DIY Home Moving Guide: How To Package, Lift & Transport Your Heavy Sofa
A DIY move is not the time to be flexing your muscles. Just because you frequent the gym regularly does not mean you can carry your sofa down three flights of stairs one-handed.
I can assure you that any attempt to do so will spell disaster: I'm talking pulled back muscles, sprained wrists, ripped carpets, and scratched walls.
Moving a sofa may seem like a simple task but it is often more challenging than you think. Before you cause any serious damage, check out these tips from Movers.com.
The guide recommends detaching any removal components, such as legs, cushions and armrests, to make the moving process easier.
Disassembling your couch ensures it is compact enough to fit through doorways and hallways, explains the guide.
It might be a good idea to rent a furniture dolly designed to transport heavy items quickly and easily, says Movers.com.
Another step of the preparation process is to pack and secure your couch with bubble wrap, moving blankets and packing tape.
Go to https://www.movers.com/ to find out more.