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Moving Straps How Do They Work
What Are the Three Main Advantages of Moving Straps?
Moving straps use a clever leverage system that with some technique, allow you to move heavy items fairly easily with the help of a partner that would otherwise be extremely difficult to move on your own.
The leverage gained by use of straps allows you to employ technique over pure strength, where extremely heavy objects become extremely easy to move.
Awkward or bulbous objects that can be difficult to move by hand or with a hand truck can be moved with far less trouble using straps.
Objects such as mattresses with wide dimensions can be difficult to move using hand trucks due to the way they need to be maneuvered through areas such as tight stair wells and doorways.
The straps give you freedom to carry them in an orientation that makes doing this far easer and tight spaces become increasingly straight forward to maneuver since tools limited to movement on the ground are not required.
Moving Straps How Do They Work?
With a 2 person effort you simply pass the straps underneath the object, with the straps passing from the same arm of one person underneath the object to the other arm of the second person in an X configuration.
Doing this lifts the centre of gravity of the object and effectively lightens the load (in terms of effort required to lift) by 50-68%. When the load is now in this raised position it’s easier to control with extended arms and far easier to maneuver.
The nylon straps capable of supporting several times their weight are paired with a strong often times military grade buckle to ensure the load is fully supported.
The leverage created by the strap and your body allows you to move loads several times heavier than what would be possible without them.
General Rules to Using Moving Straps
To use the straps properly it is necessary to read the manufacturer instructions. General rules of safety when lifting using moving straps include:
- Don’t put your chin or face over the product your moving. Keep you arms out with a slight bend and keep a firm hold of the object
- Don’t lift heavier than what is recommended by the manufacturer
- Ensure the length of the strap is adjusted using the buckle to ensure a safe distance is kept between both operators and the object. This ensures that the item is kept at just under arms length distance to assume complete control of the object
What Are the 3 Main Advantages of Moving Straps?
Here are a few of the advantages of using moving straps to move heavy furniture, appliances, and equipment.
1) Reduces Strength Required to Lift Heavy Items
The main advantage in using moving straps is that you don’t need to rely on grip strength to keep the items off the ground as you lift.
2) Protects Soft Floors From Damage
Protects soft floors or new carpets in your home from damage, scuffs, and wear marks. Moving extremely heavy items through your home the traditional way, via a hand truck of dolly may damage the floors. The small wheels on hand trucks and dollies can leave marks when an extremely heavy load is being wheeled through your home.
Dragging the object along the floor is even more damaging that can easily lead to scratches and scuffs on the floor of your home.
3) Objects Can be Maneuvered More Easily
Objects mounted to a hand truck or dolly limited to movement across the floor cannot be manipulated in as many ways to navigate through tight spaces such as narrow stair cases.
By lifting the object from the ground you can more readily move and manipulate the object to move them through narrow areas of your home or work space.
Why Use Moving Straps for Mattresses
Mattresses can prove especially difficult to move throughout your home. The larger sized mattresses only worsen the problem as they’re extremely large and cumbersome. Often having no designated area where a firm grip can be employed to remain in full control of the item.
On narrow stair cases, especially involving turns, they can be a nightmare to successfully maneuver while avoiding any damage to the mattress.
As moving straps allow you to freely lift the object from the ground using leverage, it allows your arms to be totally free to simply maneuver the item instead of having to lift the item.
This advantage means that you are able to manipulate the mattress in any direction while it is suspended in the air that gives you an easier time maneuvering around corners, tight spaces, stair cases, and narrow hall ways.
