Design projects have a million moving parts. Sourcing art shouldn’t be a headache. Discover the reliable, professional process we built specifically to support interior designers and trade partners. For design professionals, a supplier is only as good as their reliability. At Oilarthub, we understand that you aren’t just buying art; you are managing a timeline, a budget, and a client’s trust. We view ourselves not just as a vendor, but as your partner in project management. This guide walks you through our seamless process for B2B art sourcing, showing you exactly how we support your vision from concept to installation.
Joining the Circle: Exclusive Benefits of the Oilarthub Trade Program
Before we dive into the process, let’s talk about value. We’ve designed our program to make your business more profitable and efficient.
Competitive Tiered Pricing and Volume Discounts
As a member of the Oilarthub Trade Program, you gain immediate access to our trade pricing structure. This includes competitive baseline discounts on single items and significant tiered pricing and volume discounts for larger commercial projects, allowing you to maximize your margins.
Priority Access to New Collections and Dedicated Support
Trade members get the VIP treatment. You receive a dedicated account manager who acts as your single point of contact, ensuring quick responses to quotes, stock checks, and custom art for designers inquiries.
Phase 1: Concept & Consultation – We Speak “Designer”
We know that art is often the final piece of a complex puzzle. We start by listening to your design intent.
From Blueprints to Art: Personalized Art Advisory
Whether you send us a mood board, CAD elevations, or a simple sketch, our team can interpret your needs. We provide personalized art advisory, suggesting textures, sizes, and color palettes that complement your architectural plans and furniture selections.
Custom Mockups: Helping Your Clients Visualize the Result
Winning the client’s approval is key. We offer digital services to Photoshop selected artworks directly into your renderings or photos of the space. This visual aid helps you pitch the concept effectively and get that crucial sign-off. Need help pitching to a client? Ask us about our digital mockup service.
Phase 2: Production & Quality Assurance – Total Transparency
Once the order is placed, we take the stress out of production. Our goal is total transparency.
Hand-Painted Excellence: Meeting Commercial Standards
Our studio is accustomed to the rigor of commercial standards. Whether it’s a single residential piece or 50 panels for a hotel, we maintain consistent quality control. Our artists ensure that every textured painting meets the specifications for color accuracy and structural integrity.
The “Wait & See” Guarantee: Updates Before We Ship
The nightmare of any designer is unboxing art at a job site and finding it looks wrong. We eliminate this risk. We send high-resolution photos and videos of the finished art for your final approval. We do not crate or ship until you tell us it’s perfect.
Phase 3: Logistics & Delivery – Getting It There On Time
Art logistics can be tricky. We handle the heavy lifting so you don’t have to.
Global Shipping Expertise: Handling Customs and Duties
We ship worldwide and understand the complexities of international freight. We manage the paperwork, ensuring that customs and duties are handled smoothly so your shipment isn’t held up at the border.
White-Label Options: Protecting Your Vendor Relationships
We understand that your sources are your trade secret. We offer white label art shipping (blind shipping). We can remove Oilarthub branding from the packaging and invoices, so the shipment appears to come directly from you or a generic logistics provider, protecting your client relationship.
Secure Crating for Oversized Commercial Art
For oversized commercial art or delicate acoustic panels, standard cardboard isn’t enough. We build custom wooden crates for secure transport, minimizing the risk of damage during transit to the job site or receiving warehouse.
Your Extension Team in the Art World
At Oilarthub, we want to be the “easy” part of your project. We strive to be an extension of your design team—proactive, professional, and obsessed with quality. Whether you need a single statement piece or a comprehensive art package for a resort, our B2B art sourcing process is designed to make you look good.
Experience a smoother way to source art. Sign up for the Oilarthub Trade Program and let us handle the details for your next project.
Trade Logistics & Collaboration Questions
Can I reserve artwork while waiting for client approval? Yes. We can place a temporary hold on specific “Ready to Ship” artworks while you wait for your client’s final sign-off, ensuring the piece doesn’t sell to someone else in the meantime.
How do you handle shipping for large multi-unit projects? For projects requiring delivery to multiple rooms or phases (like a hotel renovation), we can coordinate staggered shipping schedules or bulk pallet delivery to a consolidated warehouse.
Do you offer net terms or invoicing for trade accounts? We review payment terms on a case-by-case basis for established trade partners with a strong order history. Standard policy involves a deposit to begin production and balance prior to shipping.
What happens if art arrives damaged at a job site? In the rare event of damage, our shipping insurance covers it. Contact us immediately with photos, and we will priority-rush a replacement or repair to minimize impact on your installation schedule. Your timeline is our priority. Get started at Oilarthub.