Reliable packaging of paintings for international delivery: custom-made
International transportation of paintings requires not only proper logistics, but also thoughtful packaging. Paintings are not just cargo. They are unique works that require special attention.
Packaging Types: What and When to Choose
Tube
Ideal for canvases without a stretcher. Compact, convenient, inexpensive
Carton box
The optimal solution for paintings with a stretcher or lightweight frame
Box made of fiberboard
The most durable option for large or valuable works of art
Packaging materials
For each type of packaging, we use high-quality auxiliary materials.
These materials are included in the price of the service or are added by agreement, depending on the volume of the order.
Bubble wrap
For cushioning and surface protection
Protective corners
To preserve the corners of frames and subframes
Craft paper
For wrapping canvases or covering delicate areas
Tape and ribbons
For hermetic fixation of all packaging elements
How to pack a painting without a stretcher
- The canvas is wound onto a tube with the painted side out
- Wrapped with protective film
- Placed in a rigid tube
This ensures reliable transportation without unnecessary costs and materials.
How to pack a painting with a stretcher or frame
- The glass is removed (if possible)
- The frame is checked and secured
- The canvas is fixed between layers of foam
- The packaging is completed in a cardboard box or rigid fiberboard box
For paintings with glass, it is recommended to use a double layer of foam – this minimizes the risk of damage.
Want to learn more about ways to pack paintings in a tube, cardboard box or fiberboard box? We have prepared a separate guide with step-by-step instructions. Read the instructions for packing paintings.
GlobalPost offers the production of individual packaging: from simple tubes to protective boxes with foam or fiberboard.
This is a convenient service for artists, galleries and workshops that sell paintings abroad. You can order both packaging separately and a full delivery service – with insurance, customs clearance and consultation.
Below you can find the cost of packaging of the most popular sizes.
Packaging prices
Carton box
| Picture size | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 layer of foam | 2 layers of foam | |
| 30 cm x 40 cm | 480 UAH | 540 UAH |
| 40 cm x 50 cm | 720 UAH | 780 UAH |
| 50 cm x 70 cm | 960 UAH | 1080 UAH |
| 60 cm x 80 cm | 1080 UAH | 1140 UAH |
| 80 cm x 100 cm | 1200 UAH | 1320 UAH |
| 100 cm x 120 cm | 1440 UAH | 1560 UAH |
Fiberboard box
| Picture size | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 layer of foam | 2 layers of foam | |
| 30 cm x 40 cm | 960 UAH | 1200 UAH |
| 40 cm x 50 cm | 1140 UAH | 1320 UAH |
| 50 cm x 70 cm | 1440 UAH | 1680 UAH |
| 60 cm x 80 cm | 1680 UAH | 1920 UAH |
| 80 cm x 100 cm | 1920 UAH | 2160 UAH |
| 100 cm x 120 cm | 2760 UAH | 3120 UAH |
Tubes (triangular or rectangular)
| Picture size | Price |
|---|---|
| 80 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm | 960 UAH |
| 90 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm | 1080 UAH |
| 100 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm | 1200 UAH |
| 120 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm | 1320 UAH |
| 150 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm | 1440 UAH |
Why order packaging from GlobalPost
- Safety – each packaging option is tested in international transportation
- Individual approach – we will make packaging exactly to your size
- Everything in one place – packaging, delivery, insurance, customs clearance
How to order
To place an order, contact us.
Delivery cost calculation for business – for galleries, workshops and art distributors.
Delivery cost calculation for private clients – for artists who sell directly.
Examples of our packaging
