Long travel — for work, study or a scholarship — puts you in front of a hard equation: selling furniture at a big loss then buying new on return, paying rent for an empty apartment, or the smartest option: storing furniture in a secure warehouse at a far lower cost than both alternatives. Here is the complete guide.
Why Is Storage Smarter Than Selling?
Used furniture loses 60–70% of its value the moment it is used, while buying equivalent new furniture on return costs you the full price plus inflation. Storing a bedroom set, majlis and living room for a full year typically costs less than a quarter of their replacement value.
Before Storage: What Is Worth Storing?
Not every piece deserves storage. The rule: store high-quality or sentimental pieces, and sell or donate cheap pieces that are easy to replace. This sorting reduces the storage space you need — and therefore your monthly cost.
Preparing Furniture for Long-Term Storage
Deep Cleaning
Clean and completely dry every piece — any trapped moisture turns into mold or stubborn odors within months. Leather is cleaned and conditioned, fabrics are cleaned and dried, and wood is waxed.
Thoughtful Dismantling
Dismantling large pieces saves space and protects joints from long-term pressure. Bedroom sets, large tables and wardrobes are dismantled, labeled, and their screws kept in named bags.
Storage-Specific Packing
Storage packing differs from moving packing: breathable layers that protect from dust without trapping moisture, with doubled protection for corners and surfaces. At Marasi we use materials dedicated to long-term storage.
Choosing the Right Warehouse
The essential criteria: warehouse cleanliness and dryness, round-the-clock security and monitoring, easy communication with management from abroad, and a clear inventory system documenting your belongings. Ask for photos of where your furniture is stored before you travel.
Financial and Administrative Arrangements
Agree on the storage duration and price in writing, arrange a payment method that suits your absence (monthly transfer or discounted prepayment), and appoint a trusted person in Riyadh who can act on your behalf if needed.
On Return: Retrieval and Assembly
A week before your return, arrange the delivery date with the warehouse. At Marasi we deliver your furniture to your new home, assemble and arrange it — you arrive from the airport to a ready home. That is the idea of our integrated “Moving & Storage” service.
Need Help Moving or Storing Your Furniture?
The Marasi team is ready to serve you across all Riyadh districts — moving, packing, dismantling, assembly and storage. Contact us now at 0536137336 or via WhatsApp for a free consultation.
