How To: Packing and Moving Drawers

Moving to a new home is an adventure filled with excitement and anticipation. However, the process of packing and transporting your belongings, especially bulky furniture like dressers, can be daunting. We're going to tackle some of the worst items one by one to ease your moving experience. Today, Hampson Mealey brings you an informative guide on how to efficiently pack and move your dresser, ensuring its safety and integrity during the transition.

Understanding the Challenges of Moving Dressers

Dressers, with their size and often heavy contents, pose a unique challenge during moving. The risk of damage to the dresser or its contents, and the potential for personal injury, are significant concerns. The key lies in deciding whether to empty the drawers or not, a decision that depends on the dresser's sturdiness, contents, and your moving resources.

Step-by-Step Guide to Packing and Moving Your Dresser

1. Assess Your Dresser's Condition and Contents
   

   • For sturdy, well-built dressers, you may leave the drawers filled, especially if they contain lightweight items like clothing or bedding.
   • Fragile, old, or antique dressers should be emptied to prevent damage.

2. Emptying the Drawers
   

   • If you choose to empty the drawers, pack their contents in boxes, using packing paper for protection and organization.
   • Label each box with its contents and corresponding drawer for easy unpacking.

3. Securing the Drawers
   

   • If drawers are left in, pad them with a sheet to prevent items moving around, and secure them with stretch wrap or use masking tape for delicate finishes.
   • For empty dressers, you can either leave the drawers in, securing them with tape, or remove and wrap them separately.

4. Protecting the Dresser
   

   • Wrap the dresser in moving blankets, ensuring all sides are covered and protected.
   • Avoid using adhesive tape directly on the dresser's surface to prevent damage.

5. Removing Attachments
   

   • If your dresser has a mirror or other detachable components, remove and wrap these separately.
   • Sometimes even the handles for the drawers are better off being removed

6. Transporting the Dresser
   

   • Ensure you have enough manpower to safely lift and carry the dresser.
   • Use a dolly for easier movement, especially for long distances or heavy dressers.

7. Loading into the Moving Truck
   

   • Place the dresser in a secure spot in the truck where it won't shift during transport.
   • If the drawers were removed, place them in the truck separately, ensuring they are also secure.

Choosing Professional Movers

While DIY moving is an option, hiring professional movers like Hampson Mealey Removals can significantly ease the process. Professionals bring expertise, appropriate equipment, and manpower, reducing the risk of damage or injury. They can handle the nuances of packing, lifting, and transporting heavy furniture, ensuring a smooth and efficient move.

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