Patent attributes
A load lifting system and method allows for safely and securely maneuvering a piece of furniture or other load, regardless of the orientation of the furniture or load relative to the ground. The load lifting system generally includes one or more load lifting devices, each load lifting device including a support structure for engaging the piece of furniture and a retention strap affixed to the support structure and having a releasable buckle or other fastener for securing the support structure to the piece of furniture or load. The support structure may be preformed into a box like shape defining a pocket for receipt of the piece of furniture. A plurality of handles are provided on the support structure and may include differently-oriented handles facilitating manual maneuvering and rotating of the load during lifting and transportation.