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For someone who has never had to ship art or antiques before, the whole process might be confusing. There are so many types of packaging supplies, and the number of companies offering their art logistics services seems endless. One of the lesser-known packaging types among those who are not familiar with art shipping is an art crate. While it might look like a regular wooden moving box, an art crate is made by professional art handlers to specifically hold fragile pieces of art. But did you know that there are several types of crates for art shipping? Here is a short guide to the most popular ones. 

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Fine Art Shippers, an NYC-based art logistics company, has announced the details of the new cross-country art shuttle routes. One will cover the cities of the East Coast, while the other will go on a trip across the country. Both of these art shuttles are leaving New York City on April 21. The company has extensive experience in delivering all sorts of art and antiques across the country. Opting for an art shuttle when shipping your valuables is a great way to save money, time, and energy. Fine Art Shippers’ art shuttle services are efficient, quick, and, most importantly, safe for any kind of artwork. The company works with a team of professional art handlers who will make sure your possessions arrive in one piece.

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Moving from NYC to Los Angeles can be a significant change in one’s life. For those who collect fine art and antiques, it can be a challenge on an entirely different level. Moving to the opposite side of the country means figuring out the logistics of transporting their expensive collections. But how does one go about managing that on top of everything else that makes moving cross-country as stressful as it is?

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There might be multiple reasons why you may want to ship your painting or print with the frame. Maybe, you are sending someone a gift, and the frame is part of it. Or maybe, you have already framed your piece and do not want to go through the hassle of taking it out of its frame. Packing an artwork or a photo that is already framed with glass might be tricky, but, fortunately, there are ways to ensure your item arrives in one piece. If you do not know how to pack a framed picture for shipping safely, then read this article to get the best tips from professional art handlers.

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Are you trying to figure out how to go about packing your artwork and antiques for the move? If so, then you probably have already contemplated buying the necessary art packaging supplies. However, before you make any purchases, you have to consider many different details: for example, what kind of items you are packing, how far you are moving, and what transportation method you are going to use. After you have all of that figured out, you can start buying packing materials. But what if you are already on a budget after all those moving preparations? Luckily, there are always ways to save money on packaging supplies that will not endanger your valuables.

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