#movingpianos

Wondering if movers in Canada handle pianos or other large items? The answer is a big YES! Professional movers like Quick Movers BC specialize in moving heavy, delicate belongings such as pianos, bulky furniture, and specialized equipment with expert care. Whether you're moving locally or across the country, their team uses specialized tools like dollies, padding, and custom crates to keep your large items safe throughout the move.

Moving a piano isn’t easy — it requires skill and special equipment because of its weight and fragility. That’s why trusting experts like Quick Movers BC is essential. They also handle large furniture, appliances, office equipment, and specialty items, offering services like Furniture Removal, Specialized Equipment Moving, and Commercial Moving. Plus, their Packing and Unpacking Services ensure everything is carefully wrapped and secured.

Preparing your large items is important too! Clear pathways, disassemble what you can, and protect surfaces with blankets or padding to make the move smoother. Quick Movers BC serves many locations across Canada, including Delta, Richmond, Surrey, Abbotsford, Burnaby, Langley, and more.

You may have heard of grand and upright pianos, but did you know that there are a number of other sizes and styles of pianos? As experts in moving pianos for St Paul and the surrounding areas, we are quite familiar with different types of pianos and their unique needs. That’s why we’ve put together an easy to use outline of the different types and sizes of pianos. That way, when it’s time to move your piano, you’ll know how to seek the right moving services for your specific instrument.

Horizontal or Grand Pianos

Grand pianos are referred to as horizontal pianos because of their length and the placement of their strings. Grand pianos are said to produce finer tones and have the most responsive key action. There are six different types of horizontal or grand pianos. Listed from smallest to largest, these include:

Petite Grand. The smallest of the horizontal pianos, ranging in size from 4’ 5” to 4’ 10”. It may be small but it still sounds mighty!

Baby Grand. One of the most popular types of piano; it in size from 4’ 11” to 5’ 6”. Baby grands are popular because of their sound quality, aesthetics and affordability.

Medium Grand. Slightly larger than the baby grand.

Parlor Grand. Ranges from 5’ 9” to 6’ 1” in size. Also called living room grand piano.

Semiconcert/Ballroom. Slightly larger than the parlor grand.

Concert Grand. At around 9’, it is the largest of the grand pianos.

Vertical Pianos

Referred to vertical pianos due to their height and position of their strings. Here are the different types:

Upright. The tallest among the vertical pianos, with a height ranging from 50 to 60 inches and an approximate width of 62 inches. This is a classic piano and when cared for properly, stands the test of time and maintains its rich tone.

Studio. What is usually seen in music schools and music studios. It is around 45 to 48 inches in height.

Console. Slightly larger than the spinet, ranging from 40 to 43 inches tall. This type of piano comes in various styles and finishes.

Spinet. 36 to 38 inches in height and an approximate width of 58 inches. They are the smallest of the pianos and a popular choice for those with limited space.