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Recent Art Removals reviews
Lee done a great job at picking up and delivering a very large painting for me. Communication kept open during the whole process
Pick up a very large painting
£30
Excellent job! Was the first time using my app and I couldn't ask for any better experience. Thank you so much for helping
Move painting from storage to my house
£35
Bob is the most trustworthy and efficient AirTasker that I've ever worked with. I hope that everyone gets to experience this level of service.
Pick up painting and mail to US
£50
Luiz was amazing, punctual, polite and knew what he was doing. He cleaned up after himself and did a great job. Would highly recommend Luiz.
Put up two paintings
£50
Thank you Thomas for a prompt service. Happy with the process and dealings with you. I am very Happy with your service and will definitely recommend you and use your services again.
Pick up and dropoff off of a Large Painting
£50
Imran went above and beyond to ensure my art piece was collected and delivered to right location which was 2 hours away. Despite several hiccups from my end, he was patient, understanding and regularly communicated with me to ensure full transparency. He also showed tremendous flexibility and willingness to help when I was faced with several logistical issues around the pickup and drop off. I can honestly say that he may be the one of the best overall services on Airtasker.
Pickup and drop off of framed art.
£50
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Why book art removals through Airtasker?
When you’re moving a prized painting, a delicate print, or a precious sculpture, you want a service that feels as careful as it is convenient. That’s where Airtasker comes in.
You can post a task in moments, compare quotes from experienced art movers, and check every Tasker’s reviews before you commit. No endless phone calls, no guesswork—just straightforward booking with full visibility.
Whether you’re a gallery owner preparing for auction houses or a private art collector relocating treasured pieces, Airtasker helps you find the right art removals expert for the job. You’ll have access to flexible scheduling, transparent pricing, and movers who know how to pack, transport, and efficiently arrange your artwork safely across town or across the country. With Airtasker, art removals suddenly feel far less stressful, and far more manageable.
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Top Art Removals related questions
Shipping artwork in the UK typically costs £50 to £300, depending on the size, fragility, and distance. Smaller framed pieces sent locally sit at the lower end, while larger or delicate works needing a Tasker for packing or long-distance transport can exceed £300.
Most artworks imported into the UK are subject to 5% VAT, which is lower than the standard rate. Whether additional duties apply depends on the type of art and where it’s coming from.
For example, original works such as paintings, drawings, and sculptures often fall under reduced VAT categories. It’s best to check HMRC guidance if you’re unsure, especially when dealing with valuable or antique pieces.
In the UK, a reasonable budget for art removals typically ranges from £80 to £300 for local moves involving a few pieces. Costs can rise if you need specialist packing, custom crating, long-distance transport, or help moving oversized or fragile items at short notice. Galleries and private collectors often budget higher to account for premium materials or multiple Taskers.
A professional art courier service is a specialist mover trained in handling, packing, and transporting artwork. Their crew uses protective materials, secure transport methods, and careful handling techniques to ensure paintings, prints, and sculptures arrive safely. For galleries, collectors, and artists, an art courier business offers peace of mind when relocating high-value or delicate pieces.
Be cautious of removal firms who can’t explain their packing methods, avoid giving clear quotes, turn up without proper vehicles and equipment, or lack genuine reviews. The process of art removals requires patience and hard work, so anyone rushing the job or mishandling your pieces is a sign to look elsewhere. Reliable removal companies should communicate clearly, bring suitable packing materials, and demonstrate expertise in handling fragile items.
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What do art removals services include?
Fine art removals booked through Airtasker typically cover everything you need to move valuable or fragile pieces with confidence. From expert packing to careful transport and safe placement at the exhibition, Taskers can ensure that your artwork is handled with the attention it deserves.
If you’re organising a home move, moving items to storage facilities, or managing gallery logistics, you’ll find art removals experts who understand the nuances of transporting fine art.
Here’s what’s typically included in an art removals service:
Packing and protective wrapping for artwork
Professional art removals experts know that proper packing is half the job of art logistics solutions. If needed, you can ask your Taskers to provide packing and protective wrapping on top of your art moving service.
This may include wrapping canvases, framed pieces, sculptures, and mixed-media artworks using acid-free materials, glassine, foam corner protectors, bubble wrap, and other museum-grade supplies with careful detail and quality.
