Material Restoration Protection

RestorationGuard™

Proposed cover for objects and materials while under conservation, restoration or specialist packing.

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Product overview

Coverage description

Physical loss or damage while in the care of the restorer, including agreed transit and studio storage.

Eligible industries
Conservation studiosMuseumsCollectorsScientific facilities

Covered risks

  • Accidental damage during work (where agreed)
  • Fire and theft at studio
  • Transit to and from studio
  • Packing damage

Policy exclusions

  • War, invasion and nuclear risks unless specifically agreed
  • Wilful misconduct or fraud by the insured
  • Gradual deterioration, wear and tear, inherent vice
  • Sanctioned parties, goods or jurisdictions
  • Losses outside the agreed territorial scope

Underwriting requirements

  • Completed proposal form and declared values
  • Independent valuation or certification where relevant
  • Security, storage and transit protocols
  • Loss history for the last five years
  • KYC, sanctions and beneficial ownership checks

Claims procedure

  1. 01Notify Renfield as soon as reasonably possible after discovery
  2. 02Take reasonable steps to prevent further loss and preserve evidence
  3. 03Provide the documentation requested by the claims team
  4. 04Cooperate with any appointed loss adjuster
  5. 05Assessment and any settlement follow the policy terms and insurer approval
Subject to underwriting

All products are proposed or available subject to underwriting approval, applicable licensing and confirmation of insurer capacity. Nothing on this site constitutes an offer of insurance or guaranteed coverage.