AboutHarry Lipsky Expertise Moving your furniture. I would like to answer all questions dealing with the proper techniques of how to move ANY type of furniture, including difficult doorways and stairways. Also, all questions dealing with the proper packing of breakables including antiques. All general questions concerning the moving and storage industry will be answered. I cannot recommend a particular mover in a person`s neighborhood but i can explain how to obtain a company in good standing with the community. I have been in the moving and storage industry for almost four decades! I am located in Massachusetts.
Experience I have almost four decades of experience in the moving & storage industry. When I was a small boy my father introduced me into the moving business and I have been hooked ever since. At first I started out as a young laborer untill I was old enough to drive a furniture van. As time went on I drove 18-wheelers around the country moving small shipments as well as large corporate relocations. I was taught the old school methods by men that were craftsman in their field. I learned how to pack the most delicate of breakables as well as museum pieces. It was common practice to do estimates and even the actual ratings on interstate jobs. Doing commercial moves were a big part of my moving career over the years. Some of the big names that I delt with were "GE","MICROSOFT","FIDELITY INVESTMENTS" AND "AMERICAN EXPRESS". As the years went by my family retired and sold the business (not my choice). I went on to establish my own moving company which ran for 12 years before I phased out the physical moving itself. Today I have developed a consulting service where I advise future furniture buyers as well as people moving for the first time on what to expect from their upcoming adventure. Furniture buyers are advised on what size furniture will fit through their narrow doorways and tight hallways. By choosing furniture with the right dimensions will narrow down the probability of the furniture being returned back to the store. That is not a scenario people want after waiting 8-12 weeks for their new furniture. I can also help people to understand the proper procedures of a first time move in their lives. I tell them what is to be expected,how they can save money,how to choose a good mover and what is involved with getting the packing done.
Question Hi. I have already sent one couch back that could not be moved into my kids room, and need to know if you think this could fit. I thought a sectional might work. It needs to go thru 2 doors.
Right Arm Sofa 70" x 43", armH 26, overallH 37, deliveryH(?) 32, seatH 19,seat depth 25
Left Arm Chaise 36" x 67"
First Door H 77", 31" wide
Hallway 32" wide, narrow Bathroom door 23" slightly left and across from First Door.
Upon entering the First Door, make a left into the Playroom Door which is only 29" wide.
Hope that gives you what you need. There are 2" legs which can be removed. Is there any hope?
Answer Hello Kim,
The 37" height will not fit through the 29" doorway. If the height can be lowered to 32", it will fit through. It must be a standard style sofa where the back is higher than the arms. You stated that when you enter the the first door you have to make a left turn. Is the distance from the first doorway to the opposite wall 32"? If it is, that will be a problem for a sofa that has a 43" depth. If it is more than that, you should be ok. The sofa will need to be stood on end and rotated around the left side of the door frame. It is possible that the bathroom door could be utilized but without actually seeing it I can't be sure.
