Moving houses can be a stressful experience. It involves deciding what to take, what to leave behind, and how to transport everything safely. One area where most people struggle is with furniture. You may be attached to certain pieces, but the cost and effort of moving them might outweigh their value. This blog post will help you decide which items of furniture are just not worth the hassle to move.
1. Large, Bulky Sofas
Large, bulky sofas can be a real pain to move. They are heavy, awkward to carry and often won’t fit through doorways without significant effort. Moreover, they can be expensive to transport due to their size, especially if hiring professional movers.
It might be worth selling or donating your large sofa before the move and then investing in a new one once you’ve settled into your new home. Take this opportunity to find a sofa that fits perfectly in your new space, rather than wrestling with an oversized one that may not fit or suit your new living area.
2. Old Mattresses
Old mattresses are another item that you might want to reconsider moving. If your mattress is several years old, it may not be providing the support and comfort that it once did.
Instead of paying to move an old mattress, consider buying a new one. Mattresses can be ordered online and delivered directly to your new home, saving you the trouble of moving the old one. Plus, a new mattress can provide a fresh start in your new home.
3. Cheap Flat-Pack Furniture
While cheap flat-pack furniture is great for easy transportation when you first buy it, they often don’t survive disassembly and reassembly well. The particleboard used in these pieces can easily chip or break if not handled with care.
Unless it’s a piece that holds significant sentimental value, it might be more cost-effective and less time-consuming to sell or donate it before your move. You can then use the money saved on moving costs towards purchasing new furniture for your new home.
4. Outdated Entertainment Centers
Entertainment centers were a must-have piece of furniture in the 90s and early 2000s, but with the advent of flat-screen TVs and minimalist design trends, they’re not as necessary or stylish as they once were.
If your entertainment center is bulky, heavy, and doesn’t match your new home’s aesthetic, it might be time to part ways. Consider modern alternatives like wall-mounted TVs or simple TV stands that are lighter and easier to move.
5. Large Desks
Large desks can be a nightmare to move, especially if they’re old and bulky. They’re difficult to maneuver through doors and up stairs, and they can take up a lot of space in a moving truck.
Unless you work from home and need a sizeable desk space, consider downsizing to a smaller desk or using a table as a desk in your new home. This can save you a considerable amount of time, effort, and money when moving.
6. Old Appliances
Old appliances can be heavy and awkward to move. Plus, if they’re nearing the end of their lifespan, the effort and cost of moving them may not be worth it.
Consider leaving old appliances behind and investing in new ones for your new home. Not only will this save you the hassle of moving them, but it can also provide a fresh start with more energy-efficient and modern appliances.
7. Large Wardrobes
Large wardrobes are typically heavy and difficult to move, especially up or down stairs. Unless your wardrobe is a cherished antique or has sentimental value, the cost and effort of moving it may not be worth it.
Consider selling or donating your large wardrobe before the move and investing in closet organizers or a smaller wardrobe in your new home. This can save you time and energy during your move and provide an opportunity to declutter your clothes.
8. Damaged Furniture
Moving is the perfect time to assess your furniture and decide if it’s worth keeping. If a piece is damaged, it might not be worth the effort and cost to move it.
Instead of moving damaged furniture, consider repairing, selling, or disposing of it before your move. This can save you space in your moving truck and potentially save you money if you can sell the piece.
9. Rarely Used Items
Do you have a piece of furniture that you hardly ever use? Maybe it’s a chair in the corner of your living room or a table in your basement. These rarely used items might not be worth the hassle of moving.
Consider whether you really need these items in your new home. If not, sell or donate them before your move. This can save you time and energy on moving day and help you start fresh in your new home.