When you're moving to a new residence, king beds are often some of the last items you want to pack, but moving king beds doesn't have to be an excruciating ordeal. The moving process will be slightly different whether you have platform beds, storage beds, a canopy bed, sleigh bed or another model of king-size bed, but there are a few things you can do to make moving king beds a bit easier. Don't let moving your king-size bed become a hassle; follow these tips to make it as easy as possible.

Moving King Beds:

1. Move the mattress and box spring. A king-size mattress can be a bit heavy. However, with the help of one or two people, you shouldn't have too much trouble moving it out of the house. The average door in an American home is 80 inches tall. Considering king-size mattresses are 80 inches by 76 inches, you shouldn't have to force it through any doorways. A California king mattress is too long to fit through the door standing up, but it is only 72 inches wide. Some beds, like platform beds, don't come with a box spring. If your bed does come with a box spring, it is usually very light and shouldn't be a problem aside from being a bit awkward and bulky to carry. To save space, the mattress and box spring can easily be placed on their sides, standing up, inside a moving van.
   
2. Disassemble the bed frame. Trying to move most king bed frames without disassembly is going to be very difficult, especially if the bed has a king headboard. When you buy king beds, make sure to keep the assembly directions so you know how to do it in reverse. With some basic tools, you shouldn't have too much trouble. If you have a storage king bed, make sure to empty all the drawers and remove them from the frame. You'll want to replace the empty drawers in the moving van to give extra support to the frame, but it will be lighter to carry outside without them.
   
3. Wrap it and pack it. After you get it outside, wrap the bed frame completely in blankets to prevent scratching, especially if you have a wooden bed frame. You can secure the blankets over the king bed frame with duct tape. Once you arrive at your location, just repeat these steps in reverse.
   

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Any living room can be granted that finishing touch simply by adding a side table to two. Placing a side table against one end of a couch or between the two ends of your living room sofas can quickly tie together your home furniture. However, end tables aren't just a living room accessory; they can help enrich your entire home. Next time you shop for end tables, don't just stop at the living room. There are many other places in your home for end tables. Here are some ideas to get you started on a full-out end table assault on your house.

Decorating with Side Tables:

1. Living room: The living room can't be ignored as the premier room for side tables. Try some end tables at the sides of your couches. If you still haven't had enough, place a round end table toward the center of the room for drinks, decorations and reading materials.
   
2. Family room: Side tables work just as well for the sofas and armchairs in your family room as the ones in your living room. In addition to the standard side tables, make sure you have coffee tables for your family room. Also, the family room is a great place to get coasters to protect your assorted end tables from drinks.
   
3. Hallway: The hallway might not come immediately to mind, but it can be a great place for an end table. If you have a wide hallway, find a tall, long side table to act as a sofa table. Place a few decorations on it, and it can add some class to your hallway.
   
4. Bedroom: Instead of some bedside cabinets, place a console table on each side of your bed. It's quite a bit simpler than a night stand and will give you a surface for your glasses, alarm clock or favorite book.
   
5. Bathroom: If you have a large enough bathroom, get a glass accent table to place against the wall or in the corner. Accent tables will help grant the bathroom a sleek atmosphere. Plus, you can use it to hold reading materials or any other bathroom items you don't want cluttering the countertop or the drawers.
   

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