Moving a couch might look simple, but doing it wrong can lead to damaged furniture, scratched walls, and unnecessary stress. At Sarver Movers, we make sure every move is done with skill, precision, and care. Our team trains regularly to perfect techniques that keep your furniture and home protected during every move.
This week’s focus was on couch protection training, one of the most important parts of any move. Here’s exactly how our movers wrap, protect, and move couches safely, along with expert insights you can use for your next relocation.
Why Proper Couch Protection Matters
Your couch is one of the most-used pieces of furniture in your home. It’s where your family gathers, where guests sit, and often the centerpiece of your living room. That’s why protecting it during a move is so important.
When handled incorrectly, couches can easily get scuffed, torn, or stained during transport. The same goes for your walls, floors, and door frames. The right protection method ensures your couch looks just as good in your new home as it did before the move.
At Sarver Movers, we follow a three-step couch wrapping system that minimizes risk, reduces stress, and guarantees a safer move for both your home and your belongings.
Our Proven 3-Step Couch Protection Method
Step 1: Wrap the Couch in Moving Blankets
Our professional movers start by wrapping the couch in premium moving blankets. These blankets are thick, durable, and designed to protect upholstery and frames from scratches or dents. Every inch of the couch is covered to prevent exposure to dust or friction during transport.
We also overlap the blankets for added security. This ensures that if one blanket shifts, there’s still coverage underneath. Overlapping layers protect against tears, dirt, and movement damage.
Step 2: Secure the Blankets with Mover’s Tape
Once the couch is fully wrapped, our crew applies mover’s tape to hold the blankets in place. The tape we use is strong but gentle enough that it will not leave residue or marks on your furniture.
Tight taping prevents the blankets from slipping, which could expose the couch to potential damage while being lifted or carried through doorways and staircases.
Step 3: Add a Final Layer of Stretch Wrap
Finally, we seal everything with a full layer of plastic stretch wrap. This transparent wrap clings tightly to itself, locking in the blankets and creating a protective barrier against dirt, moisture, and abrasion. It’s the last line of defense that keeps your couch safe throughout the entire moving process.
