Moving into a new home or redecorating your living space is an exciting journey, but one critical step often overlooked is ensuring your furniture fits perfectly into your home. Before the excitement of a new sofa or dining table can truly set in, it's important to measure your space accurately to avoid any unwelcome surprises.
How to Measure Your Space for New Furniture
Making Sure your New Furniture Finds its Perfect Spot
Making Sure your New Furniture Finds its Perfect Spot
A complete set of measurements will allow you to shop with confidence, knowing your new furniture will not only fit into your room but will also make it smoothly into your home. This guide will walk you through the process, so you're prepared to find the perfect piece and enjoy the fun part—shopping!
First, decide where your new furniture will go. Use low-stick painter’s tape to outline its dimensions on the floor and walls to ensure it fits your space and complements your existing pieces.
Next, measure carefully. Bring your measurements, a notebook, pen, and tape measure when you shop. Having photos of your space and noting any tight entryways are also helpful. Be mindful of obstacles like bulkheads or overhangs that might block furniture movement.
Check the furniture measurements on product tags or the online product page, considering width, depth, height, and diagonal depth for chairs and sofas.
If you need a large sofa but have a smaller space, there are options to make it work. Your salesperson can recommend options that fit both your style and space—like modular furniture, which can easily be moved through narrow or low-clearance areas.
Measure Like a Pro
Measure Like a Pro
Before anything else, identify the best route from outside your home to where your new piece will be placed. Note any potential obstacles like narrow doorways or tight corners. Here’s what to measure:
Doorways: Measure the height, width, and diagonal of all doorways along the path. For sofas and chairs, the width of the entryway must exceed one of the following: the piece’s depth, diagonal depth or height.
Hallways: Check the height and width, keeping an eye out for wall fixtures or moldings that could obstruct the path. Consider pivot points for items that must be moved in horizontally. Will you be able to turn a tall bookcase or king-sized headboard to angle it into a room off the hallway?
Staircases: Measure each segment, considering handrails and banisters. Be sure to measure the ceiling height from the bottom step and top step, and if there’s a landing, measure its width and depth, as well as the ceiling height from that spot. Don't forget to measure the diagonal in case you need to tilt the item.
Elevators: If applicable, measure the elevator’s door, interior height, width, depth, and diagonals to ensure a smooth fit. Check to see if your building has a freight elevator for large items and request access to measure it.
By taking the time to measure properly and prepare your home, you can ensure that your new furniture will fit perfectly and bring joy to your living space without any stress.
Prepare Your Home for Delivery
Prepare Your Home for Delivery
Once you’ve chosen the perfect piece of furniture and confirmed it will fit through all the necessary spaces, prepare your home for its arrival:
• Clear a space to place the furniture.
• If you have old furniture to get rid of, arrange for donation or disposal in advance.
• Clear pathways by removing clutter and securing pets.
• Protect floors and secure or remove area rugs and doormats.
• If your furniture requires assembly, ensure you have the necessary tools and room to work.
• Ensure an adult is present to accept and inspect the delivery.
Dufresne Delivery—Let Us Do the Heavy Lifting
Dufresne Delivery—Let Us Do the Heavy Lifting
Consider opting for premium delivery services like Room of Choice or White Glove, where professionals handle the heavy lifting and placement of your furniture. They’ll even remove all packing materials, making the process hassle-free.
With free shipping, your order will be delivered to your garage, driveway, or lobby. Remember, someone of legal age must be present to accept the delivery.
For more details on delivery options, visit Dufresne Delivery Options.
Download Measuring Tips
How to Ensure Furniture Will Fit
How to Ensure Furniture Will Fit
If you are struggling with how to measure a couch, or perhaps how to measure a dresser, please enjoy this short video.