Auburn Moving & Storage Shares Tips When Packing Furniture for Moving
Before moving day arrives, homeowners need almost a whole week to pack their items. While small things like desk items and clothes are pretty easy to throw in a box, bulky items like wood furniture or even antique furniture require extra care and attention, something that an expert moving company in Orangevale can help with. With Auburn Moving & Storage, and the right packing materials and strategy, homeowners can protect their heavy furniture pieces and have peace of mind while on the road to their next adventure.
Gather All the Packing Supplies: Packing Tape, Bubble Wrap, Packing Paper, and More
When the time comes to start packing furniture for moving, it is essential to have the right supplies. To protect furniture and keep everything secure in the truck, gather these:
- Plastic wrap
- Moving blankets
- Furniture pads
- Permanent marker
- Utility knife
- Sealable plastic bags
Prepare Furniture by Disassembling
When it's time to pack furniture, it helps to disassemble certain items like dressers, bed frames, and tables. But don't just take them apart and throw them into a nearby box.
Keep pieces together by throwing screws for each piece in a plastic bag and putting this bag, along with the other disassembled parts, into a large box. Use the marker to label the box and plastic bags holding smaller components.
Wrapping Furniture Is Key
One of the most important packing tips anyone can receive is using shrink wrap and moving blankets to pad and wrap fragile items and bulky furniture.
When wrapping wooden furniture, use the blankets first, then plastic wrap.
The same goes for glass furniture, but property owners should be especially careful here. Use extra blankets and cardboard to protect the glass and prevent it from shattering while on the road.
For upholstered pieces, like sofas, use plastic or bubble wrap first, then a moving blanket. But for leather couches, do the opposite and put the blankets under the plastic.
Pack the Truck the Right Way
When moving furniture pieces into the moving truck, it's crucial to distribute the weight evenly. Put in large and bulky items first, then delicate objects like glass table tops or antiques. Use packing paper and bubble wrap to wrap furniture before loading it into the truck.
When the Auburn Moving & Storage movers arrive, they can help load up the truck in the most strategic and efficient way possible to make sure they protect furniture and keep everything secure while hitting the road. When homeowners need help packing furniture for moving, they call Auburn Moving & Storage at (916) 786-8683 or email info@auburnmoving.com.