For fragile or high-value items, expert art handlers may reinforce artwork with cardboard sleeves or crate-ready padding. These prevent scratches, vibration damage, and moisture exposure during fine art transportation.
Custom art crating and specialised art packaging
For oversized or unusually shaped pieces, you can book Taskers who offer custom crating and white glove delivery for your unique needs. They can build on-the-spot wooden crates, reinforced boxes, or fitted foam housing to keep artwork stable during transit.
This expertise is particularly helpful for sculptures, antiques, installation art, or pieces that require extra structural support or storage for secure transportation. Many private art collectors request custom crating from art handlers when transporting pieces across long distances or shipping items interstate.
Safe artwork loading, transportation, and unloading
Airtasker connects you with artwork removals experts who know how to safely load and secure pieces using straps, blankets, anchors, and no-shift positioning. For both local art transport in major cities and interstate removals through regional areas, Taskers can help ensure your items stay protected from bumps, drops, and sudden shifts. They’ll also handle careful unloading, placement, or temporary staging at your destination, which is useful for gallery setups or studio rearrangements.
Artwork installation and setup assistance
If you need help setting up your artwork after the move, you can request installation support when posting your task. Some Taskers may assist with hanging framed pieces, mounting sculptures, or positioning large artworks for display. They may bring levelers, anchors, hooks, and other hardware.
If you need help preparing a space before an exhibit or want assistance placing artwork in your home, you can also find Taskers who can help with the finishing touches.
Handling oversized or delicate art pieces
Fine art removals experts on Airtasker can help relocate extra-large canvases, glass artworks, mixed-media pieces, stone sculptures, or fragile vintage items. They can also collaborate with additional Taskers for heavy lifting, coordinate tight hallway navigation, or provide padding and protective barriers for challenging spaces.
If you’re moving other special items like professional pianos, pool tables, or antiques, you can also get help through Airtasker.
Recent Art Removals tasks
Move artwork from WC2N to E1
£100
Covent Garden, Greater London
26th Feb 2026
One piece of artwork Pickup location: Strand, London, WC2N , England Drop-off location: Whitechapel, London, E1 6Q, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup Will require two people, the art is based in the basement with narrow stairs so will require bubble wrapping to avoid damages.
Large painting picked up from altringham taking to wythingshawe today
£80
Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14
21st Feb 2026
Laege Painting Pickup location: Trafford, Cheshire, WA14 , England Drop-off location: Manchester, Lancashire, M22 9, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Pick up a painting from mitcham
£50
Mitcham, Greater London
21st Feb 2026
I need a 1.5M x 1.5M painting picked up from Mitcham and delivered to Kingswood Surrey
Move large artwork
£100
Hackney Wick, Greater London
18th Feb 2026
3 wooden screens (200cm L x 60cm W x 10cm D)
Pick up painting (Woking to central London)
£60
Burntcommon, Surrey
12th Feb 2026
Pick up 4x4 foot painting from Woking to Central London (SW1)
Ali was great - I would highly recommend using him
I need a painting brought home
£50
Lisson Grove, Greater London
11th Feb 2026
3 paintings Pickup location: Saint Johns Wood, London, NW8 8, England Drop-off location: Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 , England Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup
Bilal was very professional and the whole process was very smooth. Hope to work with Bilal again
Moving 1 large piece of artwork
£44
Pixham, Surrey
26th Jan 2026
One large piece of artwork, folded into a triangle for ease, just very long. Stored in garage, going to flat but can be dropped off at ground floor. Someone to assist at both pick up and delivery address Pickup location: Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1, England Drop-off location: Notting Hill, London, W11 4, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Help me move some artwork
£70
Benenden, Kent
25th Jan 2026
1large painting a few smaller ones and some sculptures Pickup location: Benenden, Kent, TN17 , England Drop-off location: Margate and Ramsgate, Kent, CT9 1, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Painting picked up in Hertfordshire and taken to a house in Newcastle
£100
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4
21st Jan 2026
I have a painting (120cm by 80 cm). It will be wrapped. I want it picked up from Berkhamsted and taken to an address in newcastle upon tyne
Need a van to take 6 canvases to an art studio
£60
Chalk Farm, Greater London, NW1
20th Jan 2026
6 Canvases Pickup location: Camden Town, London, NW1 8, England Drop-off location: Bromley-By-Bow, London, E3 3U, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
If you have the option to go with Ali, TAKE IT!!!! best experience ever, had so much stress with another company but i genuinely have Ali to thank for so much. Felt so at ease with this move and he’s just so kind genuinely trusted so much and will be contacting again for future moves.
