How to pack an oil painting for moving the right way

Figuring out how to pack an oil painting for moving can feel like a high-stakes puzzle, especially if the piece has sentimental value or cost you a small fortune. Unlike a sturdy wooden chair or a box of books, oil paintings are living, breathing things—at least in a chemical sense. They're sensitive to temperature, prone to cracking, and if you wrap them in the wrong material, you might end up peeling the sky right off the canvas when you get to your new place. ...

February 6, 2026 · 6 min · Bara Cheyenne