Moving house can be a delicate operation, especially when furniture is involved. With an experienced, professional moving service, your furniture shouldn’t just arrive in one piece; it should arrive without any damage whatsoever.
Furniture is often among the most valuable items in a home and is the most likely to be knocked, dented or scratched on moving day.
Preparation starts with packing. Here is some advice to help you make sure everything gets to your new home in the same condition it left.
Disassemble large items
Bed frames, wardrobes, dining tables and desks are much easier and safer to move in pieces. Removing legs, shelves, doors and drawers reduces the risk of joints being strained or corners being damaged in narrow hallways and stairwells. Keep screws, bolts and fittings in labelled bags and tape them to the matching piece of furniture, so reassembly is quick and simple.
Use the right wrapping materials
Different surfaces need different protection. Thick moving blankets or furniture pads protect wooden surfaces from dents and scratches, while stretch wrap keeps drawers and doors closed and helps protect upholstery from dirt. Avoid wrapping wooden or leather furniture directly in plastic for long periods, as this can trap moisture.
Protect glass and fragile panels
Mirrors, glass tabletops and glazed cabinet doors need extra care. Where possible, remove glass panels and wrap them separately in bubble wrap or padding. Placing a cross of masking tape over large mirrors can help hold pieces together if they do break. Glass should travel upright, with padding on both sides.
Secure items in the vehicle
Even well-wrapped furniture can be damaged if it shifts during the journey. Heavier pieces should be loaded first and placed against the walls of the vehicle. Straps and blankets keep everything firmly in place, so nothing slides or topples when the vehicle goes around corners or over bumps.
Your items are in good hands with our packing service
Our packing service puts your mind at ease ahead of moving day.
Our team usually arrives the day before your move to pack and prepare your belongings, so everything is ready to load first thing the next morning.
