Hire the professionals to move antiques and avoid moving mistakes!
Antique furniture, heirlooms, and collectibles are more than just belongings—they’re irreplaceable treasures with historical, monetary, or deep sentimental value. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, relocating these delicate pieces requires far more than just bubble wrap and good intentions. To truly protect your antiques during a move, the smartest choice is to hire experienced professional movers who specialize in handling fragile, high-value items.
At Von Paris Moving & Storage, we’ve been trusted for over a century to transport prized antiques, fine art, and one-of-a-kind pieces with care, precision, and professionalism. Here’s why it’s essential to trust the professionals to move your antiques when it’s time to move.
Antiques Are Fragile and Often Irreplaceable
Many antiques are constructed from older, more delicate materials such as fine woods, veneers, hand-blown glass, or intricate inlays. These pieces often have joints, finishes, or structural components that can be easily damaged if improperly handled.
Professional movers understand how to:
- Carefully assess each item for vulnerabilities
- Use custom padding, wrapping, and crating materials
- Load and transport items with climate and vibration sensitivity in mind
- Ensure secure placement inside air-ride suspension moving vans
Von Paris takes all the necessary precautions to protect even the most delicate antiques from cracks, chips, or structural stress.
Proper Packing Requires Specialized Knowledge
When it is time to move your antiques, packing isn’t just about filling a box—it’s about strategic protection. At Von Paris, we offer professional crating services tailored specifically for fragile, valuable, and oddly shaped pieces. Our team uses:
- Custom-built wooden crates
- Acid-free tissue and cushioning
- Shock-absorbing materials
- Anti-scratch and moisture-resistant wraps
Whether it’s a grandfather clock, a vintage mirror, or an antique china cabinet, our packing specialists ensure every item is transported as securely as possible.
Climate Control Is Critical
Many antiques are vulnerable to changes in temperature and humidity, which can lead to warping, cracking, mold, or fading. Von Paris provides climate-controlled storage and transportation options to prevent environmental damage, especially during long-distance moves or storage transitions.
If your new home isn’t quite ready, or you need to store your items temporarily, our secure, climate-controlled warehouse facility ensures your antiques are kept in stable, protected conditions.
We Provide Inventory, Insurance, and Peace of Mind
Professional movers like Von Paris also provide detailed documentation and tracking of all antique items during your move. We maintain an itemized inventory and can offer valuation coverage or insurance certificates as needed—something that’s not typically available when moving on your own.
This kind of oversight provides a layer of accountability and peace of mind that simply can’t be matched by DIY efforts or non-specialized movers.
You Avoid Risking Injury or Damage
Antique pieces are often heavy, awkwardly shaped, or both, making them difficult and dangerous to move without the right equipment and expertise. Von Paris crews are trained to:
- Use proper lifting techniques
- Employ dollies, straps, and hoisting tools
- Navigate tight spaces like stairwells and elevators
- Disassemble and reassemble pieces if necessary
By hiring professionals, you avoid putting yourself, your furniture, and your home at risk.
Contact us today to learn more about our specialty moving services and get a free quote for your antique move. Trust Von Paris to protect what matters most.
Call Von Paris Moving & Storage For a Seamless Experience
Are you preparing to move your home or business? Von Paris Moving & Storage manages your seamless move, including local, long-distance, and international moves. In addition to our moving services, we also offer warehouse storage and document and data management services. Von Paris has earned an excellent reputation for honesty, integrity, and superior quality service throughout its 100+ years of experience as a leader among moving and storage companies. Contact our team today by filling out a contact form on our website, emailing us at information@vonparis.com, or calling us at 410-826-4824 and receiving your free estimate. Follow our team on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and Instagram for company updates.