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Graded Slab Cracking Service

£9.99
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(1 quantity per slab)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Each quantity selected applies to a single card. If you are purchasing services for multiple cards with different service levels, please specify the desired level for each card in your checkout order notes.

For example:

  • Blastoise 2/102 - Ultimate Card Revival
  • Alakazam 1/102 - Precision Card Cleaning

Delivery and Shipping

Kindly ensure your order number is clearly included on both the outside and inside of your package when sending cards to us. This helps us accurately identify and process your order.

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Important information

• Slab cracking always carries inherent unavoidable risks.

• We cannot guarantee a risk free outcome and accept no liability for any damage sustained during the process.

• Scans will only be taken after the card has been safely removed from its slab if applicable.

Description

Professional removal of trading cards from third-party graded slabs. For collectors who need their card removed before cleaning, restoration or a future grading submission.

Using controlled techniques and specialist tools, we carefully open the slab and retrieve the card inside while working to minimise risk.

What this service includes
  • One slab processed per quantity ordered.
  • Slab removal using controlled fracture methods and specialist tools.
  • Careful handling of the card during removal and repackaging.
  • A fresh penny sleeve and semi-rigid holder.
  • A sealed team bag for protective presentation and onward handling.
Booking alongside cleaning or restoration

If you are sending graded cards for cleaning or restoration, your order must include one Graded Slab Cracking Service for each slab that needs opening, alongside the treatment selected for each card.

For example, if you send two graded cards for treatment, add two quantities of this service. Slab removal is booked separately from all cleaning and restoration services, including Ultimate Card Revival.

This service covers slab removal and protective repackaging. Cleaning, restoration, grading submission fees and a new graded holder are not included.

Restoration Reports and digital scans

A Restoration Report and digital scans are not included with slab cracking alone. They are included with Ultimate Card Revival, or can be purchased through the Restoration Report + scans add-on alongside an eligible physical service.

If your order includes before-and-after scans, the before-treatment scans are taken after slab removal and before cleaning or restoration begins. Cards inside graded slabs cannot be scanned using our equipment.

See how Restoration Reports work for an explanation of the findings, condition maps and treatment notes.

Important considerations
  • Slab cracking carries inherent risk. Plastic cases can fracture unpredictably, and the card may be damaged during removal despite careful handling.
  • The original slab is broken during removal and cannot be reused.
  • We take care to reduce risk, but cannot guarantee a damage-free outcome.
  • Removing a card from its slab does not improve its condition by itself. Any cleaning or restoration must be booked separately.
  • If you later submit the card for grading, the same or a higher grade cannot be guaranteed.

Please consider these risks before ordering, particularly for valuable or sentimental cards. For more information about sending cards for treatment, read our card cleaning FAQ.

Payment & Security

Payment methods

  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Bancontact
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Google Pay
  • iDEAL Wero
  • Maestro
  • Mastercard
  • MB WAY
  • Satispay
  • Shop Pay
  • Union Pay
  • Visa

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

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Mason K
Clean process throughout

A specialist service done without any drama. No fuss, just careful handling and a result I was happy with.

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Adam J
Smooth slab removal

I wanted a careful removal rather than trying anything myself and I am glad I used this. The whole process felt safe and well thought through.

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Zane
Handled with care from start to finish

Needed a slabbed card opened before further work and the process was handled professionally. Everything was well managed and nothing felt rushed.

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Jake N
Straightforward and well handled

Exactly what I needed before moving on to restoration work. The card was removed carefully and returned properly protected afterwards.

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Oliver
Careful removal done properly

This was my first time using a slab cracking service and I was happy with how smooth it all felt. Good communication and sensible handling at every stage.

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Callum B
Would use again for slabbed cards

Booked this so I could have a slabbed card worked on properly afterwards. The removal was done carefully and the card came back looking great!

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Kai F
Professional slab cracking service

Very pleased overall. For something that naturally carries some risk, it was handled carefully and I felt confident leaving it with them.

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Jude
Exactly what I needed before restoration

The card came out of the slab and was packaged back up exactly as it should have been.

Blastoise Digital Scans Pre Clean Service

Before Restoration: A Damaged Treasure

Take a close look at the condition of this Base Set Blastoise before undergoing our Ultimate Card Revival Service. The holofoil is heavily scratched, and grime is visible across the card's surface, masking its once-stunning design.

These problem areas, showcase the challenges collectors face with time and handling.

Blastoise Digital Scans Post Clean Service

After Restoration: A Stunning Revival

See the remarkable transformation of this Base Set Blastoise following our Ultimate Card Revival Service.

The scratches on the holofoil have been significantly reduced, grime has been meticulously cleaned away using a bespoke cleaning solution, and the card's brilliance has been restored.

Find the right care

Service Level Comparison

Explore our professional Pokemon card cleaning and restoration services. Start with the concern you want to address, then compare the work included.

  • Best suited to

    Light surface dirt and handling residue.

    Treatment focus

    A light surface clean using our bespoke cleaning solution.

    Report + scans: Optional add-on

    Full key features: Essential Card Cleaning Service (Pre-grade)
    • Light surface dirt and handling residue removal
    • Bespoke cleaning solution
    • Restoration Report + before-and-after scans available as an optional add-on
    • Returned with a sleeve, semi-rigid holder, team bag and reusable box

    Price: £9.99/ card

    View service: Essential Card Cleaning Service (Pre-grade)

    Currently unavailable

  • Best suited to

    Heavier or more stubborn surface contamination.

