{"id":1319,"date":"2022-07-08T18:15:30","date_gmt":"2022-07-09T01:15:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinghelpblog.uhaul.net\/?p=1319"},"modified":"2022-11-09T13:51:59","modified_gmt":"2022-11-09T20:51:59","slug":"how-to-move-a-mattress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movinghelp.com\/move\/how-to-move-a-mattress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Move a Mattress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you have the right tools and plan ahead of time, you can move a mattress much easier on moving day. If you prefer, you also can have your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movinghelp.com\/\">Moving Help\u00ae<\/a> Service Provider transport a mattress for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using The Right Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you can answer the question \u201cHow to move a mattress,\u201d you need to make sure you have the right tools. The most important tool you can have when you move a mattress is having moving bags for mattresses. Your mattress will be ruined if it\u2019s exposed to any outdoor elements, and you don\u2019t want to ruin your mattress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some tools you might want to use when you move a mattress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Covers-Bags\/Sealable-Mattress-Bags\/?mid=682&amp;utm_source=mhblog&amp;utm_campaign=howtomoveamattress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mattress bags<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mattress protectors&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Tape\/Packaging-Mailing-Tape-(Two-55-yd-rolls-w-Dispenser)\/?id=613&amp;utm_source=mhblog&amp;utm_campaign=howtomoveamattress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Packing tape<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scissors&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baking soda&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vacuum&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Ropes-Tie-Downs\/Ratchets-Straps\/Ratchet-Tie-Down\/?id=3109&amp;utm_source=mhblog&amp;utm_campaign=howtomoveamattress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ratchet or tie down straps<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disinfectant spray&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Microfiber cloth&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You might not need all these tools, but these are all the tools you should need to move a mattress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steps to Move a Mattress With Someone Else<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan your route out and keep in mind of any narrow doors or hallways. Note whether you\u2019ll have to take any stairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear out items that\u2019ll be in your way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With the help of one other person, move a mattress into the protector bag. Seal it with packing tape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You and one other person will then flip the mattress to its side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You and the other person will slightly lift the mattress off the ground while moving it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure to use a wall or stair rail for extra support when dealing with stairs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the loading ramp and put the mattress on the side of the moving truck\u2019s wall.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure it\u2019s near the back of the truck so it can be one of the first items to take out and set up in your new home.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strap it down with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Ropes-Tie-Downs\/Ratchets-Straps\/Ratchet-Tie-Down\/?id=3109&amp;utm_source=mhblog&amp;utm_campaign=howtomoveamattress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ratchet or tie down straps<\/a>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Another option is to slide the mattress between two taller pieces of furniture.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your mattress needs to be cleaned up a bit, sprinkle some baking soda on it. 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