Take out the tools — it’s time to take down your furniture! Dismantling your furniture before your move sounds like a big job when you already have so many other things to do, but this is definitely a must if you have any bulky furniture that needs transporting.
Dismantling your furniture will decrease the chances of your furniture getting damaged during the move. You can also save on costs if you do it yourself, especially when using an affordable furniture removal company.
Not only do you save space and allow you to fit more in at a better deal, but you also save money on the furniture disassembly fee from your furniture removal company if you do it yourself.
While it seems like a no-brainer, it can be a bit tricky! Find out everything you need to know about how to dismantle furniture before a move and more below.
Dismantling your furniture is no easy task, but it’s exponentially easier if you know the best tips and tricks. Here are some tips to help you save time, money and energy!
Dust off your tape measure, you’ve got some work to do! Measure the dimensions of your bulky furniture that you think might need to be dismantled, then measure the doorways of both your old and new home.
Anything too big to fit through will need to be dismantled. You then also don’t have to waste any time dismantling furniture items that actually can fit and are not at risk of getting damaged.
You can also let your moving company know in advance in case they need to make any other plans to get furniture items into your new home.
DIY doesn’t mean you have to do it entirely on your own. Before you get stuck into (or under) dismantling your furniture, call up a friend to give you a hand. Some of the furniture may require two people, plus it will save you loads of time and energy.
You can even contact your movers to see if they offer any dismantling assistance free of charge to give you some professional help.
Before you start pulling things apart, first give the instruction manual a quick read-through. Especially with more complex pieces of furniture or items that need to be taken apart in a specific order.
If you can’t find the instruction manual, you should be able to look it up online if you know the model or make of the piece of furniture.
You don’t want to be reaching with one hand for tools that aren’t there while the other hand is trying to keep a couch from falling on your toes. So make sure that you’ve gathered every tool that you’ll need before getting started.
This includes tools like the right screwdrivers for screws, a wrench for nuts and bolts, and possibly a small hammer and pliers. Don’t forget to get any packaging supplies on hand, such as moving boxes, bubble wrap and furniture blankets.
The last thing you want is to take out some screws and not remember where they went, so it's necessary to set up an organising system beforehand. The best way to do it is with some Ziploc bags and a marker.
Separate different sets of screws and bolts for each item into a small Ziploc bag and label it with the marker so that you know exactly where it goes when you need to put it back together.
Now that you have everything you need ready, you can start dismantling furniture! Here are some pointers on how to dismantle some common furniture items. While most furniture items vary, the basics should still apply.
Dismantling your furniture might take some work, but it’s so worth it when you consider the money and potential damage you’re saving. So put on your favourite music, invite over a friend and make a day of it! Plus, by following these simple tips on how to dismantle your furniture, you’ll save both time and energy.
If you’re not keen on doing it yourself, ask your movers to send some extra help to get the job done professionally.
Need an affordable furniture removal company that will treat your furniture as if it were their own? Spread across South Africa, Wise Move offers an affordable, seamless experience with every one of our teams equipped to make your furniture removals process quick, efficient and safe.
Never waste time again on endless calls, negotiations and emails. Next time you need furniture removals, make the wise move with Wise Move!
We built Wise Move to make a quick and easy connection between customers and moving professionals – our platform is the stepping stone to make removals easier and more streamlined than ever before, and it all starts with one click. We’re dedicated to connecting customers with the best, most efficient and most cost-effective movers in South Africa, both at a local and at a national level.
Please notify us of any violations. This information will be kept confidential and shared only with Wise Move.
