dullahmo
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Help shipping large art prints, by dullahmo on Apr 16, 2022 21:20:30 GMT 1, Hi guys,
First time shipping an art print (UK domestic).
It's a large print 30" * 22". Valued 2k.
I have kept it and stored it flat and would like to ship it flat also.
Hi guys,
First time shipping an art print (UK domestic).
It's a large print 30" * 22". Valued 2k.
I have kept it and stored it flat and would like to ship it flat also.
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Foolsgold
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Help shipping large art prints, by Foolsgold on Apr 16, 2022 21:23:42 GMT 1, Is it going far within the UK?
Is it going far within the UK?
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Help shipping large art prints, by Happy Shopper on Apr 16, 2022 21:41:05 GMT 1, If within the UK.. are you the kind of distance you could drive it yourself, or maybe use a courier, rather than a shipping company?
Can be easier for something like this!
If within the UK.. are you the kind of distance you could drive it yourself, or maybe use a courier, rather than a shipping company?
Can be easier for something like this!
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dotdot
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Help shipping large art prints, by dotdot on Apr 16, 2022 21:41:29 GMT 1,
damn - i went down this road again before realizing they're not in the uk.
not in the uk - so ship to the uk ... is a wedge as well.
which is a shame.
damn - i went down this road again before realizing they're not in the uk.not in the uk - so ship to the uk ... is a wedge as well. which is a shame. |
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dullahmo
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Help shipping large art prints, by dullahmo on Apr 16, 2022 21:51:13 GMT 1, Is it going far within the UK?
Is it going far within the UK? Yes unfortunately. Pick up is always preferred but not an option at this moment |
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dullahmo
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Help shipping large art prints, by dullahmo on Apr 16, 2022 21:55:41 GMT 1, This is perfect!!
If there is a UK version of this company that would be great!
This is perfect!! If there is a UK version of this company that would be great! |
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dullahmo
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Help shipping large art prints, by dullahmo on Apr 16, 2022 22:04:51 GMT 1, www.cardboardboxes.co.uk/product-category/protective-packaging/corrugated-sheets-pads/page/2/
Just found the above as a potential.
Would it be possible to sandwich the art between two corrugated sheets. And then surround this by bubble wrap and then more corrugated sheet outside of the bubble wrap. "Fragile", "Do not bend" etc labels outside of the most outer layer corrugated sheet.
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Foolsgold
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Help shipping large art prints, by Foolsgold on Apr 16, 2022 22:07:46 GMT 1, This is perfect!! If there is a UK version of this company that would be great!
.....so you buy the packaging for approx ยฃ150 and still have to pay for the courier.
Take a day off and deliver it yourself mate.
At least you can guarantee it will arrive in A1 condition.
This is perfect!! If there is a UK version of this company that would be great! .....so you buy the packaging for approx ยฃ150 and still have to pay for the courier. Take a day off and deliver it yourself mate. At least you can guarantee it will arrive in A1 condition. |
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Acme Thunderer
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Help shipping large art prints, by Acme Thunderer on Apr 16, 2022 22:17:49 GMT 1, Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print.
Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage.
Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage. |
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dullahmo
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Help shipping large art prints, by dullahmo on Apr 16, 2022 22:21:37 GMT 1, Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage.
I can even use this to store art prints as a DIY portfolio case.
Thank you
Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage. Thank you!! This is an amazing idea. I can even use this to store art prints as a DIY portfolio case. Thank you |
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Acme Thunderer
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Help shipping large art prints, by Acme Thunderer on Apr 16, 2022 22:35:48 GMT 1, Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage. Thank you!! This is an amazing idea. I can even use this to store art prints as a DIY portfolio case. Thank you
Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage. Thank you!! This is an amazing idea. I can even use this to store art prints as a DIY portfolio case. Thank you Itโs a tip another member gave me so can give credit to Morfx as well. ๐ |
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Morfx
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Help shipping large art prints, by Morfx on Apr 16, 2022 22:39:27 GMT 1, Thank you!! This is an amazing idea. I can even use this to store art prints as a DIY portfolio case. Thank youย Itโs a tip another member gave me so can give credit toย Morfx as well. ๐
That's what I use for storage.. for postage, may I suggest "Hardboard" if shipping flat.. strong and light. ๐
Thank you!! This is an amazing idea. I can even use this to store art prints as a DIY portfolio case. Thank youย Itโs a tip another member gave me so can give credit toย Morfx as well. ๐ That's what I use for storage.. for postage, may I suggest "Hardboard" if shipping flat.. strong and light. ๐ |
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1nkling
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Help shipping large art prints, by 1nkling on Apr 16, 2022 23:22:26 GMT 1,
I ship for artists and given the choice I'd alway ship a print that size tubed. They're by their nature sturdier. Flat shipping is a nightmare and you're far better off building a crate if you're going down that route. The style of crate Pejac uses would be ideal.
For a print of that value I'd double tube it. Print rolled in heavy weight kraft, triple taped with plenty of distance from the edges of the kraft. End protection on the kraft roll by taking strips and triple folding them then taping over the ends. Then bubble wrap around the kraft roll to ensure a snug fit in the tube. Seal that one up then put it in another tube or box that allows room for packing peanuts all the way round. Use sturdy tubes too.
I ship for artists and given the choice I'd alway ship a print that size tubed. They're by their nature sturdier. Flat shipping is a nightmare and you're far better off building a crate if you're going down that route. The style of crate Pejac uses would be ideal.
For a print of that value I'd double tube it. Print rolled in heavy weight kraft, triple taped with plenty of distance from the edges of the kraft. End protection on the kraft roll by taking strips and triple folding them then taping over the ends. Then bubble wrap around the kraft roll to ensure a snug fit in the tube. Seal that one up then put it in another tube or box that allows room for packing peanuts all the way round. Use sturdy tubes too.
