Moving a wardrobe, either an inbuilt or a moveable one, takes more than manpower to do. It must be planned, properly organized, equipped with suitable tools, security and an idea of the manner in which the furniture is put together. A wardrobe is easily scratched, broken or damaged without proper treatment. The following is all you need to need to know before relocating a wardrobe:
1. Disassembly vs. Moving as a Whole
Certain wardrobes, namely the ones that have removable panels, can be disassembled. This facilitates easy transportation and minimization of damage. Massive or heavy wardrobes that will not be able to go through the doorways might also have to be dismantled. But keep in mind when the professionals dismantle, it is normally accompanied with extra fees.
2. Emptying and Securing Components
Even when you are not dismantling the wardrobe, it is always recommended to empty it first before moving. The weight of the objects stored indoors is an addition to the weight of the object lifted and the chances of structural damage are enhanced. Fragile items like drawers, mirrors and glass shelves are to be used, packaged in bubble wraps and labeled separately.
3. Use of Protective Materials
In order to prevent damage, proper protection is necessary. Edges should have corner guards to help in inhibiting chipping. SFO and the wardrobe doors must be covered with stretch film, bubble wrap, and foam cushions. Monsoons or open transport Waterproof sheets or blankets are necessary during a monsoon or using open transport.
4. Handling and Equipment Requirements
At least two to four people should deal with the heavy wardrobes. Depending on the dismantling, reassembly requires tools in the forms of screwdrivers and Allen keys, or even a drill machine. Such devices as trolleys or sliders will make the process less physically demanding and easier to move around.
5. Time and Space Considerations
The process of dismantling and reassembling the wardrobe may require one to two hours depending on the design. It is important to ensure that there is sufficient room at the pickup and drop points to sufficiently manoeuvre, turn around and rebuild the unit with ease.
6. Cost of Professional Services
The majority of packers and movers impose an additional fee on dismantling, particularly dismantling of a modular wardrobe or designer wardrobe. Whether you do it yourself or not, label all your parts, and store screws, nuts and hinges so that they can easily be reassembled.
Conclusion
Shifting of wardrobe is not only the matter of lifting and moving but good preparation, attention to details and care. Depending on whether you relocate it in its entirety or break it down, a combination of the right measures will see to it that relocation was a smooth, safe, and damage-free process.