The importance of moving blankets and how to use them

​ Most of us worry about the condition of our belongings when preparing to move. It would be tragic if the glass table top shattered, or your wooden dresser to get gouged. Therefore, it’s important to properly cover and wrap certain material. The guarantee of your heaviest and expensive belongings making its way to its destination could put any movers mind at ease. Without the proper precautions;

• Wooden furniture could get gouged
• Upholstery can be ripped
• Glass can break

 
            Furniture moving pads, also called moving blankets, are used by movers and individuals to wrap and protect furniture and valuable objects during a move. Often, movers use rubber bands or tape, preferably rubber bands, to secure padding around furniture. 
 
Difference in Moving Pads: The fabric used in moving blankets could make a difference in how much protection is provided to your belongings.
 

• Compressed plaited blankets made from poly-cotton blends. This blend has greater resilience, strength and protection. Also, it adheres to furniture without slipping, proving full protection.

 

• Woven blankets made from polyester delivers good coverage, but it doesn’t last long, often having to be replaced. Polyester doesn’t provide the same amount of fortification like blended fabric, and isn’t recommended when moving your most expensive and more fragile furniture.

 

• Unwoven synthetic blankets are more popular because of its cheaper value and material. However, we wouldn’t recommend using during the moving process. Because of the material, polyester is more susceptible to tears and rips. It does make good storage covering.

 
 
How to Use Moving Blankets. Here are strategies when using moving blankets.
 
Small Items and Furniture- One goal when moving small furniture such as chairs, tables and nightstands is to wrap tightly as possible. If you lay the blanket out and place the object in the middle as if it were a diamond, pull each corner over one at a time, then secure it with a rubber band or tape, each corner could be protected during transportation. The tighter the blanket, the more you’d be able to fit in the truck.

Medium Items and Furniture- Medium pieces should be wrapped on their feet. Drape blanket over the front. Pick up the over hanging blanket on the side, pull over in the opposite direction. Repeat on the other side. Use rubber band or tape to secure.
 
For the larger items and furniture, you’ll do the same as you would with the medium pieces. You may have to use two or three covers. 
 
There are many things customers think about during the moving process, protection often one of them. When hiring professionals or even moving yourself, you’d want your things handled with care. After learning about the differences in the blankets and material used, it shows the importance in how and why moving blankets are significant.