Framed art and print shipments face different risks at the glazing, frame corners and rear hanging hardware. Glass or acrylic, the artwork and the frame cannot all be made safe with one wrap. The pack needs a surface-compatible protective layer and supports that limit movement inside the outer carton.
Separate the front face from frame edges
Cover glass or acrylic with a clean, non-abrasive separator; do not apply adhesive directly to the artwork. Add separate corner protectors that distribute impact over a wider area. Trial surface-film and tape compatibility on a small, inconspicuous area first.
If a rear wire or metal fitting protrudes, secure it so it cannot contact the face or another work. When several pieces share a shipment, separate each with its own protective layer and divider board.
Limit movement and pressure inside the carton
Choose a rigid carton that fits the frame’s outer dimensions and fill perimeter gaps with supports that do not press on the artwork. For stacked shipments, validate the carton’s load limit and orientation using the actual load.
Use carton tape on the outer closure seam; do not tape the artwork or frame. On a pallet, apply stretch film only to unitise the load; avoid pulling corners inward and retain any separators that prevent packs from rubbing together.
Validate the route for value and fragility
A packaging trial should represent the impact and handling conditions of the actual route. ISTA stresses selecting tests around the real distribution environment and damage criteria; define the protection objective and acceptable condition before testing fragile frames.
Photograph the frame corners, front face, rear support, carton punctures and labels before dispatch and at delivery. For valuable works, check carrier acceptance, insurance and special-handling rules; never describe packaging alone as “unbreakable.”
Sources and further reading
Accessed 2 November 2026. Follow current product, carrier and destination requirements for the actual shipment.
Review the packaging for your operation
Share the product dimensions, packaging configuration and route so suitable Biz2miz options can be reviewed.
Frequently asked questions
Can tape be applied to a glazed frame?
Avoid applying adhesive directly to the artwork or a sensitive frame surface; use compatibility testing and a non-contact design.
Does stretch film protect a frame from scratches?
Not by itself; use a clean separating layer and corner protection.
Can several frames share one carton?
Separate each piece with face protection and divider boards, and prevent movement inside the carton.