Custom Crates: The Professional Standard for Irreplaceable Items
A custom crate is a wooden enclosure built specifically for a single piece — sized to fit the object exactly, with internal foam or fabric support structures designed to hold the piece in position regardless of how the crate is oriented or handled. Unlike standard boxes, a custom crate is engineered so the object cannot move at all during transit.
Custom crating is the professional standard used by museums, galleries, and auction houses for transporting significant works of art and sculpture. WePackYou brings this same standard to private collectors, estate clients, and homeowners throughout the DC Metro area who have pieces that deserve nothing less than museum-grade protection.
Items That Require Custom Crating
Large oil paintings and works on canvas over 36 inches in any dimension
Bronze, stone, and ceramic sculptures with thin or protruding elements
Marble and granite tabletops and slabs (must travel vertically)
Antique furniture with fragile veneer, marquetry, or gilded surfaces
Oversized mirrors and decorative glass pieces
Any irreplaceable item valued over $5,000 that cannot be adequately protected with standard materials
Does Your Piece Need a Custom Crate?
Contact us for a free crating assessment. We'll evaluate your piece and recommend the appropriate level of protection.