How to Move Furniture Safely

1. How to Prepare Furniture for Moving

• Empty drawers and cabinets
• Remove loose items
• Protect doors and hardware
• Measure large pieces
• Clear the moving path

2. How to Measure Furniture Before Moving

• Furniture height
• Width
• Depth
• Doorways
• Hallways
• Stairways
• Elevators

This is especially useful for searches around “how to get furniture through a doorway.”

3. How to Move Heavy Furniture

• Multiple people
• Dollies
• Furniture pads
• Straps
• Professional movers

4. How to Move Furniture Through a Doorway

• What if the furniture doesn't fit?
• Should you remove doors?
• Can furniture be tilted?
• What if the hallway is too narrow?
• What if there's a sharp corner?

5. How to Move Furniture Up or Down Stairs

• Stair width
• Landings
• Railings
• Turns
• Weight distribution
• Protecting walls and floors

6. How to Protect Furniture During a Move

• Moving blankets
• Stretch wrap
• Corner protection
• Floor protection
• Proper securing

7. Should Furniture Be Disassembled?

• Bed frames
• Tables
• Shelving
• Desks
• Large sectional pieces

Also explain that not every piece should be disassembled.

8. How to Move Furniture From One Room to Another

This is an interesting one because people don't always need a complete move.

Examples:

• Moving a sofa upstairs
• Rearranging heavy furniture
• Moving furniture between rooms
• Moving furniture into a garage
• Moving furniture into storage

9. How to Move Furniture Into a Storage Unit

• Protecting furniture
• Creating an aisle
• Loading heavier items first
• Keeping frequently needed items accessible
• Securing furniture

10. When Should You Hire Professional Furniture Movers?

Recommend considering professional help when furniture is:

• Extremely heavy
• Oversized
• Difficult to maneuver
• Going up/down stairs
• Going through narrow spaces
• Valuable or fragile
• Being moved long distances
• Likely to require several people

Can movers move just one piece of furniture?

Yes. A moving company may be able to move a single piece of furniture without moving an entire household. This can include a sofa, bed, table, dresser, appliance, safe, or other large item.

Single-item furniture moves can be useful when you're buying or selling furniture, rearranging a home, moving an item into storage, or transporting a large piece between locations. The cost can depend on the item's size and weight, the number of movers required, stairs, distance, access, and other factors.

For a single large or heavy item, provide the moving company with the item's dimensions, approximate weight if known, pickup and delivery locations, and information about stairs, elevators, doorways, or other access issues.

How do you move a couch through a narrow doorway?

Moving a couch through a narrow doorway starts with measuring both the couch and the available opening.

Before attempting to move it:

1. Measure the couch's height, width, and depth.
2. Measure the doorway and hallway.
3. Remove cushions and other removable parts.
4. Check whether the legs can be removed.
5. Protect the couch and surrounding walls.
6. Determine which direction the couch can be safely tilted or rotated.

Sometimes a couch can fit through a doorway by turning it vertically or angling it through the opening. However, forcing a couch through a space that is too small can damage the furniture, walls, doors, or flooring.

If the couch is particularly large or heavy, professional movers can assess the route and determine the safest way to maneuver it.

How do you move heavy furniture upstairs?

Heavy furniture should be moved upstairs carefully because stairs create additional risks for both people and property.

The process may require multiple movers, proper lifting techniques, furniture pads, straps, and specialized moving equipment. Before moving the item, the crew should consider the furniture's size and weight, stair width, turns, landings, railings, ceiling height, and the condition of the stairs.

Don't attempt to move extremely heavy furniture upstairs by yourself simply because the item appears manageable. A poorly controlled piece can cause serious injuries or damage to the furniture, walls, floors, or stairs.

For unusually heavy or oversized furniture, professional movers can determine what equipment and crew size are appropriate for the job.

Can movers move furniture between rooms?

Yes, movers may be able to move furniture from one room to another without moving the entire home.

For example, you may need help:

• Moving a sofa upstairs
• Relocating a bedroom set
• Moving a heavy table
• Rearranging furniture
• Moving furniture from a garage into the house
• Moving furniture into a different room

The difficulty can depend on the furniture's size and weight and the route between the rooms. Stairs, narrow hallways, doorways, and tight corners can make an otherwise simple furniture move more complicated.

Can movers disassemble and reassemble furniture?

Many types of furniture can be disassembled before moving and reassembled afterward when appropriate.

This can include items such as:

• Bed frames
• Tables
• Desks
• Shelving
• Certain cabinets
• Sectional furniture

Disassembly can make large furniture easier to move through doorways, hallways, elevators, and stairs.

