

{"id":3491,"date":"2023-09-30T22:06:59","date_gmt":"2023-09-30T12:36:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/?p=3491"},"modified":"2025-09-18T21:08:01","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T11:38:01","slug":"best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Ways For Moving Heavy Furniture"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation is essential if you&#8217;re wondering how to move heavy furniture on your own or with friends&#8217; assistance. Moving heavy furniture wrongly runs the danger of injuring yourself or someone involved and ruining expensive furniture like your sofa or dresser.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without a professional mover, you might be able to save money, but if you decide to do it yourself, make sure you do it correctly. To help you safely relocate your furniture and reduce avoidable mistakes, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Best Local Removalists\"><b>Best Local Removalists<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will stroll you through some crucial tips for moving heavy furniture. These methods will undoubtedly assist you in addressing the question of how to lift heavy furniture.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#Tips_For_Moving_Heavy_Furniture\" >Tips For Moving Heavy Furniture<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#1_Plan_for_Furniture_Move\" >1. Plan for Furniture Move<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#2_Prepare_and_Protect_Your_Furniture\" >2. Prepare and Protect Your Furniture\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#3_Disassemble_to_Cut_the_Weight\" >3. Disassemble to Cut the Weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#4_Slide_Instead_Of_Carrying\" >4. Slide Instead Of Carrying\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#5_Use_Dollies\" >5. Use Dollies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#6_Utilize_Straps\" >6. Utilize Straps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#7_Tilt_Tall_Furniture\" >7. Tilt Tall Furniture\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#Get_A_FREE_QUOTE\" >Get A FREE QUOTE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/blog\/best-ways-for-moving-heavy-furniture\/#Related_Articles\" >Related Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Moving_Heavy_Furniture\"><\/span><b>Tips For Moving Heavy Furniture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have trouble moving heavy furniture, read on to discover more about how to move heavy furniture items, helpful tools, and safeguard your possessions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Plan_for_Furniture_Move\"><\/span><b>1. Plan for Furniture Move<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before embarking on the task of moving heavy furniture, take time to strategize your approach. Begin by measuring the dimensions of the <a href=\"https:\/\/adelaidemoverspackers.com.au\/services\/furniture-removalists-adelaide\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">furniture<\/a> item. Then, compare these measurements to the dimensions of doorways, hallways, or any narrow passages the furniture will need to traverse. If it becomes evident that a doorway is too small for the furniture, consider options like temporarily removing the door from its hinges or taking out the stop molding that surrounds the inside of the door jamb. These adjustments will create extra space and facilitate a smoother move.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Prepare_and_Protect_Your_Furniture\"><\/span><b>2. Prepare and Protect Your Furniture\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Properly preparing your furniture is essential to ensure a safe and damage-free move. So start by wrapping large furniture items in moving blankets. Following this, use stretch wrap to tightly secure the blankets in place and reinforce the wrapping with strong tape. These moving blankets serve a dual purpose: they protect your furniture from scratches and dings while also acting as a cushion to prevent any potential damage to doors, walls, and floors during the move. Moreover, the wrapped furniture offers an improved grip surface, making it easier to handle and transport. This careful preparation is key to a successful and stress-free<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/services\/furniture-removalists-adelaide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Furniture Relocation\"> furniture relocation<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Disassemble_to_Cut_the_Weight\"><\/span><b>3. Disassemble to Cut the Weight<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For smoother navigation through doors and rooms, consider removing any detachable elements from your furniture, particularly any oddly shaped pieces that extend from the main item. These components can be taken off and packed separately for easier handling during the move. Be sure to name them so you can recall which pieces go with certain pieces of furniture!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can simply name the components you remove so there is no confusion when you reassemble them. Any screws, nuts, and bolts should be kept separately and labeled clearly in a plastic bag or container before being attached to respective furniture components. In this manner, you won&#8217;t have to stress about changing a misplaced screw or attachment when you get to your new location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Slide_Instead_Of_Carrying\"><\/span><b>4. Slide Instead Of Carrying\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The manual labor required to slide furniture is substantially less than to lift it, which also means there is a lower chance of harm. Square or circular discs with a slidable bottom surface are what are known as furniture sliders in the commercial world and should be positioned under the furniture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are available in the market as well as on the online platforms. As an alternative, you may create furniture sliders out of a huge moving blanket, a bed sheet, carpet, glossy magazines, and plastic frisbees.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Use_Dollies\"><\/span><b>5. Use Dollies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furniture dollies are inexpensive and remarkably useful during the <\/span>furniture move<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They frequently consist of only a wooden rectangle on wheels. Lift your bulky furniture, then place it on the dolly with the flattest surface in the center. When using a dolly for moving heavy furniture<\/span><b>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> two people are often needed: one pushes while the other steers in front, keeping an eye out for any obstacles. Take it slow, don&#8217;t move too hastily, and watch out for floor slopes. Make sure your object doesn&#8217;t roll or tip over.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Utilize_Straps\"><\/span><b>6. Utilize Straps<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straps assist in moving heavy furniture by uniformly spreading the force over your main muscle groups and providing better lifting force. They are made out of a single strap with carrying handles or loops on either end that you can wrap around the bottom of the piece of furniture. Smaller things can be lifted by one person using a lifting strap, but two persons are normally needed to raise big furniture, each with their own lifting strap.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Tilt_Tall_Furniture\"><\/span><b>7. Tilt Tall Furniture\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furniture that is tall and top-heavy (such as file cabinets, dressers, and shelving units) can be difficult to keep upright. However, tilting these objects at an angle will balance their weight and make them simpler to carry. Tip the object back with the help of two persons, one holding the top and the other the bottom. Since the angle you&#8217;re carrying the furniture will nearly match the slope of the staircase, this method is very useful for traveling up and down stairs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Note: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are thinking about<\/span> how to move heavy furniture yourself<b>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is usually beneficial to have a second person to aid, support, and stabilize.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><b>Summary<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving heavy furniture can be a challenging task, but with careful planning and the right techniques, you can make it easier and safer. By following these tips for moving heavy furniture, you can ensure a successful and stress-free move of your heavy furniture, safeguarding both your well-being and your cherished possessions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, certain less cumbersome heavy pieces of furniture may be moved from one room to another using sliders and dollies, but not all. So, why not check out what <\/span>Best Local Removalists <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can do for you if you&#8217;re moving heavy furniture? Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bestlocalremovalists.com.au\/services\/furniture-removalists-adelaide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Furniture Movers In Adelaide\"><b>furniture movers in Adelaide <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will make your move smooth and easy. 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