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Antique moving in Montreal
Antiques carry more than monetary value. A grandmother’s armoire, a grandfather clock that has kept time for a century, a hand-carved dining set or a gilded mirror connects a family to its history. These pieces are often fragile in ways that modern furniture is not: dried-out joints, delicate veneers, original finishes, old glass and hardware that cannot be replaced. Moving them takes patience, the right materials and crews who understand how old furniture behaves.
Déménagement NST Moving & Storage moves antiques for homeowners, collectors, dealers, estate executors and auction buyers across Greater Montreal. Our antique movers inspect each piece, choose the right wrapping or crating, remove fragile parts where needed and handle every item slowly and deliberately. Whether you are moving an entire collection or a single cherished piece, the approach is the same.
Your coordinator reviews the items with you, by photos or in person, and builds a plan for packing, transport and placement. You receive a guaranteed flat-fee quote before the move.
Antiques we move
- Furniture: armoires, dressers, sideboards, dining tables and chairs, secretaries, chests and bed frames.
- Clocks: grandfather and grandmother clocks, mantel clocks and wall clocks.
- Mirrors and glass: gilded mirrors, glass-fronted cabinets, display cases and leaded glass.
- Lighting: chandeliers, lamps and sconces, once removed by an electrician.
- Decorative pieces: porcelain, silver, figurines, vases and collections.
- Rugs and textiles: antique rugs rolled and wrapped, and textiles packed flat.
- Musical instruments: antique pianos and organs. See our piano movers.
- Art and frames: paintings and framed works. See fine art moving.
How we pack antiques
Condition check. Before packing, we note existing scratches, cracks or loose parts with you, and you can take photos for your records.
Soft first layer. Fine finishes are wrapped first in acid-free paper or soft wrap, never with plastic directly against wood, which can trap moisture and damage finishes.
Padding. A second layer of quilted moving blankets protects against bumps. Corners and edges receive extra padding.
Removing fragile parts. Glass shelves, mirrors, finials, drawer pulls and legs are removed where possible and packed separately, labelled with the piece they belong to.
Clocks. Pendulums and weights are removed and packed, and movements are secured according to the clock’s design. For valuable clocks, we recommend a clockmaker prepare the movement.
Custom crating. Very fragile or valuable pieces travel in a crate built to fit. See our custom crating service.
Transport and handling
Antiques are loaded last and unloaded first wherever possible, or positioned where they cannot be pressed by other items. They are strapped to the truck wall with padding, kept upright when their structure requires it and never stacked. Our crews lift antique furniture from its strongest points, not by arms, tops or decorative mouldings, and they carry rather than drag, even over short distances.
Antique moving costs
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Number of pieces | More pieces mean more packing time and materials. |
| Fragility | Delicate pieces need extra wrapping or crating. |
| Size and weight | Large armoires and heavy pieces need more crew. |
| Disassembly | Removing glass, legs and hardware adds careful labour. |
| Access | Stairs, narrow halls and doorways at both homes. |
| Storage | Climate-controlled storage for collections. |
Climate and antiques
Wood, veneer, glue and finishes react to changes in temperature and humidity. Montreal’s cold, dry winters and humid summers can cause old wood to crack, warp or lose veneer if pieces are left in a cold truck or an unheated garage. We plan moves to keep antiques out of extreme conditions for as short a time as possible and offer climate-controlled storage for collections that need to wait between homes.
Estate moves and inherited antiques
Many antique moves happen when families inherit furniture or settle an estate. These moves can be emotional and involve several family members and destinations. We can collect pieces from one home and deliver them to several addresses, move items to storage while decisions are made, or deliver pieces to an auction house or dealer. For older family members moving to a smaller home, our senior moving team helps decide which pieces travel and which go to family.
Dealers, auctions and collectors
Antique dealers, auction houses and collectors often need individual pieces collected and delivered around Montreal and beyond. We provide careful single-item pickups and deliveries, with wrapping or crating appropriate to each piece. Delivery to a buyer’s home includes placement and removal of packing materials.
Preparing antiques for the move
- Empty drawers, cabinets and display cases.
- Point out fragile areas, previous repairs and loose parts to the crew.
- Have an electrician remove chandeliers and wall-mounted lighting.
- Consider having valuable clocks prepared by a clockmaker.
- Photograph valuable pieces for your records.
- Ask your insurer about coverage for high-value items during the move.
Areas we serve
We move antiques across Montreal, including Westmount, Outremont, Mount Royal, Old Montreal, the Plateau, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce and the West Island, as well as Laval, Longueuil, the Eastern Townships and moves to Quebec City, Ottawa and Toronto.
