Finding a Crating Company for Art in NYC

In a city as art-rich as New York, where galleries, collectors, and museums thrive, the safe transportation of artwork is non-negotiable. At Pakrite Express, we’ve been trusted since 1982 to build custom fine art crates that protect delicate, high-value pieces through every stage of transport, from studio to exhibition to collector.

Why Art Crating Matters More Than Ever

Whether you’re shipping a sculpture to a Chelsea gallery or a rare painting to an international auction, improper handling can cause irreversible damage. Fine art crating is more than packaging. It’s an engineering process that ensures your artwork withstands vibration, impact, humidity, and temperature fluctuations.

Our custom wood crates are designed to safeguard artwork of every size and medium, offering peace of mind to artists, curators, and collectors alike.

Custom Fine Art Crating in New York City

At Pakrite Express, every art crate begins with precision craftsmanship. Our woodworkers and engineers create bespoke crates tailored to the unique dimensions, weight, and fragility of each piece. We design and fabricate in-house ensuring consistent quality control from start to finish.

Each Fine Art Crate Can Include:

• Museum-grade materials

• Foam or vibration-resistant lining

• Custom inner supports or mounts

• Shock and climate protection

• Clear labeling for orientation and handling

Our shop produces fine art crates in all shapes and forms, from compact boxes for framed works to multi-piece modular crates for sculptures and installations.

Art Shipping & Logistics You Can Trust

Art crating is only one piece of the process. That’s why Pakrite Express also manages the full logistics chain, providing white-glove pickup, transport, and delivery across New York City, nationwide, and globally.

We coordinate secure fine art shipping routes, ensuring your pieces remain stable and traceable throughout their journey. Our logistics team works directly with galleries, museums, designers, and private collectors, offering the reliability you expect from a company with over four decades in the crating industry.

What Types of Art We Crate

Our clients trust us with a wide range of fine art and high-value pieces, including:

• Paintings and prints (framed, stretched, or rolled)

• Sculptures (stone, metal, or mixed media)

• Glass and ceramic works

• Limited edition portfolios

• Museum artifacts and installations

• Wood, stone, or multimedia pieces

• Architectural and design elements

Each crate is built for the specific object, not a “one-size-fits-all” solution, ensuring precise protection for transit and storage.

How to Choose the Best Art Crating Company in NYC

With dozens of crating companies across New York, choosing the right partner comes down to experience, customization, and reliability. Before hiring, consider:

1. Proven track record — Has the company served major galleries or institutions?

2. Customization capability — Do they design each crate to your artwork’s specifications?

3. Climate and shock resistance — Are materials museum-grade and tested for conditions?

4. Integrated services — Can they handle shipping, storage, and installation too?

   
   

At Pakrite Express, we check all the boxes with decades of trusted work for fine art galleries, museums, designers, and collectors nationwide.

Art Handling, Storage & Delivery

We go beyond crating and shipping. Our art logistics services also include:

• On-site packing and installation

• Museum and gallery deliveries

• Climate-controlled storage coordination

• White-glove handling for exhibitions and private collections

Fine Art Crating for Designers, Dealers & Collectors

Beyond museums, Pakrite Express partners with:

• Interior designers and architects moving high-value design pieces

• Auction houses and dealers requiring certified packaging

• Private collectors seeking secure and discreet transport

  
  

Our approach combines craftsmanship with logistics precision, protecting art the way it deserves.

Why Choose Pakrite Express for Fine Art Crating in NYC?

• Established in 1982 with decades of proven reliability

• Custom crating solutions for art, antiques, and luxury items

• Fully integrated logistics — from pickup to delivery

• Trusted by industry professionals across New York and beyond

• Exceptional customer service with real-time communication and accountability

Your art deserves protection worthy of its value, and we deliver exactly that.

Request a Quote for Fine Art Crating in New York

Whether you’re moving a single painting or an entire exhibition, Pakrite Express provides museum-quality crating and secure shipping for every type of fine art and collectible. Call us today at (718) 276-1522 or request a quote online to learn how we can safely transport your art across New York City or anywhere in the world.