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How to Safely (and Cheaply) Pack Framed Pictures or Artwork When Moving Around Campus Whether you're moving between halls, switching studio spaces, or taking work to a university exhibition, you don't need expensive museum packing materials to protect your artwork. With a few recycled materials and some careful packing, you can keep framed pictures safe without spending a fortune. Budget-Friendly Packing Materials Instead of buying specialist art supplies, try using items you probably already have. Professional Material Student-Friendly Alternative Glassine paper Baking paper, wax paper or a clean cotton sheet Foam corner protectors Cardboard corners cut from old boxes Bubble...

You don’t need museum-level crates — just smart, low-cost protection using everyday or recycled materials. Here’s a student-friendly guide 👇 Low-Cost Ways to Pack and Move Framed Pictures What You’ll Need (Budget or Free Options) Professional Material Affordable Alternative Glassine paper Baking paper, wax paper, or clean bedsheet Foam corner protectors Cut-up cardboard corners Bubble wrap Old towels, clothes, or duvet covers Foam board / corrugated board Broken-down cardboard boxes Packing tape Masking tape or duct tape (avoid touching artwork) Art crates Flat-pack boxes or reused Amazon boxes 🪄 Step-by-Step (Budget Version) 1. Clean & Prep Make sure frames are...

Moving can be a stressful experience, especially when treasured possessions like artwork and family photos are involved. These irreplaceable items are often large, fragile, and susceptible to damage during the packing, transportation, or storage process. The very frames and glass intended to protect them can ironically become sources of harm. However, with careful planning and proper packing techniques, you can safeguard your artwork and photos, ensuring they arrive at your new home unscathed.     By prioritising quality packing materials, you invest in the long-term preservation of your cherished possessions. Remember, prevention is always better than cure when it comes...

Packing and transporting artwork for moving requires careful planning and attention to detail to ensure that your valuable pieces arrive at your new destination undamaged. Whether you're moving locally or long-distance, here are steps to help you pack and transport artwork safely: Gather Supplies: Artwork boxes or cardboard sheets Acid-free tissue paper Bubble wrap Packing tape Packing paper or newsprint Cardboard corners or edge protectors Plastic sleeves or plastic wrap Moving blankets or furniture pads Markers and labels Assess and Inventory: Examine each artwork piece to determine its size, shape, and fragility. Take photographs of each artwork for documentation and...