Climate-Controlled Storage for Artwork: Protecting Against Humidity and Temperature
For collectors facing renovation delays, extended travel, or simply needing to consolidate their assets, temporary housing for delicate pieces is often necessary. However, standard self-storage is rarely suitable. Keep your art safe with climate-controlled storage solutions offered by Bartlett’s Move. This specialised service is designed to preserve the condition of your collection, making it the best defense against environmental damage during any Fine Art Removal transition.
The Necessity of Climate-Controlled Art Storage
Artworks, especially those made from organic materials like wood, canvas, and natural pigments, are highly susceptible to changes in humidity and temperature. Climate-controlled art storage is essential because it actively mitigates these risks:
- Humidity Damage: High humidity promotes mold, mildew, and corrosion. Low humidity causes wood panels to shrink and crack, and paint layers to flake. Maintaining a steady 50-55% relative humidity is crucial.
- Temperature Stress: Extreme heat can melt wax and soften glazes, while rapid temperature swings can cause materials to expand and contract at different rates, leading to cracking.
Pest and Light Control: Reputable Art Storage facilities also protect against UV light (which causes fading) and are rigorously protected against insects and rodents.
The Professional Art Storage Standard
Our Fine Art Storage facilities provide the gold standard in asset protection. Ideal for paintings, sculptures, and collectibles, our secure storage meets the stringent requirements of galleries and museums:
- Dedicated Environment: We use industrial-grade HVAC systems to ensure consistent temperature (typically 20°C) and humidity, eliminating seasonal fluctuations.
- High-Security Access: Access to our secure storage units is restricted, monitored 24/7, and managed only by trusted Bartlett’s Move personnel.
- Specialised Racking: Artworks are stored vertically on custom racks or shelving, never stacked, to ensure proper airflow and zero pressure on the canvas or frame.
Integrating Art Storage into Your Fine Art Removal Plan
If your move includes a period of transition, integrating Fine Art Storage into your Artwork Moving plan is seamless with Bartlett’s Move. We handle the entire process:
- Professional Packing: Our team performs Art Packing using museum-grade materials, specifically preparing items for long-term storage conditions.
- Secure Transportation: We use climate-controlled vehicles for the short journey to our secure facility.
- Inventory Management: We provide detailed documentation upon placement into Climate-controlled art storage, and upon retrieval, ensuring full accountability.
Invest in Professional Art Storage Services
Protecting your investment means thinking beyond the transit time. By choosing Climate-controlled art storage as part of your overall Fine Art Removal strategy, you ensure your collection is safe from the invisible threats of the environment. Professional art storage services provide the peace of mind necessary when art is not on display.
Reach out to us today to disucss all your Fine Art Storage needs.