{"id":6261,"date":"2020-08-13T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-13T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=6261"},"modified":"2024-02-29T11:45:09","modified_gmt":"2024-02-29T18:45:09","slug":"how-to-move-a-grandfather-clock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-to-move-a-grandfather-clock\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Move A Grandfather Clock: 4 Simple Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Grandfather clocks are masterpieces that add antique elegance and functionality to any room. Even so, the delicate nature of these <\/strong><\/span>timeless treasures<\/a><\/strong> — not to mention their sheer size and weight<\/strong><\/em> — presents a unique challenge<\/strong> in and of itself. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s nearly impossible to casually pick up a grandfather clock and relocate it to a new location on your own because they are heavy<\/strong>, fragile,<\/strong> and tall<\/strong>. That’s why <\/span>moving a grandfather clock<\/span><\/a> and transporting a piece of this caliber requires top-tier precision and care. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To protect your timepiece while keeping yourself safe, you should know a few things before moving a grandfather clock. Here’s what you’ll need to do before, during, and after relocating your grandfather clock from one place to another. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You’ll Need To Move a Grandfather Clock<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To ensure damage-free transport, you’ll need the following: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1: Assistance From Friends or Family <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Did you know a grandfather clock can <\/span>weigh anywhere from 100 to 300 pounds<\/b>, if not more? They are not lightweight pieces of furniture by any means, and <\/span>you shouldn’t attempt to move a grandfather clock on your own.<\/i><\/b> Instead, reach out to friends and family to see if anyone is available to help you on the day you’re planning to move your grandfather clock. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2: Proper Packing Materials <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In addition to help from family or friends, make sure you have the right materials to pack your grandfather clock as safely and securely as possible: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n