Advantages of Mattress Moving Straps Over Hand Trucks and Dolly Carts
Moving straps lift items away from the floor removing restrictions to movement of the object on the floor by grounded obstacles
Capable of carrying far larger objects thanks to the long strap lengths. Advantageous over hand trucks that are limited by the stability that the nose plate can provide to the object resting on it
Capable of moving up and down stairs far more easily. Electrically assisted stair climbing hand trucks can climb stairs too, but are far more expensive to purchase
Far easier to transport and store away as they have a much smaller profile and can be handily rolled up to fit in a small bag
Top 10 Rated Mattress Moving Straps – Review Summary
Read on Below for Review Summaries
| Moving Straps | Maximum Weight | Mounting Type | Adjustable Length? | Max Strap Length | Strap Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 800lbs | Shoulder & Forearm | Yes | 11ft | - | |
| 400lbs | Shoulder | Yes | 12ft | 3" | |
| 800lbs | Shoulder & Forearm | Yes | 9.8ft | - | |
| 800lbs | Forearm | Yes | 9.33ft | 3" | |
| 660lbs | Shoulder | Yes | 14.5ft | 1.9" | |
| 800lbs | Shoulder | Yes | 11ft | 1.78" | |
| 2500lbs | Shoulder | Yes | 12ft | 5" | |
| 800lbs | Shoulder | Yes | 12ft | 5" | |
| 800lbs | Shoulder | Yes | 11ft | - | |
 | 800lbs | Shoulder & Forearm | Yes | 9.5ft | - |
1) Shoulder Dolly Moving Straps
Description
Shoulder Dolly moving straps are simply designed quality lifting straps that offer simplicity. The design utilizes the bodies strongest areas, the torso and legs to create leverage to lift heavy items from off the ground. Simply lift the harness over you head with the ‘x’ configuration placed at the center of your back. Then adjust the lifting strap according to your height, then begin to lift and move with your partner.
Ergonomics
We can see that the use of wide and comfortable shoulder straps offer increased comfort to help spread the load evenly in this area. Doing so prevents creation of hot spots created by having too much load pressure in a small area. This helps to prevent injuries and avoid discomfort when using them for an extended period.
Capabilities
These bed moving straps are capable of moving almost any object you need, with 800lbs worth of maximum lifting capabilities.
Shoulder dolly allows your hands to remain completely unconstrained. We find this to be an important design feature especially for cumbersome loads such as mattresses, whereby it may need to be bent to fit into tight areas. Full use of arms and hands is therefore an important feature required to maintain full control.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
The well designed buckle sits just in front of the users thigh. It allows for full adjustment of the webbing through the buckle that extends out up to 12ft in length. We saw that this allows for you to carry larger objects without compromising on the safe positioning. I.e. keeping your arms extended with a slight bend for full control of the load.
The size of the straps can easily accommodate any size of mattress. The 3″ wide nylon straps provide extra stability to the load over other brands which user narrower straps that provide less support. The thick straps also help to distribute weight more evenly over your shoulders, back, and torso.
What We Like
The 3″ wide straps take pressure off your upper body by spreading the load more evenly, preventing aches and discomfort
The simply designed harness is easy to set up and use, simply put on, adjusts for height and lets you start transporting loads in under a minute
What We Dislike
Competitors offer straps that have a slightly longer maximum length
Who Should Buy This?
These bed moving straps are perfect if you are looking for a well designed and robust moving straps that focus on simplicity for ease of use and comfort.
It can accommodate all mattress sizes thanks to the long straps, with a wide 3″ support. Arms free design will add to your control of the items being moved.
Buy you need a resistant shoulder strap that is comfortable for use all day.
2) Nielsen Products Shoulder Dolly 3500 Moving Straps
Description
Nielsen Products Shoulder Dolly 3500 are moving straps that are made and designed to offer no compromise performance.
A massive 2500lbs maximum load capacity can carry just about any item imaginable and its hard to foresee a need for more than this.
Its a one size fit that offers adjustment of the webbing by use of the military grade buckle, Capable of accommodating people of all shapes and sizes.
Using it proves simple, simply slip the best on and join the clips together of the small buckle in your chest area.
Then take hooks and hook each side with the buckle at your waist. The strap can then be placed under the item. Once in position thread the strap through the vest buckle then begin to lift, straightening your arms yo provide stability and security to yourself while moving.
Ergonomics
The vest is well designed and allows free range of motion with your arms for stability and full control over the direction the item should travel.