Two bedroom house + content of paint studio, lots of fragile paintings
£150
Southend, Greater London, BR1
19th Jan 2026
Reposting ad as wrong address in previous post. 2 beds, sofa, tv, 2 chest of draws, clothing boxes, general house hold boxes for kitchen / bathroom items, 2 bikes, electric drum kit, lamps, chairs, 2 garden chairs and tables and deckchair, content of painting studio which includes lots of fragile painting which would need to be handled with care. Pickup location: Catford, London, SE6 2, England Drop-off location: Hither Green, London, SE13 , England Removals size: House Stairs: At both places
Would highly recommend, the team look so much care with our items, particularly our fragile painting.
Studio equipments abd artworks
£100
Cyprus, Greater London
18th Jan 2026
Boxes and sculptures Pickup location: North Woolwich, London, E16 2, England Drop-off location: Nine Elms, London, SW11 , England Removals size: Apartment Stairs: No
Help me move some gallery installations items
£150
Farnham, Surrey
15th Jan 2026
1 x plinth 1 x mirror on board 3 x boxes of 3d printed figures 3 x large paintings 1 x perpex sheet 4 x legs for tables Pickup location: Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7, England Drop-off location: Thanington Without, Kent, CT1 3, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Sculpture from 1 Granary Square to 3 Torrens Street EC1V 1NQ
£30
St Pancras, Greater London
12th Jan 2026
Sculpture from Uni to Gallery
Moving a Sculpture to a gallery
£30
St Pancras, Greater London
12th Jan 2026
Moving sculpture from uni to gallery
Van needed to transport artwork, materials and some light furniture
£100
Somers Town, Greater London
10th Jan 2026
4 sweeter table, foldable chair, some painting and a few bags/boxes of art materials Pickup location: Regents Park, London, NW1 3, England Drop-off location: Wood Green, London, N22 6, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup
Purchase artwork and post
£80
Finsbury, Greater London, WC1X
10th Jan 2026
**Repost as original tasker not able to compIete** I would like to task someone to go to an Art Store (46 Amwell St, London EC1R 1XS, United Kingdom) and purchase the artwork. Then I would like someone to package and post to Australia. It’s a small paper artwork (roughly A4, but would need cardboard to protect it in the post). Needs to be purchased today, but can be to be posted mid week anytime. The £80 is only for your time. This payment does not include payment for the art and postage, I will provide you extra payment for those. I am able to provide those funds via PayPal or another platform of your preference. As Airtasker funds take time to clear, you will need approximately £70 to purchase the artwork. The Google maps opening hours are incorrect. He is open for a sale today. Thanks ☺️
Best Airtasker on the platform! Darren’s communication and problem solving skills throughout my obscure task was outstanding. Thanks so much ☺️
Help move some artwork for an exhibition
£60
St Johns, Greater London, SE8
9th Jan 2026
Hello! I need to move 3 paintings and a toilet from Art Hub Studios, Stanley St, London SE8 4BL to Baker Street on Saturday 9th Jan. It would be collection and drop off.
Super helpful and informative
Moving approx 6 large painting from a studio to flat in a van.
£30
Stockwell, Greater London
7th Jan 2026
approx 6 large artworks in glass frames. biggest work is 130 x 161 cm. Pickup location: Brixton, London, SW9 9, England Drop-off location: Herne Hill, London, SE24 , England PICK UP IS ARTIST STUDIOS (THERE IS A LIFT) AND DROP OFF IS A GROUND FLOOR FLAT. Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Asher was punctual, efficient and careful with my things!
Move large painting, small Oliver tree and large plant pot
£120
Wimbledon Park, Greater London, SW19
2nd Jan 2026
Large painting and small Oliver tree to be moved from near Wimbledon Common down to near Chichester. We can help load up - ideally want it asap. Willing to discuss price.