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What Size Elevator Fits a Sectional?

Sectionals separate into pieces. Measure each piece against the elevator — armless sections and corners are usually the tightest fit.

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Key Measurement

Largest piece (usually chaise: 72"L × 40"D) vs. elevator diagonal. 56"×80" cab diagonal = 98" — chaise fits.

Standard Dimensions

Item: Armless section: 34"×28–36". Corner: 38–42" square. Chaise: 34–40"×60–72".

Space: Residential elevator: 56–60"D × 80"W. Diagonal: 98–100". Fits all standard sections.

Actual clear openings are usually 1–2″ smaller than the labeled size.

Your exact dimensions probably aren't "standard." Small measurement errors cause big problems — 1 inch can be the difference between fitting and getting stuck.

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What to Measure

1Each section's dimensions separately — armless: 34"D × 28–36"W; corner: 38–42"D × 38–42"W; chaise: 34–40"D × 60–72"L
2Elevator interior dimensions — depth, width, height. Calculate the diagonal for angled loading
3Elevator door width — each piece must fit through the door, not just the cab interior
4Number of elevator trips — plan for 3–6 trips depending on the number of sections

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Trying to fit multiple pieces in one trip — one large section per elevator trip is safer and faster than cramming
Forgetting corner sections are the biggest — corner pieces (38–42" square) are wider and deeper than armless sections
Not checking if pieces separate — some sectionals have permanent connectors; verify each piece fully disconnects

Frequently Asked Questions

What elevator size for sectional pieces?

Each armless section (28–36"W × 34"D) fits any residential elevator (56"×80"). Corner sections (38–42" square) also fit. The chaise (60–72" long) may need diagonal loading in the elevator. Move one piece per trip.

How many elevator trips for a sectional?

Plan for one trip per section: a typical 3-piece sectional (2 arms + corner) takes 3 trips. A 5-piece sectional takes 5 trips. Add 1–2 trips for cushions and pillows. Budget 30–45 minutes for the elevator portion.

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