The vests padding proves extremely comfortable with a wide strap design. Offering relief to delicate areas when lifting the heaviest of objects, necessary considering the high 25000lbs maximum weight limitation.
The design gives you free movement of back and legs, allowing utilization of the bodies strongest muscles to bear most of the weight for lifting. This prevents injuries well by encouraging proper lifting techniques. In addition to protecting your delicate areas prone the the highest risk such as the lower back.
Capabilities
The 2500lbs maximum weight limit speaks to the quality of construction and materials necessary to achieve this huge figure. The buckle is made from toughened stainless steel of military grade, with the harness padding constructed to take as much load away from pressure points as possible.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
The Nielsen Products Shoulder Dolly 3500 moving straps are more than capable of moving any size of mattress.
The 12ft long and 5″ wide nylon straps provide the necessary support to allow full control when moving the mattress anywhere, even on steep inclines.
What We Like
The 2500lbs load capacity can handle almost any load without fear of the straps failing
The well made vest takes stress away from vulnerable areas of your body allowing for comfortable long term use
What We Dislike
The great features come at a cost. These shoulder mounted moving straps are more expensive than its lower load limit competitor moving straps
Who Should Buy This?
Professional movers and lifters who require a versatile solution where the more commonly used tools such as hand trucks and appliance dollies may not be appropriate. This can be the case where the floors are extremely delicate and may be damaged by the heavy loads mounted upon a hand truck. Or whereby it may be easier to maneuver the load in confined spaces, where a hand truck or dolly limited to moving along the ground may struggle to navigate through.
3) Baheel Professional Movers Tool – Moving Strap Shoulder
Description
The Baheel Professional Movers Moving Strap is a tool useful for users of all abilities and sizes to safely move common household appliances and furniture safely around with minimal efforts.
The vest is highly adjustable in height by use of the hinges and the strong buckle system.
It features a unique shoulder mounted lift system that also incorporate looped handles than allow your to reduce the effort even further. Making use of your legs, back, shoulders and arms for a complete full body lift of the load.
Ergonomics
We found the shoulder straps to be well placed, covering all parts of the shoulder areas that can cause pressure spots where the items are being lifted.
It convers a small area of the shoulder near the neck leaving your hands and arms free to move.
The vest is highly adjustable between 40″ – 46″ in chest circumference. A design choice that is aimed at adding a more custom fit for improved stability and comfort while the vest is in use.
Capabilities
This moving strap harness system comfortably moves the majority of household furniture weighing 400lbs or less.
The smooth buckles allow you to move furniture free from worry of potential damage.
As it can be extended up to 12t long the straps are capable of moving the largest furniture and appliances you can manage to lift, as long as they’re under the maximum weight limit.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
Simply put these bed moving straps are capable of moving any mattress, just as long as the users are comfortable lifting it’s weight. The soft straps and smooth buckles minimise the risk of any potential surface damage to the mattress. When lifting your hands remain completely free, thus you’ll be able to maneuver if necessary with your hands and arms through areas where standard hand trucks and dolly carts may struggle.
What We Like
We like the strong buckle design that supports the nylon strap material. It makes for easy adjustments and inspires confidence in the 9″ x 3″ flexible webbing material
The smooth buckles prevent scratches and scuffs to the furniture being lifted
What We Dislike
The system is limited to lifting 400lbs, less than many competitor products
Who Should Buy This?
This shoulder mounted moving strap is perfect for general home moving usage. For moving couches, dressers, large tables, mattresses and any other lighter weight commonly found items in your home.
4) Forearm Forklift 2-Person Lifting and Moving Straps
Description
The Forearm Forklift Moving Straps make use of a 2 person effort to effectively reduce the total effort required by up to 66% to move items by making use of leverage of the strongest parts of the body.
Wrapping the straps around the forearms and making use of good lifting form. This makes for easy lifting of items from the floor and freely transport them to their destination.
It uses a strong polypropylene strap 3″ wide with 3 arm hole loops at the end. This accommodates for users size, and the size of the objects being lifted. Creating 12 pre-set positions for adjustment up to 48″.
