Can your treadmill fit through the door and up or down the stairs to your home gym? Treadmills weigh 200–350 lbs. Folding models, disassembly, and safe moving tips.
Fold the treadmill if possible — it reduces the length by 30–40%. Standard treadmills (28–36" wide) fit through most 32" doors. At 200–350 lbs, stair moves require at least two people and a heavy-duty dolly. Remove handrails if they add width.
Fold it first — stairs need two people minimum.
Check if your treadmill folds. Folding treadmills reduce their length from 70–80" to about 40–50" when folded upright. Non-folding models may need the console and handrails removed. Measure the treadmill in its most compact transport configuration.
Run the a Treadmill Fit Through a Door CalculatorTreadmills are typically 28–36" wide. The deck width usually fits through a standard 32" door, but the handrails or console housing may be wider. Measure the widest point. Remove handrails if they protrude past the deck width.
Run the a Treadmill Fit Through a Door CalculatorA treadmill on stairs is dangerous due to the weight (200–350 lbs) and awkward shape. Fold the treadmill if possible, use a heavy-duty furniture dolly, and have at least two strong helpers. Move one step at a time. For basement gyms, moving down is easier but control is critical.
Run the a Treadmill Fit Up the Stairs CalculatorInstall the free ItemFits extension — it reads product dimensions on IKEA, Wayfair, Amazon and tells you if it fits before you buy.
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