{"id":2015,"date":"2021-04-12T09:56:40","date_gmt":"2021-04-12T09:56:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.contrado.com\/blog\/?p=2015"},"modified":"2021-04-14T14:05:24","modified_gmt":"2021-04-14T14:05:24","slug":"guide-to-shipping-canvas-art","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.contrado.com\/blog\/guide-to-shipping-canvas-art\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Shipping Canvas Art in 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Congratulations \u2013 you just sold your first painting! Now, all that\u2019s left is to package and ship it to your customer. However, where do you begin? What\u2019s the best way to do this? And how can you keep prices low when shipping artwork?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not to worry! We’ll show you the various factors you need to consider when shipping artwork internationally or domestically. Furthermore, we will provide some guidance on the best way to ship canvas art, ensuring your artwork reaches your customer quickly and in pristine condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Packaging And Shipping \u2013 What You Should Be Aiming For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re looking to ship canvas painting, fine art pieces, or anything in between \u2013 it\u2019s vital that you know what your aims are and what would constitute an effective process. In this section, we will touch on three of the most important things to consider when shipping artwork:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Understandably, safety should be your top priority when shipping canvas art. One of the most detrimental things that can happen to your business is customers receiving their coveted item, only for it to have been damaged in transit. So, making sure that the artwork you sell is packaged and shipped correctly is crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost-Effectiveness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Be aware of how cost-effective your shipping method is. Balance between appropriate packaging and the cost to you as a seller. There\u2019s no point developing and selling beautiful artwork if the shipping costs end up drastically reducing your margins!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Presentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thirdly, consider how the package looks when it arrives at your customer\u2019s door. If it comes in a shabby, torn box, your customer will immediately be concerned about the quality of both the artwork and your business. However, if the package is presented professionally, it adds a sense of value to your company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Best Way To Ship Canvas Art<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that you know what you should be aiming for, we can now discuss the best method for shipping artwork internationally or domestically. As mentioned, your chosen method must ensure the package is protected while being presentable and cost-effective for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The very first thing you should do when preparing your artwork for shipping is to wrap it in a sheet of thin plastic. This plastic will protect your canvas from moisture which can affect the quality of the print. It will also prevent anything from sticking to the canvas during transit. Once you have wrapped the canvas tightly, you can secure the ends of the plastic wrap using a little bit of tape (making sure not to let the tape attach to the canvas).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secret Tip: Try baking or parchment paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, the best way to ship canvas art is in a cardboard box \u2013 however, make sure the package is prepared correctly so that your artwork is protected. There are various ways of doing this, but one of the most popular is bubble wrap. You want to place this bubble wrap at the bottom and the top of the box so that the canvas does not get bumped in transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secret Tip: Turn the bubbles to the outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, you may want to place a sheet of cardboard over the canvas for an additional layer of protection before putting it into the box. This protection can be helpful if you\u2019ve sold more than one item and can prevent them from rubbing up against each other. Again, you can secure this with a small bit of tape to the plastic wrap. If you want even more protection, you can even wrap this whole package in another layer of bubble wrap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All that\u2019s left to do now is slide the protected canvas into your cardboard box. Make sure the contents do not move around too much while in the box \u2013 if they do, add more bubble wrap or greaseproof paper. Once you\u2019re happy with everything, fold the flaps over, and secure the box with tape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Things You Need To Avoid When Shipping Canvas Art<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Well done! You\u2019ve just packed your artwork in a professional and safe manner. However, there are a couple of things to look out for when completing this process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n