Forearm Forklift are the original forearm moving strap design, with others copying their design after their huge success.
Ergonomics
Designed to be used on the upper area of the forearm, it needs to be soft and well padded in this area. It achieves this by use of well protected arm holes, 48″ of adjustment to accommodate Med – XXL items.
The Forearm Forklift is OSHA accepted. This means it has been proven as capable of reducing back injuries caused by repetitive heavy lifting of items.
Capabilities
Simply cross the straps underneath any items you wish to lift, and as long as the 800lbs weight limit is not exceeded, the Forearm Forklift will be capable of lifting it. The ease of use is the main drawing point, not having to spend time ensuring the vest is fastened and in position correctly. The pre-set arm holes cut out the need to adjust.
We found they work best for loads that have flat edges, where you can place hands comfortably on the flat surface so that you can have complete control over the load. This is important on forearm moving straps as your arms must stay in approximately the same position to ensure the load is properly stabilized during lifting.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
While we love the simplicity of the forearm lifting system, when moving smaller mattresses that are smaller in depth, your forearms are locked into the same position. This could limit the maneuverability on tight and twisting stair cases.
Outside of this scenario these moving straps can tackle moving any type of mattresses, helped by the wide 3″ webbing straps that works as a good support base. The buckle-less forearm system also means that any there are no areas of the moving straps that can cause surface damage to the mattresses. In comparison to shoulder moving straps where their harsh buckles are a potential risk factor in causing damage to furniture, appliances, and mattresses if they are not well designed and machined to have a smooth surface.
What We Like
There is no shoulder vest, you simply slip your arms inside one of the pre-set holes, reducing significantly set up time that can be used towards moving more items, especially when multiple objects need to be lifted
3″ wide webbing provides comfort and security to areas around the forearm, doing well to prevent injury. The webbing is noticeably higher quality than competitor designs
What We Dislike
The optional accessory shoulder harness for moving exceptionally large items is not included and has to be bought separately
Who Should Buy This?
If you want a simple moving strap that works with minimal setup required that can accommodate all user sizes and objects then these are an ideal moving solution. Best of all they are capable of lifting an extraordinary amount of weight for their price.
They are probably not the best choice for professional movers, and more suited towards home movers or those looking to install new appliances/furniture. However there is the option of purchasing their add on shoulder straps that eliminate this issue.
5) Bageone Moving Straps – Arm & Shoulder Lift
Description
These shoulder straps can be used both ways. As a shoulder lift or as a forearm lift. The vest is highly capable and far more practical when attempting to lift and move heavier items. Possible thanks to the 800lbs load capacity of the moving straps.
The vest is filled with sponge padding to distribute the weight evenly and effectively, making the items seem up to 66% lighter than what they would feel like moving by hand.
Ergonomics
Soft sponge pads are used around the area of the strap where forearm are put through the belts. Relieving the pressure felt on this part of the body as the load is lifted away from the ground.
As with this type of design proper lifting technique still needs to be employed. Doing so takes the pain away from the lower back and uses the legs and entire upper body as leverage instead.
The vest covers a wide surface area of the back when in use to evenly distribute the load across your back by way of the entire padded area. We found the protection this offered to hotspots forming on your back was unparalleled.
Capabilities
It’s capable of carrying large objects, up to 11 feet in length. This pairs well with the generous 800lbs max loading limit.
With military grade buckles and high density nylon strap material there isn’t much that the Bageone is incapable of handling. The adjustable strap length means that you can safely carry small and large objects.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
The dual configuration proves useful in tackling objects of varying sizes. The larger sized and heavier mattresses can be maneuvered around more easily with the use of the vest shoulder straps. The straps allows completely free movement of the arms whereby you can control the item if need be. Useful when climbing stairs or trying to navigate the mattress in tight spaces.
For smaller mattresses that weight less, or for straight forward moves where the area is spacious and doesn’t involve climbing or descending stairs, we find using the forearm configuration is sufficient enough to get the job done.
