crating Process
Request a Quote
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Tell us about what you need to crate and where it’s going. Our team will review your details and get back to you with a custom quote — usually within 24 hours.
We carefully pack your item into the crate using high-quality padding and support materials. Our goal is zero movement and zero risk during transportation.
Crate Fabrication
Ongoing Support
Our skilled team builds your crate using premium materials. Every crate is built for maximum protection, and we offer ISPM 15-certified wood for international shipping.
Our skilled team builds your crate using premium materials.
Every crate is built for maximum protection, and we offer
ISPM 15-certified wood
for international shipping.
Every crate is built for maximum protection, and we offer
ISPM 15-certified wood
for international shipping.
Have a question about shipping? Need another crate?
We’re always here to help.
We build long-term relationships, not just crates.
We’re always here to help.
We build long-term relationships, not just crates.
Design & Planning
Delivery or Pickup
Once approved, we design a crate specifically for your item’s dimensions, weight, fragility, and transport requirements. If necessary, we’ll come to you to assess
the item in person.
the item in person.
Once approved, we design a crate specifically for your item’s dimensions, weight, fragility,
and transport requirements.
If necessary, we’ll come to you
to assess the item in person.
and transport requirements.
If necessary, we’ll come to you
to assess the item in person.
Once approved, we design a crate specifically for your item’s dimensions, weight, fragility, and transport requirements. If necessary, we’ll come to you to assess the item in person.
You can pick up your custom crate at our shop, or we can arrange delivery to your location — or even directly to your freight carrier.
Your Questions, Answered
We crate all types: paintings, sculptures, antique furniture, pianos, chandeliers, glass art, ceramics, historical artifacts, and any valuable or fragile collectibles.
Yes, our team is trained in museum-standard white glove handling techniques for all fine art and antiques.
Absolutely. We provide onsite crating services at homes, galleries, museums, or storage facilities to minimize handling risks. Learn more here!
We use humidity control barriers, vapor barriers, and climate-stable materials to maintain a stable environment inside the crate, protecting against moisture damage and temperature fluctuations.
ShockWatch devices monitor and record impact forces during transit, providing visual proof of handling quality and any potential mishandling.
Yes, we work extensively with art galleries and museums throughout Toronto, providing museum-grade crating for exhibitions, loans, and permanent collection moves.
Yes, we specialize in custom solutions for challenging pieces including large sculptures, delicate glass art, and irregularly shaped antiques.
Lead times vary based on complexity, typically ranging from a few business days to two weeks for intricate custom designs.
Yes, our crates are built with archival-quality materials suitable for both transport and long-term climate-controlled storage.