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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

Fantastic service, would recommend

Transport 4 paintings from Kingston upon Thames to Bounds Green

£50

Very helpful and friendly.

Help move an artwork 2.4m long, 10-15kg.

£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

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

Ryan was phenomenal. I had a really tricky room to paint that wasn’t in great shape - peeling lining paper, cracks and generally quite tired. Ryan performed a miracle on this space and gave it an amazing refresh. He did a beautiful and detailed job of the ceiling, walls and woodwork. He’s a real perfectionist. I heartily recommend Ryan. He’s brilliant!

Room painting

£100

What's the average cost of an art removals expert

£70 - £160

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£70

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£100

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£160

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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.

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

Help me drive a painting and then fit it

£120

West Horsley, Surrey

5th Sep 2026

Drive a painting and fit it on wall from Horsley to st James in London - need a van

Move canvas and bags south london

£30

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

3rd Sep 2026

I need a van to help me take a large canvas from loughborough junction to peckham. i have a about 3 bags too but the main thing is finding something big enough for the canvas as it won’t fit in a car

Move a painting

£75

College Park, Greater London

3rd Sep 2026

Paintings need to be taken

Moving a few boxes, a shelving unit, a fan, a rug, and some paintings

£65

Wapping, Greater London, E1W

30th Aug 2026

Some boxes, rug, fan, paintings, bedding, shelving unit Pickup location: Tower Hamlets, London, E1W 1, England Drop-off location: Chadwell Heath, Essex, RM6 6, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Thank you Ali - really helpful driver, great communication etc.

Fit canvas frame

£40

South Woodford, Greater London, E18

25th Aug 2026

Need to hand a large canvas frame it’s not heavy but the installation needs to be at a height of around 8 meters so a large 10 meter ladder is required which the handy person must have to reach the desired height of installation

Need help moving heavy sculptures

£20

Deptford, Greater London, SE8

13th Aug 2026

I have two sculptures that are heavy but flat and have been tramsported in vans in the past. They are 6 feet tall and too heavy to carry. The drive from point A to point B is 20 mins. From Deptford to Honor Oak.

Move 2 large artworks

£75

Stepney, Greater London, E1

28th Jul 2026

I need someone to transport 2 artworks in the morning for me. They measure 119 × 168cm and will be moved from Shoreditch to Highgate (40 mins). We need return from Highgate back to Shoreditch at 3:00pm. Price based on Addison Lee quoted price, would rather use airtasker

Akira was great, he was on time, very careful & friendly! Would definitely use his services again

3ppl: unpacking and bringing into the office 120 kg sculpture

£150

Marylebone, Greater London

28th Jul 2026

130 kg human size sculpture in the wooden box on the pavement near the entrance needs unpacking and bringing in 5 steps 3 ppl now

Very fast effective and professional

Move painting

£90

Stepney, Greater London, E1

27th Jul 2026

I need to move two 2m x 2m paintings from e1 7nh to se1 9eu, between 1;30 and 2pm on Thursday 30th July. Will probably require a Luton van. I will be able to load and unload.

Help moving a painting

£80

West Brompton, Greater London

21st Jul 2026

Moving a large painting in need of a van Measurements 205x215cm

Moving a sculpture

£50

Nag's Head, Greater London

15th Jul 2026

I need a sculpture moved from my studio to a showroom. N7 7PH to E82LP. It is a 25 minute drive.

Help to move a couple of suitcases painting and boxes

£60

Lisson Grove, Greater London

13th Jul 2026

- 2 large suitcases - one medium size box - two paintings - two side tables - a little stool - 2 moving a bags - A duffle bag - 1 plastic bag with hangers Pickup location: Marylebone, London, W1H 1, England Drop-off location: Fulham, London, SW6 2, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Amazing guy and amazing work!!

Remove and pack a large painting

£40

Mayfair, Greater London, W1J

11th Jul 2026

Remove painting from the wall and pack for travel

Prompt good work.We were satisfied.

Buy spring water from the British museum and bring to me later

£20

Westminster, Greater London, SW1A

2nd Jul 2026

I need someone to go buy spring water from the British museum, it comes in a black bottle and costs about 5 pound( image provided). I then need it delivered to me ( or me to come pick it up since I'm close to the museum.) all this tonight since im leaving the uk the next morning.

Move x4 polystyrene sculpture shapes and x5 boxes

£75

Barbican, Greater London, EC2Y

30th Jun 2026

We need to move - x4 polystyrene sculpture shapes 1= 1600 x 1980 x 300mm 2 = 1600 x 1900 x 300mm 3 = 1800 x 1920 x 300mm 4 = 1900 x 1700 x 300mm - Estimated x5 leftover standard sized boxes of merch From Skygarden venue (1 Sky Garden Walk, London EC3M 8AF) to TrueLayer - The Gilbert, 1b Lackington St, London EC2A 1AL 2 miles, est 15 min drive with traffic Items must be collected from Skygarden by 10AM, need a van for this job

10/10 service, super punctual, lovely guy and easy job!

Moving art and materials from a gallery to home

£50

New Cross, Greater London

22nd Jun 2026

Framed drawings 2 metre wooden sticks Rolled up canvas Painting 1.5x12m dimensions Small sculpture Pickup location: New Cross, London, SE14 , England Drop-off location: Isle of Dogs, London, E14 9, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Excellent service, did everything required with a smile, even when I was late.

Move two large art canvases very carefullt

£70

Hollybush Hill, Buckinghamshire

14th Jun 2026

To take two 1.2m by 1.5m canvasses from my home to my office in Ascot. They are extremely precious and new so need to be very carefully transported

We have boxes of stuff and sculptures

£80

Poplar, Greater London

1st Jun 2026

sculptures and boxes Pickup location: Trinity Buoy Wharf, London, E14 0JY, England Drop-off location: Surrey, Wallington, SM6 8BW and SM6 8QD Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Moving a heavy tabletop with sculpture up 15 steps and into a van.

£50

Orchard Leigh, Buckinghamshire

29th May 2026

We need assistance moving a 2.5m x 0.75m tabletop from a basement, up 15 steps, and into a van. There is a food art sculpture on the table top. The total weight will be roughly 60kg. There are two of us to help carry, but we need another person to assist. I think it will take less than an hour. Starting time at 6am, unfortunately, as we will be driving the van to London for an 8.30am delivery.

Move a painting from RM19 to E7, must be a high roof van

£110

Purfleet, Essex

17th Apr 2026

1 painting 185cm x 185cm. There is help on both sides so only 1 man requires Pickup location: Thurrock, Essex, RM19 , England Drop-off location: Forest Gate South, London, E7 0N, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Fantastic team, punctual and hard working. Would work with them again in a heartbeat. 10 stars