Why customers trust NST with antiques
- Patient, trained crews who respect old furniture.
- Acid-free and soft wrapping for fine finishes.
- Custom crating for fragile and valuable pieces.
- Climate-controlled storage.
- Guaranteed flat-fee pricing.
- Licensed and insured movers. Explore our other specialty item moving services.
Moving specific antique pieces
Armoires and wardrobes. These tall pieces often come apart: crowns, doors and sometimes sides can be removed. We dismantle only where the piece was designed to come apart, label every part and carry the case upright when its joints require it.
Dining tables. Leaves are removed and wrapped separately, and legs are removed if they are designed to detach. Pedestal tables are lifted from the base, never by the top.
Glass-fronted cabinets and bookcases. Glass shelves come out and are packed in padded cartons. Doors are secured shut with soft ties rather than tape on the finish.
Marble-topped pieces. Marble is removed and moved upright on its edge, never flat, because it can crack under its own weight. It may travel in a custom frame or crate.
Upholstered antiques. Old fabrics and horsehair stuffing are delicate. We cover them with clean, breathable wraps and avoid placing anything on top.
Chandeliers. Crystals are removed, wrapped individually and packed, and the frame is crated or boxed with padding.
Moving antiques up and down Montreal stairs
Antiques and Montreal staircases are a challenging combination. Exterior spiral stairs leave little room to turn tall pieces, and narrow interior stairs in older homes have tight landings and low ceilings. Before moving day, we measure each large piece and the route, and decide whether the piece goes through a door, a window or a balcony with hoisting, or whether it must be partly dismantled. On the stairs, one mover leads and another guides from below, moving slowly, step by step, with the piece fully padded. Banisters, walls and stair edges are protected so neither the antique nor the home is marked.
Caring for antiques after the move
Old furniture needs time to adjust to a new home. Place antiques away from radiators, heating vents, fireplaces and direct sunlight, which can dry wood and fade finishes. Let pieces rest for a day or two before reinserting glass shelves or loading drawers. Check that clocks are level before restarting them, and have a clockmaker regulate valuable movements. A humidifier in winter helps protect wood from Montreal’s dry indoor air.
Antiques and long-distance moves
When antiques travel to another city, they face more handling, more vibration and longer exposure to changing temperatures. For moves from Montreal to Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto or further, we recommend crating the most fragile and valuable pieces, removing all detachable parts and loading antiques in a dedicated section of the truck where nothing can press against them. Pieces are strapped with padding at several points to limit movement. If your new home is not ready on arrival, our climate-controlled storage can hold the pieces until it is. On delivery, each piece is unwrapped, inspected with you and placed exactly where you want it.
Small antiques and collections
Smaller antiques are often the most fragile. Porcelain, crystal, silver, figurines and collectibles are wrapped individually in acid-free tissue and bubble wrap, then packed in sturdy cartons with dividers and cushioning so no two pieces touch. Each box is labelled with its contents and marked fragile. Very valuable small items, such as jewellery or rare coins, should travel with you rather than in the truck.
Antique moving FAQs
How do you protect antique finishes?
We wrap finishes first in acid-free paper or soft wrap, then in quilted blankets. Plastic is never placed directly against old wood.
Do you crate antiques?
Yes. Very fragile or valuable pieces can travel in a custom crate built to fit.
Can you move a grandfather clock?
Yes. We remove and pack the pendulum and weights and secure the case. For valuable clocks, a clockmaker should prepare the movement.
Can you move a single antique?
Yes. We do single-piece pickups and deliveries for families, dealers, auctions and collectors.
Do you store antiques?
Yes. Climate-controlled storage protects antiques from Montreal’s temperature and humidity swings.
Are my antiques insured?
NST is licensed and insured. Ask your coordinator and your own insurer about coverage for high-value pieces.
How is antique moving priced?
You receive a guaranteed flat fee based on the number of pieces, fragility, size, disassembly, access and storage.
Do you move antiques long distance?
Yes. We move antiques to Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto and beyond, with crating recommended for fragile pieces.
Can you deliver an antique to an auction house?
Yes. We pick up and deliver antiques to auction houses, dealers and buyers across Montreal.
Move your antiques with NST
Send us photos and measurements of your antiques and both addresses. We will plan the move and give you a guaranteed flat-fee quote.
Call: (514) 458-7786 · Visit: 433 Jarry St W #201, Montreal, QC H3N 1E7
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