Whether you are relocating to a new place or just want to rearrange your living or work space, moving heavy furniture can be a tough task, especially if you are by yourself without any support. It is important to know the basic steps of moving heavy furniture by yourself to avoid any inconveniences, damages, or injuries. We are providing you with a few tips below to help make this process go as smoothly as possible for you.

  1. Make sure there are no obstacles in your way before you begin the process. Paint a clear picture of the pathway you are going to use to move your furniture in your head. Additionally, make sure there are no pets or kids nearby to ensure a safe moving process.
  2. Dress comfortably for a better range of motion when moving. Do not wear clothing that is too tight to prevent any rips and splits. Instead, wear something comfortable, breathable, and suitable for lifting and moving heavy objects. Wear closed-toed shoes to prevent hurting your feet if you accidentally drop an object.
  3. Protect your furniture to avoid damaging or denting your object or space. Cover the object with plastic or bubble wrap or you can even use old blankets or bed sheets to save your furniture from damages. To avoid scraping the floor place furniture pads on the bottom of the objects.
  4. Make sure you have all the necessary equipment for the move instead of only relying on yourself. Dollies are great for moving heavy stuff as they allow you to freely move the object to the right location after placing in on the dolly. Moving objects on wheels is definitely much faster and secure than using body force. If you have to move furniture up or down the stairs, prepare some ramps for an easier move. Using ramps is definitely much more secure than lifting heavy objects by yourself. Additionally make sure to wear work gloves to prevent any injuries, in case the furniture you are moving contains any sharp edges or parts. Gloves can also protect the dirt and oil from your hands from transferring to the objects, especially if they are a light color.
  5. To prevent body injuries, ensure that you stretch before starting the move. Because relocating furniture engages all muscles, it is just like a full body workout. If you start without properly preparing and warming up your body, you could be in danger of pulling or straining a muscle. In order to prevent it, stretch your back, legs, arms, neck, and shoulders. Don’t worry if your body feels sore at the end of the process. Getting plenty of rest, taking a warm bath, or even a massage can all help with the muscle pain.

Now you know some common techniques used to help your move run smoothly and safely. In any case, even if you are following all the tips above, get some extra help if possible. Plan correctly, prepare your space and body, secure your objects, use the correct equipment and relocating your furniture will be definitely easier than you expected!