However, not every piece of furniture should be disassembled. Some pieces may have delicate connections, specialized hardware, or construction that makes disassembly undesirable.

If you're requesting this service, tell the moving company what furniture needs to be disassembled so they can determine what is appropriate for the move.

How do you protect furniture during a move?

Furniture can be protected by using appropriate padding, wrapping, and handling techniques.

Depending on the furniture, protection may include:

• Moving blankets
• Furniture pads
• Stretch wrap
• Corner protection
• Protective wrapping for glass
• Floor protection
• Doorway and wall protection
• Properly securing furniture during transportation

Furniture should also be handled carefully when moving through doorways, hallways, stairs, and elevators.

Before the move, identify furniture that is particularly valuable, fragile, newly purchased, or easily scratched so the movers can understand which items require additional attention.

Can movers move furniture into storage?

Yes, moving companies may provide services for moving furniture and other belongings into storage.

A storage move can involve:

Home → Storage: Movers load furniture and belongings at your home and transport them to a storage facility.

Storage → Home: Movers retrieve your belongings and deliver them to your home.

Storage → Storage: Furniture and other belongings can sometimes be moved between storage locations.

When planning a storage move, consider the size of the storage unit, access hours, elevator availability, parking, loading areas, and the amount of furniture being moved.

If you're storing furniture for an extended period, protect items appropriately and avoid placing heavy objects where they could damage more delicate furniture.

What if my furniture won't fit through the door?

Don't force it.

If a piece of furniture won't fit through the doorway, first determine whether the problem is the doorway, the furniture's dimensions, or the angle at which the item is being moved.

Possible solutions may include:

• Removing cushions or removable components
• Removing furniture legs
• Disassembling the furniture when appropriate
• Changing the angle of the furniture
• Using another doorway
• Using a garage or larger entrance
• Moving the item through another accessible route

In some situations, the furniture simply cannot safely fit through the available opening.

Professional movers can evaluate the furniture and the available route before attempting a difficult maneuver.

How many movers are needed for heavy furniture?

There isn't one number that applies to every piece of heavy furniture.

The appropriate crew size depends on:

• Weight
• Size
• Shape
• How easily the item can be gripped
• Stairs
• Distance it must be carried
• Doorways and hallways
• Elevators
• Whether specialized equipment is required

A heavy but compact item may require a different approach than a large, awkward piece of furniture.

The goal should not simply be to use the minimum number of people possible. The furniture and moving route should be evaluated so the job can be performed safely and efficiently.

Can movers move furniture without moving the entire house?

Yes. A full household move isn't always necessary.

You may only need help moving specific furniture, such as:

• One sofa
• A bedroom set
• A dining table
• A large appliance
• Heavy exercise equipment
• Furniture going into storage
• Furniture being moved between rooms
• Furniture being delivered to another location

This type of service can be particularly useful when you're rearranging a home, purchasing or selling furniture, preparing a property, or dealing with a large item that you cannot safely move yourself.

For MOVE IT ALL, customers can call or text 407-750-2323 for a free moving estimate. Provide the furniture type, pickup and destination, approximate dimensions, and any stairs or access restrictions so the job can be evaluated accurately.

Can movers move just one piece of furniture?

Yes. A moving company may be able to move a single piece of furniture without moving an entire household. This can include a sofa, bed, table, dresser, appliance, safe, or other large item.

Single-item furniture moves can be useful when you're buying or selling furniture, rearranging a home, moving an item into storage, or transporting a large piece between locations. The cost can depend on the item's size and weight, the number of movers required, stairs, distance, access, and other factors.

For a single large or heavy item, provide the moving company with the item's dimensions, approximate weight if known, pickup and delivery locations, and information about stairs, elevators, doorways, or other access issues.

How do you move a couch through a narrow doorway?

Moving a couch through a narrow doorway starts with measuring both the couch and the available opening.

Before attempting to move it:

1. Measure the couch's height, width, and depth.
2. Measure the doorway and hallway.
3. Remove cushions and other removable parts.
4. Check whether the legs can be removed.
5. Protect the couch and surrounding walls.
6. Determine which direction the couch can be safely tilted or rotated.

Sometimes a couch can fit through a doorway by turning it vertically or angling it through the opening. However, forcing a couch through a space that is too small can damage the furniture, walls, doors, or flooring.

If the couch is particularly large or heavy, professional movers can assess the route and determine the safest way to maneuver it.

How do you move heavy furniture upstairs?

