How to Pack Dining Room Chairs in a Moving Truck
Packing dining room chairs in a moving truck can be difficult because of the unusual shape of the chairs. They never fit conveniently anywhere and take up more space than other objects of similar weight. Dining room chairs are also rather fragile so more attention must be paid to their protection. If you follow a few simple tips, you can pack dining room chairs in a moving truck safely and efficiently.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Wrap up the chairs in packing blankets. The chair's legs and arms can get nicked and cushions torn if you don't protect them with packing blankets.
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Examine the moving truck where you are loading the dining room chairs. Since they tend to be lighter than other furniture they should go on top of heavier things. Find a space that will accommodate the chairs.
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Try to stand the chairs on their feet. This is the safest way to transport them since their weight won't be on their backs or sides. You probably won't be able to stand them all on their feet but attempt to stand as many as you can this way.
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Turn some of the chairs over and stack them face down on the chairs standing on their feet. The cushions should be pressed against each other. If the dining room chairs have arms you may need to shift them a few inches to the side so they can meet. Be sure to place padding on the arms if you do this.
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Secure the dining room chairs so they don't move. It is common for chairs to be damaged by shifting when they aren't packed tight. Fill in the space around them with small, soft objects. Tie the chairs down if you have no other way to keep them from moving.
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Tips & Warnings
If you can't stand the dining room chairs on their feet you can tilt them on their backs or sides. If you do this, add extra padding to all sides of the chair. They are more vulnerable to damage in this position.
Avoid placing anything heavy, sharp or liquid on or near dining room chairs when they are in the moving truck. Everything moves during transport and bad things can happen to chairs if you pack dangerous things near them.
