Best Piano Dollies / Movers (moving equipment). A piano dolly makes it easy to move upright/grand pianos and other heavy objects.
Why Use a Piano Dolly
Big pianos are ideally great for practicing and playing. Its great to have an upright piano / grand piano at home but it can be really challenging if you had to move it around (for whatever reason).
A piano dolly is a great tool to have for such situations!
A piano dolly consists of a platform with wheels or casters which makes it so easy to move around the piano.
These are the perfect solution for moving heavy pianos, without having to lift them.
You will find piano dollies/movers in various designs and sizes to fit different piano models.
Its an ideal product to have for your piano, be it at home, school, church, performance hall or convention centers.Related: More useful piano accessories here.
Best Piano Dollies
These piano dollies are the perfect solution for moving the heaviest pianos. These piano dollies can be used to movie most pianos, have wheels have precision ball bearing for easy rolling. Rolling bumpers on the dolly protect the pianos from marks and scratches.
Dollies for Grand Piano, Upright Piano, Digital & Electric Piano, Organ. Transporters, Tilters, Lifters, Electric Dolly, Hydraulic & Stair Climbing Dolly. Straps, Buckles & piano moving equipment.
Here we take a look at all the moving equipment available for moving a piano or other heavy object. These are perfect for Churches, Schools, Studios, Theaters, Hotels, Concert Halls.
Find piano dollies to fit all makes and models of pianos.
- Grand Piano Leg Dollies (Comes in a set of 3. Recommended for for pianos up to 72″)
- Upright Piano Dolly (Fits up to 15-5/8″ piano base, Max weight capacity 1,000 Lbs.)
- Best Inexpensive (1000 lb. weight capacity)
Melody Cradle Upright Piano Dolly
The Melody Cradle Upright Piano Dolly makes it very easy to move your upright piano, while protecting your floors and walls.
The Melody Cradle is very easy to install, the dolly attaches securely to the base of the piano, the wheels have a precision double ball bearing so the piano rolls with ease.
This dolly is designed for permanent use, but its also easily removed for infrequent moves. This kit comes with installation instructions.
Main features of the Melody Cradle Upright Piano Dolly:
- The kit includes: two dollies, 4 lag screws (optional use for back of piano), 2 pressure plates (front of piano), 4 pressure plate bolts with nuts.
- Non-marking rolling wall bumpers, Four rolling bumpers protect the wall from marks and scapes.
- You can lift piano over obstructions on the floor and the dolly will remain attached
- It remains low to the floor for easy pedal use
- Made of Steel, TPR wheels (soft gray rubber). Sturdy constructions, no weak welded points
- Dimensions: 23.5 x 8.5 x 5.5 inches, Item Weight: 38 pounds. Color: Dark Brown
Spinet Piano Dolly
Four casters in the fornt (3″ diameter), two casters in the back (3-1/4″ in diameter)
Adjustable length from 46-1/2″ to 61-1/2″, Adjustable width from 17-3/4″ to 30″
Only 2-1/8″ off the floor. Weight: 50 pounds. Model number 4008 (by Schaff Piano Supply)
Will accommodate most spinets. Rubber bumpers on the dolly protects the piano finish, provides complete protection to the piano legs. Swivel casters make it easy to roll.
Piano / Furniture Dolly: Buying Guide
In case you decide to get professional help to move your piano, you will need to pay from your pocket. For certain situations, getting a piano dolly will turn out to be cheaper compared to hiring people to move your piano.
Piano dollies are also ideal for schools, churches, performance halls and convention centers.
We recommend that you get some helping hands, at least a couple of more people to help you get your piano into the dolly.
Before you order a piano dolly, make sure its built to take the load. A spinet piano is lighter than a grand piano so chose a dolly accordingly.
- Grand Piano Trucks: Designed for moving grand pianos
- Upright Piano Dollies: Designed for moving upright pianos
Related: More piano care and maintenance tips here.
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