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How to move a baby Grand Piano
Moving
a baby grand piano is not an easy task. Pianos are heavy, up to
300lbs! Let us show you how to move a baby grand piano. You would
need at least four assistants to help you in this guide on how to
move a baby grand piano. Before you move a baby grand piano make
certain that, the lid is down and locked. Also, ensure that the
route taken to the door is clear of any obstructions. Wrap the piano
is a series of blankets so that there are no scuffed markets or
gouging. Having a piano refinished is very expensive! Cover the baby
grand piano with plastic. Adding plastic over the blankets helps
keep out any moisture while it is being moved around outside. To
move a baby grand piano you need at least four people to lift it.
They are heavy instruments. Do not lift with your back, but lift
with your knees. If you have a heavy-duty dolly or a handcart handy,
make sure not to life the baby grand piano very far off the ground
to balance the piano during the move. Once the baby grand piano is
up and off the ground, take care in balancing the baby grand piano
so that it does not tilt. Extra care must taken when lifting a baby
grand piano into a moving truck as this is where most of the damage
occurs. The truck would preferably have a hydraulic lift, which
would minimize any damage when moving a baby grand piano. Whilst in
the truck the baby grand piano should be secured and padded again as
any movement the truck make, could cause scuffed marks to appear.
These tips on how to move a baby grand piano should help you make
the move much easier. Remember, moving a baby grand piano is easy
for a professional mover. If you prize your baby grand piano, get a
professional mover to talk you through these steps on how to move a
baby grand piano. |