    Treatment focus

    Detailed cleaning under 30x magnification, with attention to areas that need closer work.

    Report + scans: Optional add-on

    Full key features: Precision Card Cleaning Service
    • Detailed cleaning under 30x magnification
    • Targeted cleaning for heavier or stubborn surface contamination
    • Bespoke cleaning solution
    • Restoration Report + before-and-after scans available as an optional add-on
    • Returned with a sleeve, semi-rigid holder, team bag and reusable box

    Price: £24.99/ card

    View service: Precision Card Cleaning Service

    Currently unavailable

  • Best suited to

    Several cleaning and restoration concerns on the same card.

    Treatment focus

    Precision-level cleaning, Holofoil Radiance and dent/crease work, selected to suit the card.

    Report + scans: Included

    Full key features: Ultimate Card Revival Service
    • Detailed cleaning under 30x magnification, supported by digital microscope inspection (1000x)
    • Holofoil Radiance Restoration included where suitable
    • Dent & Crease Reduction included where suitable
    • Humidification and flat-press techniques where appropriate
    • Restoration Report covering findings, completed treatment and remaining concerns
    • High-resolution front and rear scans before and after treatment
    • Returned with a sleeve, semi-rigid holder, team bag and reusable box

    Price: £79.99/ card

    View service: Ultimate Card Revival Service

    Currently unavailable

  • Best suited to

    Holofoil dullness, light scuffs and superficial surface marks.

    Treatment focus

    Targeted holofoil polishing with our bespoke solution; improvement depends on the marks and card condition.

    Report + scans: Optional add-on

    Full key features: Holofoil Radiance Restoration Service
    • Targeted holofoil polishing with a bespoke solution
    • Aims to improve clarity and reduce the appearance of suitable light scuffs and superficial marks
    • Deep scratches and missing surface material may remain
    • Restoration Report + before-and-after scans available as an optional add-on
    • Returned with a sleeve, semi-rigid holder, team bag and reusable box

    Price: £4.99/ card

    View service: Holofoil Radiance Restoration Service

    Currently unavailable

  • Targeted restoration

    Dent & Crease Reduction Service

    Best suited to

    Dents, creases and other suitable structural concerns.

    Treatment focus

    Targeted dent and crease reduction, using specialist tools, humidification and flat pressing where appropriate.

    Report + scans: Optional add-on

    Full key features: Dent & Crease Reduction Service
    • Targeted dent and crease reduction using specialist tools
    • Humidification and flat-press techniques where appropriate
    • Treatment selected for the card’s structural concerns; some damage may remain
    • Restoration Report + before-and-after scans available as an optional add-on
    • Returned with a sleeve, semi-rigid holder, team bag and reusable box

    Price: £49.99/ card

    View service: Dent & Crease Reduction Service

    Currently unavailable

Treatment depends on the card’s condition and suitability. Improvements and grading outcomes are not guaranteed. Ultimate includes relevant cleaning and restoration work for the same card; those treatments do not need to be booked again separately.

Compare the finer details

See the full breakdown of treatments, reports and optional extras before choosing your service.

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Before you book


Find quick answers below, or browse our full card cleaning FAQ.

Booking and delivery

How many cards does one quantity cover?

One quantity covers one card receiving the selected service. For example, to book Precision Cleaning for three cards, select a quantity of three.

If you’re booking different services for different cards, identify each card and its chosen service in your order notes and include the same list inside your parcel. For Graded Slab Cracking, one quantity covers one slab.

How should I package and send my cards?

Place each ungraded card in a penny sleeve and semi-rigid holder. Protect the holders between pieces of cardboard, then pack them securely in a small box or padded mailer so they cannot move around during transit.

Follow the posting instructions and use the delivery address provided after booking. Include your order number both inside and on the outside of your parcel, along with a list of the cards and services ordered.

Can I send cards inside graded slabs?

Yes. Your order must include one Graded Slab Cracking Service for each slab that needs opening, alongside the cleaning or restoration service selected for that card. Slab removal is booked separately, including when you choose Ultimate Card Revival.

Slab cracking carries inherent risk, and the original holder is broken during removal. If your booking includes scans, the before-treatment scans are taken after slab removal and before treatment begins.

Are a Restoration Report and scans included?

Ultimate Card Revival includes a Restoration Report and front-and-rear digital scans before and after treatment.

For Essential Cleaning, Precision Cleaning, Holofoil Radiance Restoration and Dent & Crease Reduction, these are available through the optional Restoration Report + scans add-on. Add one quantity for each card you would like documented. They are not included with slab cracking alone.

The report records findings, treatment carried out and remaining concerns. Once shared, you can open it under Restoration Reports in your Dugz Cards account. The actual card scans are supplied separately from the report’s illustrated condition maps.

Does a shared report mean my cards have been dispatched?

No. A shared report means your report is ready to view; it is separate from the return-shipping status of your order.

Your cards may still be awaiting final checks, protective packaging or dispatch. Please use your dispatch confirmation and any tracking information provided to follow their return delivery.

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