Moving large furniture: dimensions, dismantling and pre-move checks

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For large furniture, first check the item structure and the full route before deciding whether it needs to be dismantled; fitting through the door does not mean it can turn the corner or be safely reassembled.

Measure the item dimensions and route dimensions together

Record the length, width and height of the furniture, including protruding handles, feet and any non-removable parts. Then measure the doorways, corridors, stair corners and the inside of the lift; do not only provide the widest point of one area.

Please add photos showing the full item, the back and the connection points; if you have the original assembly diagram, you may also provide it. The online move-in check tool is for initial guidance only and cannot replace assessment of all angles, structure, weight and on-site safety.

Detachable, fixed and glued furniture are assessed separately

Some furniture can be dismantled by design, but old boards, repeated dismantling, glued joints or damaged areas may not be suitable for dismantling again. Do not assume that visible screws mean the whole item can be fully dismantled and reassembled.

Photograph any looseness, cracks and existing damage, and explain the material, usage and any special requirements. If wall-fixed items, electric components or other equipment are involved, first confirm whether different specialist personnel are needed.

Empty the interior; use the same reference number for accessories in the same set

Empty drawers, shelves and cupboard contents in advance as arranged. Protect glass, mirrors and moving parts separately. Do not tape cupboard doors shut and leave a large amount of loose items inside, as this increases weight and the risk of internal impact.

• The parts and screw bags for each piece of furniture use the same reference number
• Photograph connection points and fitting positions before dismantling
• Keep small accessories separately, not loose at the bottom of boxes
• A separate list applies for manuals, keys and remote controls required for reinstallation

Dismantling, fixing and professional connections must be set out clearly

Please check exactly what the quotation includes: moving, dismantling, packing and reassembly. Drilling into walls, fixing, reinstatement and plumbing/electrical reconnection are not automatically included; the required work and who will be responsible should be confirmed in advance.

If the access route is unsuitable, first discuss with the company whether another workable arrangement is possible, and do not remove door frames, handrails or building fixtures yourself. Whether special transport is feasible still depends on the site, management requirements and safety conditions.

Set the placement at the new home first, then put the items back after the refit

First arrange the position of large furniture, then move the boxes to the corresponding rooms, leaving space for assembly work. Avoid loading heavy items into furniture before it is completed or confirmed stable, forcing doors or drawers open and shut, or letting children get too close.

After completion, check the shelves, doors, feet and fittings, and inspect the arranged works. If there are missing parts, looseness or appearance issues, record them first and notify the company. Do not hide the problem with temporary packing or self-made modifications.

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