Wooden Crating Services in Islamabad

Some things cannot go in a cardboard box. A marble dining table, a glass cabinet, a framed painting or a piece of machinery needs a rigid, made-to-measure crate to survive a long journey.

From our Islamabad office in G-9 Markaz, Marsoos builds custom wooden crates on site or in the workshop for homes, galleries, embassies and businesses across Islamabad and Rawalpindi, and for shipments going abroad.

Carpenter building a custom wooden crate around a framed painting
A custom crate being built around a framed painting

What We Crate

Marble and Stone

Table tops, counters and decorative stone, which can crack under their own weight if not supported.

Glass and Mirrors

Glass tables, cabinets and large mirrors, packed upright with corner protection.

Art and Antiques

Paintings, sculptures and antique furniture, with foam padding and moisture protection.

Electronics and Machinery

Large TVs, equipment and machine parts, fixed inside so they cannot move.

How We Build a Crate

Measuring and Design

We measure the item and decide on crate type, padding and how it will be lifted.

Materials

Pine or plywood panels with timber battens. For export, heat-treated wood is used.

ISPM 15 for Export

Many countries require wooden packaging to be heat treated and stamped under the international ISPM 15 standard, to stop pests travelling in the wood. We use compliant wood for shipments abroad.

Padding and Fixing

Foam, bubble wrap and blocking hold the item still inside the crate.

Closing and Marking

The crate is screwed shut, marked with handling directions and listed on the packing list.

Finished wooden export crates with a padded marble table top inside
Finished export crates with a padded marble table top

Open Crates, Closed Crates and Skids

  • Closed crates: full protection for fragile and valuable items
  • Open or slatted crates: lighter, for sturdy items that need a frame for lifting
  • Skids and pallets: a strong base for heavy machinery

Crating for Moves Inside Pakistan vs Shipments Abroad

Domestic Moves

For moves between cities such as Islamabad to Karachi, a sturdy crate or frame protects the item from road vibration and stacking. Standard timber is usually fine.

International Shipments

For export, crates must survive several lifts, long sea voyages and humidity, and usually need heat-treated wood with an ISPM 15 stamp. Moisture barriers are added for art and electronics.

Unpacking a Crated Item Safely

  • Open the crate on its marked side and remove the screws, not by forcing the panels
  • Let marble and glass rest flat before lifting
  • Keep the crate if you may move again, as it can be reused for the same item

When You Need a Wooden Crate

  • Shipping fragile or valuable items abroad
  • Moving marble or glass between cities
  • Storing art or antiques for a long period
  • Any item listed in our fragile packing guide that is too large for a carton

Moving Services Near You

Crating is available with all our moving services. Our Islamabad workshop also supplies crates for moves from other cities.

Contact Us for a Written Quote

Conclusion

A properly built crate is the cheapest insurance for an item that cannot be replaced. Send us a photo and the measurements of your item, and we will tell you which crate it needs and how long it takes to build.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to build a wooden crate?

Most crates are built within one or two days of measuring.

Do you build crates at my home?

Yes. For large items we build the crate on site in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

Is the wood suitable for export?

Yes. For international shipments we use heat-treated wood in line with ISPM 15.

Can you crate a marble table top?

Yes. Marble is crated on its edge with padding so it does not crack.

Do you crate items for other cities?

Yes. Crates can be built in Islamabad and shipped with your goods anywhere in Pakistan.

How much does a crate cost?

It depends on size, wood type and padding. Send photos and measurements for a quote.