White Glove & Two-Man Delivery: What It Is and When You Need It

The two terms overlap but aren't identical:

• Two-man delivery — two drivers, so heavy or bulky items can be safely carried in, up stairs, or around tight corners. Focused on safe handling and getting the item to the right room.
• White glove delivery — everything two-man delivery includes, plus unpacking, positioning, and removal of packaging on request. Common for furniture, retail fixtures, and client-facing deliveries where presentation matters.

Route46 offers both, and the right choice usually comes down to one question: does the item just need to arrive safely, or does it need to be ready to use the moment the driver leaves?

This service level comes up across very different situations:

• Furniture and appliance retailers — delivering direct to customers, often with old item removal as part of the job.
• Events and exhibitions — stands, display units, and equipment that need positioning on-site, not just dropping at a loading bay.
• Office relocations — desks, cabinets, and IT equipment moved between floors or buildings.
• Private customers — large purchases like wardrobes, sofas, or gym equipment that a courier van alone can't safely handle solo.

If stairs, tight doorways, or a specific room are involved, mention it when you book — it affects which vehicle and crew size is right for the job.

Is two-man delivery available same day? Yes, subject to crew and vehicle availability — book as early as possible for same-day two-man jobs, since they need more planning than a single-driver run.

Will the driver take away old packaging or an old item? This can be arranged as part of a white glove booking — confirm it when you book so the crew comes prepared.

What if my item needs to go up several flights of stairs? Tell us the floor and whether there's a lift. It changes the crew size and timing needed, and we'd rather know upfront than find out on the day.

Booking a large or awkward item? Get a quote and describe the access — stairs, lifts, parking — so we send the right crew.