Two movers wrapping a chair in plastic

Protecting your furniture is one of the most important parts of preparing to move. Since furniture pieces are investments, they need to be handled properly to avoid any damage during your upcoming move. As you move, your furniture should be protected against weather, debris, and other forms of damage. That's why there are easy steps you can take to help move your furniture safely.

1. Prepare Your Furniture

Make sure you have a plan before wrapping up your furniture. Disassemble pieces by removing dresser drawers, separating bed frames, and tying electronic wires together so that they will be lighter and easier to carry. As you disassemble furniture, take pictures so you know exactly how to put them back together. You should also keep small nails, screws, and other pieces together. Try putting these pieces in a plastic bag and labeling them for stress-free reassembly.

2. Wrap Furniture Correctly

Before you move your furniture, make sure it is properly wrapped. There are various materials you can buy to protect all sorts of furniture pieces. Try layering various materials for added protection. Some popular wrapping methods include:

  • Using Plastic Stretch Wrap to Protect Large Furniture and Secure Removable Parts
  • Adding Corner Protectors to Prevent Delicate Wood and Glass Pieces
  • Placing Cardboard Between Furniture and Glass
  • Layering Bubble Wrap to Act as a Cushion
  • Placing Heavy-Duty Moving Blankets on Top of Furniture to Prevent Scratches
  • Utilizing Specialty Crating for Fragile Items Like Fine Art

3. Use Moving Equipment

Don’t try to lift all your heavy furniture by yourself. You can easily rent moving equipment from local moving companies or hardware stores. Some helpful tools include:

  • Wheel Dollies
  • Moving Straps
  • Trailers
  • Ramps
  • Lifts

Receive Professional Furniture Protection Assistance from a Local Moving Company

Behrens Moving and Storage Company is a local Southeast Wisconsin moving and storage company. For over 90 years, we’ve helped residents and business owners move efficiently throughout the world. For an easy way to protect your furniture, just call our team to handle it all. We can take care of your entire move with secure furniture wrapping and long-term furniture storage. Get started with a free moving quote by completing our online form!