Who moves pianos, fine art and antiques?
Daley & Co move pianos, fine art, antiques, clocks and sculpture with crews trained specifically for them, using made-to-measure crates where an item warrants it. Condition is recorded before anything is handled, and high-value items are declared and insured to their actual value rather than a standard per-item limit. We are a British Association of Removers member.
Overview
White Glove Service
Some possessions demand an exceptional level of care. Our White Glove Service is designed for clients who require the very highest standard of handling — whether that is a collection of fine art, a suite of designer furniture, a grand piano, or a consignment of luxury goods. Every aspect of the service is delivered by our most experienced specialists, using premium materials and bespoke protective packaging.
What's Included
- Dedicated specialist team — not standard removal crews
- White cotton gloves worn for all item handling
- Bespoke timber crating and archival-quality packing
- Climate-controlled transport available
- Full condition reporting before and after transit
- Discreet, professional service for private clients and galleries
What Makes the White Glove Service Different?
The White Glove Service is not simply a more careful version of a standard removal. It is a fundamentally different service delivered by a separate specialist team with specific training in fine art handling, antique furniture care, and luxury goods logistics. Our white glove operatives wear cotton gloves for all item handling, use only conservation-grade packing materials, and follow documented handling procedures for every item type. The service includes full photographic condition reporting before and after transit, bespoke timber crating built in our workshop to the exact dimensions of each item, and climate-controlled transport where temperature or humidity sensitivity requires it. Every white glove move is managed by a senior specialist who oversees the entire process from consultation to final placement.
Who Uses the White Glove Service?
Our White Glove Service is used by private collectors relocating art collections, interior designers furnishing high-end properties, auction houses transporting lots between salerooms, commercial galleries mounting exhibitions, corporate clients installing statement pieces in offices and lobbies, and private individuals moving irreplaceable family heirlooms. The common thread is that the items being moved are of exceptional value — whether monetary, historical, or sentimental — and require a level of care that goes beyond what any standard removal service can provide. We have handled Steinway concert grand pianos, Old Master paintings, Georgian furniture suites, contemporary sculptures, wine collections, and bespoke designer pieces.
Bespoke Crating and Archival Packing
Every item handled under the White Glove Service receives bespoke packaging designed specifically for its dimensions, weight, and fragility. Our in-house crate workshop builds custom timber crates with internal supports, vibration-dampening foam, and conservation-grade lining materials. For paintings, we use acid-free tissue, Tyvek wrapping, and corner protectors before crating. For sculpture, we create contoured foam cradles that support the piece at every point. For furniture, we use quilted transit blankets, corrugated cardboard armour, and bespoke covers that protect surfaces without trapping moisture. Nothing is off-the-shelf — every solution is designed for the specific item it protects.
Climate-Controlled Transport and Storage
Certain items are sensitive to temperature and humidity fluctuations — oil paintings can crack, wooden antiques can warp, and wine can be ruined by heat. For these items, we provide climate-controlled vehicles that maintain a stable temperature and humidity level throughout transit. Our climate-controlled storage facility maintains conditions suitable for fine art and antiques (typically 18–21°C, 45–55% relative humidity) for items requiring longer-term storage between properties or during renovation work. All climate-controlled services are monitored continuously, with alerts triggered if conditions deviate from the specified range.
Insurance and Valuation for High-Value Items
Standard goods-in-transit insurance may not adequately cover high-value items. For White Glove moves, we offer specialist fine art and high-value goods transit insurance at declared replacement value. We work with specialist insurers who understand the art and antiques market and can provide cover appropriate to the items being moved. We recommend that all clients obtain independent valuations for significant items before the move, and we can refer you to accredited valuers if required. Our condition reporting process also provides documentary evidence of the item’s state before and after transit, which is invaluable in the unlikely event of a claim.
Pricing Guide
White Glove Service Pricing
White Glove moves are priced individually following a specialist consultation, as every commission is unique. Pricing reflects the complexity of handling, the value of items, the materials required, and the logistics involved. Below are indicative starting prices for common white glove services.
Single High-Value Item (Local)
From approximately £350–£800. Includes consultation, bespoke packing, transport, and placement.
Small Collection (5–10 Items, Local)
From approximately £1,500–£3,500. Full condition reporting, crating, and installation.
Full Art Collection Relocation
From approximately £5,000–£15,000+. Comprehensive service for large collections including crating, climate-controlled transport, and installation.
Grand Piano (Local Move)
From approximately £500–£1,200. Specialist piano team with appropriate equipment and vehicle.
International White Glove Shipment
From approximately £3,000–£10,000+. Includes export crating, customs documentation, and destination delivery.
Climate-Controlled Storage (Monthly)
From approximately £50–£150 per item per month depending on size. Monitored conditions.
All prices are indicative, exclude VAT, insurance, and insurance premium tax (IPT), and are subject to a free home survey. Final pricing is confirmed following survey and includes a full breakdown of all applicable charges.
How It Works
Our process, step by step.
Specialist Consultation
A senior specialist visits to assess each item, discuss handling requirements, and agree a bespoke packing and transport plan. Condition reports are prepared.
Bespoke Packaging
Custom timber crates, archival tissue, acid-free materials, and foam padding are prepared specifically for your items. Nothing is off-the-shelf.
Specialist Handling
Our white glove team handles every item with the utmost care. Climate-controlled vehicles are used where required. Every movement is documented.
Installation & Placement
Items are delivered, unpacked, and placed exactly as directed. Condition is verified against pre-move reports. All packaging is removed and disposed of discreetly.
Why Choose Us
The Daley & Co difference.
Specialist Team
Our white glove operatives are trained specifically in fine art handling, antique furniture care, and luxury goods logistics. They are not standard removal crews given extra instructions.
Bespoke Every Time
No two white glove moves are the same. Every packing solution is designed specifically for the item in question — we do not use generic solutions for irreplaceable possessions.
Trusted by Collectors and Galleries
We work regularly with private collectors, interior designers, auction houses, and commercial galleries. Discretion and professionalism are guaranteed.
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FAQs
Common questions answered.
Our Commitment
The White Glove standard.
Fine Art Specialists
Trained in art handling, archival packing, and gallery logistics
Climate-Controlled Transport
Available for temperature and humidity-sensitive items
Full Condition Reporting
Photographic pre- and post-transit reports retained on file
Absolute Discretion
All staff DBS-checked; confidentiality guaranteed
Auction House Experience
Regular partner to galleries, collectors, and auction houses
Bespoke Crating
Custom timber crates and archival materials made to order
Client Testimonials
Trusted by collectors and connoisseurs.
Daley & Co handled the relocation of my entire art collection — over 40 pieces including several significant oils — with absolute professionalism. Every item was condition-reported, crated individually, and arrived in perfect order. I would not trust anyone else.
Private Collector
Cheshire
Fine Art Collection
We used Daley & Co to move a Steinway Model D concert grand piano from our old premises to the new concert hall. The specialist team was extraordinary — the piano was treated with the same care as if it were their own. Flawless from start to finish.
Concert Hall Director
Manchester
Steinway Concert Grand Piano
As an interior designer, I regularly need to move bespoke and antique furniture for clients. Daley & Co's white glove team is the only service I trust. Their knowledge of period furniture and their handling technique is genuinely exceptional.
Interior Designer
Alderley Edge
Bespoke & Antique Furniture
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