Furniture measuring guide: the London plan
If the move crosses London, keep the key-release time, reserved lift slot and loading window together in the enquiry. Label boxes by destination room so unloading can use the agreed building slot efficiently.
- Width, depth and height: include the details for both ends of this move.
- Removable versus fixed parts: include the details for both ends of this move.
- Narrowest route measurements: include the details for both ends of this move.
Record the rigid dimensions
Measure the fixed frame, including protruding arms, legs or handles that will remain attached. If parts are removable, record both assembled dimensions and the largest prepared section. State the units clearly. A product name or seat count is not a reliable size description, particularly for second-hand purchases.
Check both ends of the journey
Measure clear door openings, corridor turns, stairs and lift cabins. Include height where an item must turn. The receiving home can be harder to enter than the seller’s property is to leave. Measurements support an assessment; they do not guarantee a fit where the route or construction remains uncertain.
Send a useful measurement note
- Item name followed by width × depth × height and units.
- Parts that will be removed and who prepares them.
- The tightest openings or turns at collection and delivery.
Resolve borough, building and loading bay
A London move needs a borough and full postcode as well as a building name. For a flat, send the floor, lift-door dimensions and any move-in appointment before asking for a vehicle size. A concierge booking and roadside loading permission are separate arrangements.
For this furniture measuring guide request, explain any uncertainty about narrowest route measurements before accepting a quote. The collection-ready time, vehicle access and recipient availability must work together; a short driving distance does not remove the handling work.
Before you confirm furniture measuring guide
Send the full collection and delivery addresses, width, depth and height and removable versus fixed parts, and photographs of any awkward access. Ask for a written scope covering the handling required at your London address.
Check the proposed supplier, price, vehicle or crew, relevant cover and any waiting arrangements. Do not release the goods until the booking and handover instructions have been agreed.