What We Like
Dual configuration where smaller items can be lifted using forearms as the supporting area. Larger items lifted using shoulders as the main support area by use of the vest
Budget friendly pricing compared to competitor products
What We Dislike
We would have liked to see a wider nylon strap length. This would provide extra protection against damage to the items being lifted considering the high maximum load
Who Should Buy This?
Shoppers on a budget can hardly go wrong here. With a 2 in 1 moving system that can tackle most household items. It is most suitable for the self home mover on a budget where one tool is capable of moving an entire home’s worth of items. These include furniture and appliances without the need for multiple other moving hand trucks or dollies.
6) JCHL Moving Straps Adjustable Shoulder Tool
Description
JCHL moving straps use an easy dual buckle system that allows for a massive maximum length of 174 inches. Adjustable from the minimum length of 98.5 inches.
The straps are 1.9″ wide and have a maximum load bearing of 660lbs.
Ergonomics
The 60cm length cushions offer comfort to the shoulders and arms. Keeping them protected from hotspots and soreness due to prolonged use of the moving straps. It uses a one size fits all system, that simplifies the use of the straps, enabling full adjustment via the dual buckle system. While not the best padding in the world, it is ideal for use in short stints and capable of providing good comfort while transport loads up to the 660lbs limits.
Capabilities
With the long adjustable length it’s fully capable of lifting the longest items such as large tables, sideboards and display cabinets.
It’ll have no problem also moving smaller and lighter furniture or goods such as mattresses, arm chairs, or freestanding closets.
The use of an advanced nylon materials serves well to inspire confidence when moving items that are heavier, compared to attempting to move by hand.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
In our view the straps do best at moving large items that don’t carry a significant amount of weight. Mattresses fall right in line with this as the design is geared towards simple set up where toughened buckles and more purposefully designed vests are not as important to carry lighter items such as mattresses. It’s a lower cost alternative that can accomplish the same job without all the bells and whistles of some higher end moving straps.
What We Like
Designed simply to be good enough for most household items, to keep the costs low
The dual buckle design is really simple to use and can be adjusted quickly
What We Dislike
The shoulder vest strap design is fairly basic and narrow, thus prone to slipping around when carrying the heaviest items
Who Should Buy This?
Budget minded DIY home movers who need to move furniture that doesn’t weight significant amounts. Buy as a good alternative to a hand truck for items that are awkwardly shaped where they cannot be carried safely using a hand truck tool.
7) Tikaton Furniture Moving Strap
Description
Tikatton are furniture straps with a comfortable sponge vest. Featuring a secure buckle that allows 800lbs loads to be lifted and moved safely. With proper lifting technique it helps to prevent back pain and stain associated with failure to engage the bodies stronger muscles while lifting heavy items. Encourages proper lifting technique to use the bodies strongest muscles; the legs and torso, to significantly reduce the efforts required to lift items.
The Tikaton furniture moving strap also comes with a pair of free moving gloves.
Ergonomics
The sponge vest with wide shoulder area that provides premium comfort to users of this vest strap. The vest use a cross section foam filled area at the back for extra support, comfort, and load spreading. The buckle is in an accessible area which you can adjust at any time while wearing the vest. The wide areas at the back and shoulder area restrict movement of the vest. This allows your arms freedom to move and control the object being moved safely.
Capabilities
An 800lbs maximum loading limit and a comfortable vest should strap system allows these bed moving straps to be a versatile moving tool, capable of tackling many cumbersome loads. Mattresses, landscaping, large furniture can be transported with minimal effort.
Capable on stairs, it is important to use care and keep arms locked out to ensure the load doesn’t swing around. It ensures it’s kept in the same position as you ascend or descend. The 11ft maximum strap length lends well to moving objects with longer dimensions.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
The wide back strap design make this moving strap quite handy for handling loads that are more awkwardly shape. This includes items that do not have hard flat areas where they can be easily stabilized by your hands. Because mattresses have a softer and somewhat rounded edges in some areas, this is an added plus of these moving straps, thanks to the extra stability gained via the vest design.
