The provided context was not relevant to the question. Based on general moving knowledge, here is a guide on how to properly move a sofa with a dolly.
Successfully moving a sofa with a dolly requires careful preparation and teamwork. First, prepare the sofa and the moving path. Remove all cushions, pillows, and slipcovers. If the sofa has removable legs, it is often best to take them off to prevent damage and make it easier to maneuver through doorways. Next, measure the sofa and any doorways or hallways it must pass through to ensure it will fit. You should also clear the path of any obstacles. It is highly recommended to wrap the sofa in moving blankets or plastic wrap to protect it from scuffs, dirt, and tears during the move.
The most common method involves using a two-wheeled utility dolly, also known as a hand truck. This process requires at least two people. With one person on each end, carefully lift and tilt the sofa to stand it on one of its ends. One person should hold the sofa steady while the other slides the base plate of the dolly completely under the center of the sofa's base. Once the dolly is in position, securely fasten the sofa to the dolly's frame using moving straps or ratchet straps, wrapping them around the sofa and the vertical bars of the dolly.
With the sofa secured, one person can now carefully tilt the dolly back onto its wheels, bearing the weight. This person will be responsible for pushing and steering the dolly. The second person should be positioned at the front of the sofa to help guide it, spot for obstacles, and assist with balance, especially when navigating corners, thresholds, or ramps. Communicate clearly with your partner and move slowly and deliberately to maintain control and prevent accidents or damage to the sofa and your home.
Once you have reached the destination, the process is reversed. The person guiding the front should help stabilize the load as the person operating the dolly carefully tilts it forward until the sofa is resting on its end again. Unstrap the sofa, slide the dolly out from underneath, and then, with your partner, carefully lower the sofa back onto its feet in its new position.
