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What Fits In the Dumbwaiter?

An items-only mini cab carries small loads; no person or furniture rides along.

Door opening width: 24 in. Use these defaults for planning, then enter your exact item and opening measurements for a precise verdict.

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Dumbwaiter

An items-only mini cab carries small loads; no person or furniture rides along.

Dumbwaiter
Dumbwaiter diagram

Typical Measurements

Door opening width
24 in
Cab width
24 in
Cab depth
24 in
Cab height
30 in
Weight capacity
e.g. 100 lb

These are planning defaults. Measure your real opening before buying, moving, or booking delivery.

Fit Notes

  • Tiny cube cab: only boxes and small parcels fit, never furniture.
  • The 24 in door caps any single item's width and depth.
  • Low weight cap means only light loads, no appliances.

What Fits?

Grocery box
Easily within the cube and weight cap.
Fits
Microwave
Compact units fit; larger ones exceed the cube.
Tight fit
Nightstand
Furniture is too tall for the 30 in cab.
Won't fit

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