What We Like
The buckles are well positioned and can be adjusted while the vest is on with straps already in position underneath the item
Long strap length is compatible with most furniture pieces
What We Dislike
Buckle retention system for straps is not as simple as competitor products
Who Should Buy This?
These straps are designed to move furniture up to 800lbs. It’s great for just this purpose, for protecting your back during lifting and effectively lightening the loads. It’s ideal for general home moving needs, examples include coaches, refrigerator-freezers, mattresses, dressers, and freestanding closets.
8) KAINIAIJ Furniture Moving Straps Shoulder Lifting Straps
Description
Kaniaij adopt a high density polyester yarn that has beneficial properties that make them ideal for moving heavy items. Both having great wear resistance for long term use and great strength to remain intact under stress from heavy forces.
The vest design is filled with soothing sponge material that prevents pain to the back during handling of the loads.
The 2 piece 154″ long straps alongside the metal buckles allow for lifting and moving objects with higher weights. The straps are 1.78″ wide and the metal buckles that support them are constructed from a military grade alloy metal. Suitable for carrying up to 800lbs items.
The straps come bundled with 2 freely gifted pairs of non-slip moving gloves. Useful for furniture, mattress lifting, free from concern of losing grip due to greasy or sweaty hands.
Ergonomics
The strap buckle provides enough adjustment to ensure that a comfortable fit can be had regardless of your size. A wide surface are at the back and wide shoulder area provides good cushioning that avoids discomfort when attempting to lift the heaviest loads. Avoiding stress points that can cause pain or injury.
Capabilities
These moving straps serve a multitude of uses. Some of these include moving heavy pianos, arms free movement to be able to open doors and operate lights while moving the loads. In addition to moving mattresses up winding stairs with up to 60% less effort. Lastly saving time by being able to quickly transport items across areas in less time than would be possible carrying the object by hand.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
We’d recommend these straps for moving mattresses. We like the advantages of having hands and arms completely free allow for far more control of the mattress and the environment around you make a big difference to confidence while transporting them throughout the home.
What We Like
Low in cost and is bundled with 2 pairs of useful non-slip moving gloves
The padded vest covers a large area of the shoulders and back, making for a very comfortable fit
What We Dislike
The straps are only 1.78″ wide, leading to slightly less stability as the area where the heavy objects is supported is smaller
Who Should Buy This?
We reckon these bed moving straps are great for home movers and professionals alike. They require some care to ensure the buckle is set up correctly. Once this is done they are nice and comfortable to use long term and provide great value to budget minded buyers who still want a high quality product. They’ll work well used alongside an appliance dolly in areas where they prove more difficult to use.
9) EPXXUDD Moving Straps for Lifting
Description
Epxxudd moving straps are the budget friendly choice for a quick solution to moving objects where wheeled dollies are not available.
The vest used provides some padded around the shoulder area. The bright orange straps are adjustable from 59″ – 119″ long. All the equipment is easily portable by a single person, capable of being stored in the smallest areas.
These are dual function moving straps, capable of being used mounted to the shoulders or on the forearms. Where shoulder mounting is more effective and stable for the heaviest loads in most cases.
Ergonomics
The design is as simple as you can get, with no vest sleeves for the straps. Rather the straps sit directly over your shoulders. However the straps are wide enough to make up for the lack of vest padding. This makes them comfortable enough when using them in short stints to move only a handful of items at once.
Capabilities
Although low cost these straps are very capable. Able to lifting over 800lbs rather easily in either forearm or shoulder configuration. Good enough to move appliances such as washers, stoves, refrigerators, and dryers.
Small boxes, mattresses, and couches can be moved with relative ease. Being possible with the correct lifting techniques and proper adjustment of the straps via the buckle.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
With a 119″ maximum length these adjustable straps can comfortably move mattresses of all sizes. The lack of back padding will be a minimal factor here as mattresses do not weigh enough for this to make a significant difference in comfort. The 2 way configuration for either shoulder of forearm mounting give you the choice of moving the mattresses in a way you feel most comfortable and in control of the load.
