By Sam Smith
July 19th 2022
Whether you’re moving house, storing items, or a retailer selling framed pictures, packing picture frames and mirrors securely is crucial to ensure the protection of your photo frames.
Packaging for picture frames must go above and beyond. Given their fragility, it is important to take every possible measure to minimise damage and ensure they are thoroughly shielded from scuffs, scrapes, dust, and moisture. Explore these essential tips for optimal picture frame packaging.
5 tips for packaging picture frames
Get the right sized box
If you’re shipping artwork, picture frames or mirrors, you should sort them according to size and make sure you pick the right sized box.
Smaller picture frames can be packed together, whereas you might want to pack larger frames individually in a box that’s larger than the frame itself. If you can’t match the frame with a similar sized cardboard box, then you’ll need to think carefully about how to cushion your picture frame.
Use tape on the glass
When packaging picture frames, you should use tape to mark an X across the glass front. This can be masking tape or Kraft paper tape. The idea of marking an X is to ensure that the glass doesn’t move around too much within the frame and it may also prevent the glass from shattering.
Wrap up your picture frame
Wrapping up your picture frame is another essential element of keeping it safe during the moving process or even when storing it. When moving or shipping your picture frame, you really want to avoid it rattling around in the box or the moving van.
If you’re storing your picture frame, an extra layer or so of protective packaging like bubble wrap can keep dust, dirt, debris, and damp out. When choosing your picture frame packaging supplies, you should add recycled paper rolls and bubble wrap into the mix.
Wrap your picture frame in a layer or two of paper and bubble wrap to cushion the frame and the glass against damage. Wrap the entire frame in paper and bubble wrap, then secure it by wrapping packing tape around it both lengthwise and widthwise to keep the paper in place during the move.
Pad out your box
After placing your picture frame in the box, you should also make sure to fill any gaps with packing peanuts or paper void fill. This will further cushion movement and means that if your picture frame does happen to move around or rattle, there is some cushioning to prevent excessive movement.
Seal and label
Make sure that you seal the box thoroughly and that you add a fragile packaging label to it. This is especially important if movers will be dealing with your boxes or if they are undergoing third party transit.
Get the right picture frame packaging supplies from Smith Packaging
At Smith Packaging, we pride ourselves in being one of the leading providers of all your packaging, storing, and shipping accessory needs.
From cardboard boxes to protective packaging and void fill, tapes, wraps and films and even right down to the labels, you’ll find everything you need in our online store. With no minimum order and a commitment to eco-conscious practice with almost all our products, you can get all your picture frame packaging supplies under one roof.
