If you’re like most people, you probably don’t have a lot of experience packing up an entire dining room for a move. But don’t worry! With a little bit of careful planning and some elbow grease, you can get the job done in no time.
The first thing you need to do is decide what items you’re going to take with you and what you’re going to leave behind. If you have any sentimental items that you can’t bear to part with, pack them up carefully and make sure they’re clearly labeled. Once you’ve got that figured out, it’s time to start packing up your dishes and glassware.
If possible, try to use dishpack boxes specifically designed for moving. These boxes are sturdy and have dividers that will keep your dishes from shifting during transit. Pack your glasses and other breakable items in bubble wrap or packing paper for extra protection.
Finally, don’t forget to label all of your boxes clearly so that unpacking will be a breeze!
To move a dining room table, it is easiest to take the legs off and then bolt or screw them back on at the new location. Tape the hardware, in a re-sealable plastic bag, under the table. Wrap the legs in bubble wrap for added protection. Remove the table leaf and wrap it in a moving blanket, using tape to secure the blanket to the leaf.
To protect your table top, first wrap it in moving pads. If it is made of glass, you should cover it in bubble wrap before adding the moving pads. You may also want to use cardboard to protect the corners of the table.
To protect your wooden tabletop during a move, wrap it in moving blankets and then shrink wrap the entire piece. Be sure to cover the edges and corners well, as these are the most vulnerable areas.
If you’re moving heavy furniture upstairs or down, a hand truck will be your best bet. You can also use a 4-wheel dolly or appliance dolly, but make sure the item is balanced on the dolly and strapped in using any lifting straps or tie down straps.
Clean the chair legs, seat, back and bottom of the chair base. Let the chairs dry before putting them away. Put moving blankets around the chairs to keep them from getting hurt during the move.
To protect your table while moving, fold large pieces of corrugated cardboard around the edges and corners. Cover the tabletop with moving blankets, overlapping them by about one foot.
To avoid scratches or damage, use a protective covering but avoid plastic which can cause condensation and swelling of the wood. Use cloths, furniture pads, and moving blankets to shield the wood from light, moisture, and dust.
If you’re moving furniture items yourself, you’re going to need to prep everything first. To do so, we recommend wrapping furniture parts in plastic wrap. This clingy, tear-resistant material protects furniture and other items while in transit. You can also use moving blankets for an extra layer of protection.
Wrap the tabletop in a moving blanket and secure it with tape, taking care not to let the tape adhere to the tabletop. If you have a glass tabletop, wrap the entire glass top in paper, secure the paper with tape, then wrap in bubble wrap. Bubble wrap can leave marks if it makes direct contact with glass.
To protect delicate wood pieces, use bubble wrap. To protect upholstered items, use plastic wrap or specially designed plastic sofa covers. In a pinch, old blankets or packing blankets will work. To protect wooden pieces from each other, use corrugated cardboard sheets.
To secure your chairs for shipping, wrap each one in a mover’s blanket and secure it with box sealing tape. If possible, remove the legs and wrap them individually in bubble or foam packaging. Place them in a clearly marked shipping box along with the hardware.
Try placing a towel or piece of cardboard under your furniture’s legs instead of lifting the piece. You can slide the material underneath the legs by slightly rocking the furniture forward or backwards. This will make it easier to move the furniture across the room.
Use the muscles in your head to figure out how to lift heavy objects with straps that go around your shoulders and legs. This will take the strain off of your back and allow you to use your hands to maneuver awkward items.
A few items not to pack in a pod are: jewelry, furs, firearms, computer programs, antiques, collectibles, credit cards and certain other invaluable and irreplaceable items.
PODS’ 16’x8’ container is the largest and most popular size for local and long-distance moves as well as storage, holding the contents for up to a 1,200 square foot space. This size is perfect for contents from a 1 to 2-bedroom apartment or small home (3 to 4 rooms).
To store screws or small pieces, put them in a resealable bag. To wrap the tabletop, first put a moving blanket over it and secure it with tape. Be careful not to let the tape stick to the tabletop. If you have a glass tabletop, wrap the whole glass top in paper, then secure the paper with tape. Finally, wrap it in bubble wrap.
To protect your tables while storing them long term, use a soft blanket or cloth to wrap the table and secure the cloth with packing tape. While bubble or plastic wrap also helps protect your tables, if you have wood tables, the wrap may trap in moisture that could warp the surface.
When storing the table, keep it disassembled to avoid putting any unnecessary strain on the legs of the table. Additionally, it is important to keep the table and chairs wrapped during storage to prevent dust and dirt from settling on the table.
To clean wooden pieces, especially antiques, use a wood cleaner like Murphy Oil Soap to protect the existing finish on the wood. To clean fabric items like couches or seat cushions, use fabric or upholstery cleaner. Make sure everything is completely dry before you start packing it up.
Let the table dry before placing it into storage. Protect the top of the table with a moving blanket- Place a thick blanket on the floor and place the table upside down on top of the blanket. This will help to protect the top of the table from scratches.
Before placing wood furniture on concrete, you should lay down plastic or a dropcloth. This will prevent the wood from absorbing moisture from the concrete, which can damage the furniture.
Use old sheets, blankets, drop cloths or plastic wrap to cover the pieces and protect them from dust and moisture. Make sure not to use thick plastic covers that will seal in moisture because that can create condensation and the furniture would eventually swell. t will seal in moisture because that can create condensation and the furniture would eventually swell.
Author: Jay Baxter
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