Are you moving house or organising some furniture deliveries in the local area? Then you may need to take some extra precautions to make sure that everything makes it in one piece.
Whether you’re delivering sofas to a customer or moving your dining room table, these little tips can help you to make it a success.
1. Take Out Anything From Inside
If you’re moving a cupboard or chest of drawers then removing anything from inside can help to make it lighter and easier to move. If the contents are light and well-packed however, then leaving them inside can help to save you time and space when it comes to your packing. If the things would not be secure inside then it is definitely best to remove them and pack them in a separate box. This way you can make sure that they are securely wrapped and that they won’t get damaged or cause any damage themselves during the move.
2. Secure Any Drawers or Doors
If you’ve never moved furniture before then you might not think about securing any cupboard doors or drawers. However, when you’re moving furniture, doors swinging open and drawers falling out is definitely not ideal. That is why you should make sure that all furniture pieces are well-secured before you start to move them. This not only makes moving them less of a health and safety hazard but it also makes them much more likely to remain undamaged during the move.
3. Protect The Corners
If you are moving a piece of furniture that has sharp corners that might get chipped or scratched during the move then it is definitely a good idea to get some protective corner pieces. Many removal companies have these on sale, though using some bubble wrap can often have the same effect.
4. Use Cellophane Wrap
When furniture gets moved it can often end up being damaged in transit. Sofas can get dusty and wooden furniture can get damp. Using a cellophane wrap to protect your furniture can be a cost-effective way of keeping things clean and dry and can stop you from having any high replacement costs at the other end. If you’re a business that makes local furniture deliveries then this sort of wrap is an essential piece of your packing materials and can stop all sorts of furniture from being ripped, scratched or damaged in-transit.
5. Keep Parts Clearly Labelled
When you’re moving house, sometimes it can be easier to take some furniture apart rather than moving it in one piece. However, if you do this it is important that you remember exactly what parts are for what and where they go. So, if you do decide to take the legs of your dining room table make sure you label the screws and bolts clearly so that you can put it back together ASAP at the other end.
Remember that you don’t have to hire a professional removal company to help you with your furniture removals and that doing it yourself can save you a lot of money in some circumstances. For the best results, remember to protect your tables, sofas, cupboards and drawers well before taking your time to get things on the van. If you’re worried about how you’re going to get something downstairs then take some time to plan a route first. There’s no point in securing your furniture before getting it stuck half way down the stairs!
