Proper planning is critical when it comes to moving. At SMARTBOX, we have some tips for your next move when it comes to moving furniture. Furniture can take up a lot of room in your SMARTBOX, so there are a few pieces of furniture you should disassemble before moving if possible. You will need a wrench, a screwdriver, and some plastic bags.

Here are some suggested pieces of furniture to take apart in order to move:

Desks – Most desks will break down for easier moving. If so, mark where the screws go as you take them out. Grab your digital camera and take pictures as you take it apart. You can refer to the pictures when you put it back together. Put all the screws and small pieces into a plastic bag and tape them into one of the desk drawers.

Entertainment centers – Large pieces of furniture like entertainment centers can get damaged during moves because of their size. Taking it apart will free up space in your SMARTBOX, make it easier to move and prevent possible damage. You should take a picture of what your entertainment center looks like before you start dismantling it and throughout the process. Mark where the pieces that join together go with tape. Keep all loose pieces in a plastic bag.

Tables – Take the legs off your dining room table if at all possible. This will make it much easier to store in your SMARTBOX. Tape all the legs together, along with the screws so they do not get misplaced during the move.