One of the hardest parts of moving is moving furniture. That is because furniture can be heavy and sometimes oddly shaped so it can be tricky moving it onto the removal van. Sometimes if it is not done properly, it can also often lead to damages. People can also get hurt in the process. For that reason, it is absolutely vital that you get it right and if you don’t want to or can’t afford to use a professional removals company, make sure you don’t skip any of these steps – they are going to help you no end the next time you need to move your furniture.
Take it all apart
To start off, instead of having to carry full pieces of furniture which can be very heavy and hard to move around, disassemble any furniture that can be disassembled. Take everything apart that you can and it will make a huge difference when you move your furniture. But don’t forget to keep it all organized. Place the pieces of each furniture item in a separate box so none of the bits get lost. If that happens, you’ve literally lost a piece of your furniture.
So stay organized and make sure the parts are all in one place.
Get materials
When moving your furniture, it can cause damages to your furniture. It can often get scratched if you accidently bump into a wall. There are lots of ways it can get damaged. To prevent that from happening, get hold of some high quality furniture packing materials so you can wrap some of your furniture up to get it safe from scratches and scrapes. The last thing you want is to have your furniture getting ruined during your removals. Invest in packing items and it will be a very wise investment.
Two pairs of hands are better than one
As the old saying goes, two pairs of hands are better than one, so instead of trying to cope with it all on your own, lifting heavy furniture singlehandedly, ask for the help of others. Whether you choose to hire professionals or ask for help from friends, as long as you aren’t lifting and carrying it all alone, every little bit of help counts – a lot! There are going to be some pieces of furniture that you are unable to disassemble which means they’ll have to be carried. Ask for help and make sure you have a group of people carrying furniture back and forth.
Empty the interior
Yes, it might sound obvious but you would not believe how many people leave a furniture’s inner belongings inside whilst moving furniture. Make sure you empty all of your furniture belongings. For instance, if you have a bookshelf, clear off all the books or if you have a cabinet, clear out its insides. Whilst you move your furniture during the relocation, you want to make sure your furniture is as light as possible. Plus, it will save anything from getting damaged.
Seek professional help when needed
If you have very valuable furniture that you don’t want to risk getting damaged or you’re struggling to move, don’t hesitate to hire a professional moving company for furniture removals. Yes, it’s going to cost you money but it is going to be a great deal cheaper than it will be if your furniture gets damaged. Think of it as a good investment. Just do your research, read reviews and make sure you choose a good company. You don’t have to do it all on your own.