Heavy furniture should be moved upstairs carefully because stairs create additional risks for both people and property.

The process may require multiple movers, proper lifting techniques, furniture pads, straps, and specialized moving equipment. Before moving the item, the crew should consider the furniture's size and weight, stair width, turns, landings, railings, ceiling height, and the condition of the stairs.

Don't attempt to move extremely heavy furniture upstairs by yourself simply because the item appears manageable. A poorly controlled piece can cause serious injuries or damage to the furniture, walls, floors, or stairs.

For unusually heavy or oversized furniture, professional movers can determine what equipment and crew size are appropriate for the job.

Can movers move furniture between rooms?

Yes, movers may be able to move furniture from one room to another without moving the entire home.

For example, you may need help:

• Moving a sofa upstairs
• Relocating a bedroom set
• Moving a heavy table
• Rearranging furniture
• Moving furniture from a garage into the house
• Moving furniture into a different room

The difficulty can depend on the furniture's size and weight and the route between the rooms. Stairs, narrow hallways, doorways, and tight corners can make an otherwise simple furniture move more complicated.

Can movers disassemble and reassemble furniture?

Many types of furniture can be disassembled before moving and reassembled afterward when appropriate.

This can include items such as:

• Bed frames
• Tables
• Desks
• Shelving
• Certain cabinets
• Sectional furniture

Disassembly can make large furniture easier to move through doorways, hallways, elevators, and stairs.

However, not every piece of furniture should be disassembled. Some pieces may have delicate connections, specialized hardware, or construction that makes disassembly undesirable.

If you're requesting this service, tell the moving company what furniture needs to be disassembled so they can determine what is appropriate for the move.

How do you protect furniture during a move?

Furniture can be protected by using appropriate padding, wrapping, and handling techniques.

Depending on the furniture, protection may include:

• Moving blankets
• Furniture pads
• Stretch wrap
• Corner protection
• Protective wrapping for glass
• Floor protection
• Doorway and wall protection
• Properly securing furniture during transportation

Furniture should also be handled carefully when moving through doorways, hallways, stairs, and elevators.

Before the move, identify furniture that is particularly valuable, fragile, newly purchased, or easily scratched so the movers can understand which items require additional attention.

Can movers move furniture into storage?

Yes, moving companies may provide services for moving furniture and other belongings into storage.

A storage move can involve:

Home → Storage: Movers load furniture and belongings at your home and transport them to a storage facility.

Storage → Home: Movers retrieve your belongings and deliver them to your home.

Storage → Storage: Furniture and other belongings can sometimes be moved between storage locations.

When planning a storage move, consider the size of the storage unit, access hours, elevator availability, parking, loading areas, and the amount of furniture being moved.

If you're storing furniture for an extended period, protect items appropriately and avoid placing heavy objects where they could damage more delicate furniture.

What if my furniture won't fit through the door?

Don't force it.

If a piece of furniture won't fit through the doorway, first determine whether the problem is the doorway, the furniture's dimensions, or the angle at which the item is being moved.

Possible solutions may include:

• Removing cushions or removable components
• Removing furniture legs
• Disassembling the furniture when appropriate
• Changing the angle of the furniture
• Using another doorway
• Using a garage or larger entrance
• Moving the item through another accessible route

In some situations, the furniture simply cannot safely fit through the available opening.

Professional movers can evaluate the furniture and the available route before attempting a difficult maneuver.

How many movers are needed for heavy furniture?

There isn't one number that applies to every piece of heavy furniture.

The appropriate crew size depends on:

• Weight
• Size
• Shape
• How easily the item can be gripped
• Stairs
• Distance it must be carried
• Doorways and hallways
• Elevators
• Whether specialized equipment is required

A heavy but compact item may require a different approach than a large, awkward piece of furniture.

The goal should not simply be to use the minimum number of people possible. The furniture and moving route should be evaluated so the job can be performed safely and efficiently.

Can movers move furniture without moving the entire house?

Yes. A full household move isn't always necessary.

You may only need help moving specific furniture, such as:

• One sofa
• A bedroom set
• A dining table
• A large appliance
• Heavy exercise equipment
• Furniture going into storage
• Furniture being moved between rooms
• Furniture being delivered to another location

This type of service can be particularly useful when you're rearranging a home, purchasing or selling furniture, preparing a property, or dealing with a large item that you cannot safely move yourself.

For MOVE IT ALL, customers can call or text 407-750-2323 for a free moving estimate. Provide the furniture type, pickup and destination, approximate dimensions, and any stairs or access restrictions so the job can be evaluated accurately.