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JW
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Help shipping large art prints, by JW on Apr 17, 2022 0:05:51 GMT 1, I ship for artists and given the choice I'd alway ship a print that size tubed. They're by their nature sturdier. Flat shipping is a nightmare and you're far better off building a crate if you're going down that route. The style of crate Pejac uses would be ideal. For a print of that value I'd double tube it. Print rolled in heavy weight kraft, triple taped with plenty of distance from the edges of the kraft. End protection on the kraft roll by taking strips and triple folding them then taping over the ends. Then bubble wrap around the kraft roll to ensure a snug fit in the tube. Seal that one up then put it in another tube or box that allows room for packing peanuts all the way round. Use sturdy tubes too.
That's really great info so thank you. I buy tubes from Defendapack which have been very reliable to date, but I'm always looking for ways to ensure that the prints are safely packed into them.
If you were able to find some time to take photos of the process you describe in your post and links to materials you use, I'm sure many members (both buyers and sellers, including me) would benefit from your expertise.
I ship for artists and given the choice I'd alway ship a print that size tubed. They're by their nature sturdier. Flat shipping is a nightmare and you're far better off building a crate if you're going down that route. The style of crate Pejac uses would be ideal. For a print of that value I'd double tube it. Print rolled in heavy weight kraft, triple taped with plenty of distance from the edges of the kraft. End protection on the kraft roll by taking strips and triple folding them then taping over the ends. Then bubble wrap around the kraft roll to ensure a snug fit in the tube. Seal that one up then put it in another tube or box that allows room for packing peanuts all the way round. Use sturdy tubes too. That's really great info so thank you. I buy tubes from Defendapack which have been very reliable to date, but I'm always looking for ways to ensure that the prints are safely packed into them. If you were able to find some time to take photos of the process you describe in your post and links to materials you use, I'm sure many members (both buyers and sellers, including me) would benefit from your expertise. |
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Help shipping large art prints, by John The Badgers on Apr 17, 2022 19:03:27 GMT 1, Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage.
Coincidentally, actually made my own 'portfolio' with B&Q chipboard this weekend, so a doff of the cap to Morfx from me too.
Large items like this, I would certainly recommend Fragilistics, who can deliver throughout the UK.
Their vans kitted out to carry large fragile items, mirrors mainly, but they ship art too.
I've used them on a number of occasions, and cant recommend them highly enough.
Mister Frame Man also uses them, so certainly used to art.
Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage. Coincidentally, actually made my own 'portfolio' with B&Q chipboard this weekend, so a doff of the cap to Morfx from me too. Large items like this, I would certainly recommend Fragilistics, who can deliver throughout the UK. Their vans kitted out to carry large fragile items, mirrors mainly, but they ship art too. I've used them on a number of occasions, and cant recommend them highly enough. Mister Frame Man also uses them, so certainly used to art. |
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dullahmo
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Help shipping large art prints, by dullahmo on Apr 18, 2022 10:30:30 GMT 1, Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage. Coincidentally, actually made my own 'portfolio' with B&Q chipboard this weekend, so a doff of the cap to Morfx from me too. Large items like this, I would certainly recommend Fragilistics, who can deliver throughout the UK. Their vans kitted out to carry large fragile items, mirrors mainly, but they ship art too. I've used them on a number of occasions, and cant recommend them highly enough. Mister Frame Man also uses them, so certainly used to art.
Get a sheet of 5mm or 10mm mdf boards which will protect better than cardboard (B&Q will normally cut to size for no charge). Just wipe down the boards with a damp cloth as there will be dust which you donโt want getting near the print. Then you can wrap with bubble wrap so protects from any water damage. Coincidentally, actually made my own 'portfolio' with B&Q chipboard this weekend, so a doff of the cap to Morfx from me too. Large items like this, I would certainly recommend Fragilistics, who can deliver throughout the UK. Their vans kitted out to carry large fragile items, mirrors mainly, but they ship art too. I've used them on a number of occasions, and cant recommend them highly enough. Mister Frame Man also uses them, so certainly used to art. I`ve never heard of them but amazing. I`ll keep a note of them. Thank you! |
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1nkling
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Help shipping large art prints, by 1nkling on Apr 18, 2022 13:12:15 GMT 1, That's really great info so thank you. I buy tubes from Defendapack which have been very reliable to date, but I'm always looking for ways to ensure that the prints are safely packed into them. If you were able to find some time to take photos of the process you describe in your post and links to materials you use, I'm sure many members (both buyers and sellers, including me) would benefit from your expertise.
I'll see what I can do about process photos some time. I don't use that for my day to day shipping as it would be a slow and expensive process for the artists. For something with a value like yours I put in the extra miles to ensure it gets there safely. I'm not a fan of Defendapack tubes and get my regular ones custom ordered with a 4mm wall. Definitely wouldn't use one of theirs for a high value item though.
That's really great info so thank you. I buy tubes from Defendapack which have been very reliable to date, but I'm always looking for ways to ensure that the prints are safely packed into them. If you were able to find some time to take photos of the process you describe in your post and links to materials you use, I'm sure many members (both buyers and sellers, including me) would benefit from your expertise. I'll see what I can do about process photos some time. I don't use that for my day to day shipping as it would be a slow and expensive process for the artists. For something with a value like yours I put in the extra miles to ensure it gets there safely. I'm not a fan of Defendapack tubes and get my regular ones custom ordered with a 4mm wall. Definitely wouldn't use one of theirs for a high value item though. |
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