What We Like
800lbs loading capacity punches above its price bracket
A maximum length of 119″ for the straps allow them to be comfortably used for extremely large items
What We Dislike
The lack of vest padding makes them uncomfortable to be worn all day while lifting items, as rival products have better shoulder and back padding.
Who Should Buy This?
This is great for the DIY home mover who is looking to keep cost as low as possible without compromising on safety or capabilities. The downside is slightly less comfort for the heaviest of items. Regardless, for lighter weight items such as mattresses these moving straps excel.
10) Ytonet Moving Straps Padded Shoulders
Description
Ytonet moving straps are constructed from polyester material. They features a military buckle to support the weight and an adjustable buckle. The adjustable buckle sets the correct size according to the dimensions of the furniture and the users height/chest proportions.
It uses the classic crossed shoulder mounted design, with padding around the areas of the shoulder to prevent excessive pressure in this area by distributing the loading forces evenly.
The strap can be adjusted from 5ft – 9.5ft long, and can handle loads up to 800lbs.
It uses a two way system that also allows for arm mounting when the shoulder straps are not being used.
Ergonomics
Ytonet feature basic padding in the main contact areas where the majority of the load will be. It’s the same design for the forearm padding, with just enough provided to prevent any serious pressure hot spots developing. The straps can be adjusted to a long enough length where your arms are free to stretch out and maintain good control of the load. The shoulder padding in no way restricts the free range of motion of your arms.
Capabilities
A 2 person effort can lift most objects up to 800lbs. Saving on potential damage to floors as can occur when using dollies or hand trucks. The two way system is easy to use once setup for the correct lengths, allowing quick interchange between forearm and shoulder supported lifting. Making it versatile when used to carry successive objects of different sizes or weights.
Will They Work Well As Mattress Moving Straps?
While the polyester straps are not the widest available, this moving strap won’t struggle to move mattresses. The 9.5ft strap length can be limiting for the largest of items. However for most mattresses in the most common sizes the moving straps can move them confidently. Made easier when used in the shoulder support configuration.
What We Like
2 way configuration gives you the option to wear it on your forearms, or your shoulders
800lbs weight capacity is often more than enough for most household items
What We Dislike
The adjustable buckle isn’t the best we’ve seen, competitor products allow for faster adjustments
Who Should Buy This?
If you like the idea of having 2 in 1 mattress moving straps that allows for quick lifts in forearm mode. Or for more difficult lifts that would be better controlled using the shoulder supports, then these low costs moving straps can serve you well. They will not be the most comfortable or stable moving straps out there. Nevertheless are a great deal for the asking price.
What’s the Difference Between the Variants of Moving Straps
There are two main variants of moving straps. Shoulder and forearm. Moving straps will be either one or capable of being used both ways.
Shoulder Straps
Shoulder straps will sometimes feature a full vest system. Which is work with the shoulders providing the main point of support for the straps that lift the loads.
The shoulder straps in general have a higher maximum weight carrying capability than forearm moving straps. They also give you complete freedom to move your arms to stabilise or further control the load if necessary.
Forearm Straps
The forearm moving straps lay on top of your forearms, using your body as leverage to lift the items from the ground. Your lower arm and hands remain free to hold and control the object while it’s being transported.
The forearm moving straps are simpler than shoulder straps, and as such can be more durable as there are less points of failure. An additional advantage of this is that they are typically lower in cost. The trade off is that they are unable to carry as much weight as shoulder moving straps.
Why Nylon? Advantages of Nylon for Moving Straps
Most moving straps use nylon straps to support the weight of the loads being lifted. Nylon is a synthetic man-made material constructed from fabric that has several beneficial properties. These properties make it the ideal material for a mattress moving strap.
Firstly it has a long lasting properties that make for great prolonged and repeated use over time without wearing down.
To add it’s extremely elastic and incredibly strong, standing up to excessive forces without breaking.
Lastly, it’s resistant to damage by oil, UV rays, heat, mould, mildew, and other chemicals.
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