Whether you’re moving into a new home or apartment, you may not just be bringing small items such as clothes, but big, heavy furniture as well. Your furniture could get damaged during transportation if it isn’t wrapped properly.

You wouldn’t want to have broken furniture as a result of poor packaging, so make sure to use the right packing supplies and methods. Here’s a guide on how to wrap your furniture for moving:

Prepare Essential Packing Materials: Wrapping and Packing Supplies You Need for Your Furniture

To keep your furniture safe when moving, you should use the right supplies. Your furniture’s safety depends on it. Unlike most items, cardboard boxes and packing tape are not enough for your furniture. You may need more supplies, especially when you’re dealing with glass furniture.

Before you begin, make sure you have gathered all the necessary supplies, such as the following:

• Bubble wrap

• Plastic stretch wrap

• Moving blankets or furniture pads

• Corrugated cardboard sheets

• Sealable plastic bags

• Mattress bags for your mattress

• Permanent markers

Prepare Your Furniture: Clean Your Furniture First

Don’t wrap dusty furniture. Before you wrap your furniture, make sure to clean it first. Wipe out all the dust on the surfaces and do not forget to remove dust in hidden areas. Dust and debris can scratch your furniture while moving, so make sure to move clean furniture.

Additionally, cleaning your furniture first before wrapping it means that when you unwrap and use it for your new place, you will already have clean and tidy items. So, make sure to clean any food residue from furniture and do some spot cleaning if needed. Use mild furniture soap on wood surfaces and make sure to wipe glass clean.

Disassemble Your Furniture: Take the Furniture Apart

Disassembling your furniture is very important. This is so that they won’t get damaged during transportation. It is also easier to wrap and load furniture when it’s broken down into smaller pieces. So, remove legs from tables, take bed frames entirely apart, and remove cushions and legs of couches and chairs.

If it’s possible, dismantle your furniture completely. Refer to the manual on how to dismantle the furniture the right way and make sure to keep all screws and bolts in a sealable plastic bag. You can also take a photo of your furniture before it is disassembled so that you can have a reference when it’s time to reassemble the parts.

Wrapping Your Furniture

Take the time to carefully wrap all your furniture to keep it safe when moving. Here’s how to wrap your furniture.

Cover the Furniture with Moving Blankets or Furniture Pads

To protect your furniture, cover it with moving blankets. Moving blankets are not your average bedding. They are manufactured from heavy-duty cloth and designed to protect your furniture. They help prevent damage from bumps during the move. If you do not have moving blankets, you can use old blankets instead. Make sure to cover the entire furniture.

Use Plastic Wrap to Secure Your Furniture

To secure your furniture, seal it with plastic wrap. Plastic wrap is important, especially to protect fabric. It can also keep the blankets or pads in place. Wrap them around your furniture. For your sofa, start with one arm and go all the way around the sofa. This will prevent damage and dirt during moving day. Plastic wrap can also keep drawers shut during the move.

Add Cardboard on Corners and Secure with Packing Tape

After your furniture is wrapped, add pieces of cardboard to the corners for an added layer of protection. They can protect the corners of wooden furniture, such as a desk or dresser. You can also place a piece of cardboard over glass tabletops. Your furniture will definitely be protected by using corrugated cardboard. So, cover the corners with cardboard and secure with packing tape.

Use Bubble Wrap for Fragile Items

You have to be extra careful when dealing with fragile or breakable items. If you are worried about your wooden furniture getting scratched, you can add bubble wrap on top of the plastic wrap and then secure it with packing tape.

For furniture with glass, you can start by wrapping the entire glass surface in sheets of packing paper. Make sure not to put tape directly on the glass because this will be difficult to remove later on. You can then use pieces of cardboard to cover the glass and then cover it with bubble wrap for added protection.

Glass tabletops and furniture, mirrors, and unremovable wooden furniture legs benefit from bubble wrap, so make sure to cover them with this packing material.

Don’t Forget to Label the Wrapped Furniture

Once your furniture is wrapped, use a permanent marker and label it. Indicate the contents and which room the furniture belongs in. This will make things easier for you when you begin unpacking and organizing your new place.

Important Things to Remember When Moving Furniture

Wrapping your furniture properly is important to prevent it from getting damaged, but you should also take note of the following when moving your furniture:

Load Heavy Furniture First

Start with the heavy furniture first. The heaviest items should be placed on the moving truck first to help distribute the weight evenly. Place heavy items against the wall for easy access for loading and unloading.

Clear Doorways and Hallways

Make sure that your doorways and hallways are cleared before you transport your furniture. This will make it easier for you to move your furniture, and it will also protect your items. You wouldn’t want your furniture to hit other items, so clear the passage and make way for your furniture.

Prepare Essential Moving Tools and Equipment

Make sure you have the necessary tools and equipment for moving, such as furniture dollies, straps, and ropes. They will help protect your furniture when moving.

Ask for Help: Hire Professional Movers

Your furniture is precious, so you have to make sure they are wrapped properly for moving. Wrapping furniture, however, can be overwhelming, and to save time and energy, it is better to hire professional packers and movers. This is also the safest option, as a professional moving company has all the right tools and equipment for wrapping and moving your furniture.

With their experience and expertise, you can be assured that your furniture will be safe during your move. ARENA Storage offers professional moving services and can make your moving experience hassle-free. Contact us today!