Fine Art & Antique
Moving Experts
Your collection is irreplaceable. Rocket Science Moving Company employs specialized fine art handling techniques—including custom wooden crating, archival wrapping, and climate-resistant transit protocols. We service galleries, private collectors, and auction houses throughout the Bay Area with absolute discretion and precision.
The Science of Moving Irreplaceable Art in California
Transporting a high-value canvas or a delicate sculpture is not about brute strength; it requires chemical, structural, and logistical expertise. Ambient humidity shifts typical of the San Francisco Bay Area microclimates can warp canvases and degrade antique wood. Shock vibrations from poorly paved roads can fracture ceramics and shear delicate framing joints. Standard moving techniques are insufficient.
Our Proprietary Art Crating & Packing Process
We approach every high-value piece with a strict, multi-layered protocol:
- Layer 1 (Archival Contact): Acid-free glassine paper or Tyvek to prevent surface friction and chemical interaction with oil/acrylic paints.
- Layer 2 (Shock Absorption): Museum-grade Ethafoam blocks and heavy-duty bubble wrap forming a suspension layer.
- Layer 3 (Structural Integrity): Custom-fabricated, heat-treated wooden crates rated for international and interstate shipping standards, ensuring zero flex.
White Glove Delivery for Galleries & Collectors
Whether transporting a newly acquired piece from an auction house in Pacific Heights or relocating an entire private collection to a new estate in Atherton, our crews arrive fully equipped. We utilize air-ride suspension trucks to dramatically reduce road vibration. Our elite handling crews wear required non-slip, lint-free gloves to prevent oil transfer to delicate surfaces.
Art Handling FAQ
Common questions from curators and private collectors.