Moving blanket

Moving Blanket

A moving blanket is a necessity when moving furniture or other large household items. Whether you are a moving company doing this for a living, or an individual doing the job for yourself, having more than one moving blanket is something you will need to keep on hand. So it is a good idea to buy several of them. You will probably need one for each piece of furniture you will be carrying.

Pieces of furniture and other household objects which will be transported on the back of a truck, should be not only tied down to prevent movement en route, but they should also be covered with a moving blanket.

Using a moving blanket for moving will help to prevent scratches, scrapes and other damage from occurring during transportation. Protecting painted pieces and beautifully refinished wood furniture items is of the utmost importance. If you are a contractor, you may be held liable for damages caused during your care. If you are an individual moving furniture yourself, you will equally disappointed by any mishap causing chaffing and eventually damage to your furniture. Prevention is the key. You will also want a moving blanket if you are looking to help sound proof an area for transportation.

If you are doing a one-time move for yourself or a friend, you may want to consider renting a moving blanket. Instead of an outright purchase, renting may be the best option for you. It may save you on some expenses. The truck rental and boxes take up a considerable amount from a moving budget. Of course, you can also buy moving blankets in bulk if you require many of them.

When purchasing a moving blanket, you will discover that there are several different options available. You can choose from different sizes, weights and thicknesses. You will also find that they come in a variety of colors. The most common are gray and navy blue. Moving blankets are basically padded fabric blankets which are quilted and heavily weighted, to approximately 5-6 lbs each. A common make up of the moving blanket is 80% polyester and 20% cotton weave fabric. 72" x 80" is a popular size.

Here are some additional options available for purchasing a moving blanket:

Moving Blanket with Grommets - Having grommets in a moving blanket is very useful to help tie the blanket down. You can use the holes provided by the grommets to insert rope in and thus secure the blanket to a firm structure to prevent it from blowing away while you are traveling.

Radiant Heat Barrier - You can also purchase a moving blanket which contains a radiant heat reflective material.

Cleaning a moving blanket is as easy as taking the hose to it. Most moving blankets are of a high quality that they will last you for years. They are also quite affordable, so worthwhile if you can see other uses for them in your near future.