Author Information
By Layla Hassan, Home Storage Specialist at SafeStorage Dubai
The ideal manner for storing furniture during any type of renovation in Dubai is to remove the items to a self-storage facility until all the work has been completed. In other words, before the demo phase, it would be a good idea to vacate all of the furniture from the rooms that will be under construction, including properly protecting each piece of furniture and then removing it from the area until the job is finished (at which time the contractor will be able to complete their project at a much faster pace).
This will not only protect your furniture from dust, paint, and other damage, but will give your contractor a clear area to efficiently get the work done. Here’s exactly how to get this completed: when to move your furniture out, how to protect your furniture, the size of storage unit needed, and the average pricing of short-term storage in Dubai during renovations.
Why You Should Move Furniture Out During a Renovation
Old houses often get renovated. It's better to remove furniture before a renovation, so that dust deposits cannot accumulate in the furniture and electronics during the drilling or sanding process.
Paint can splatter on unexpected surfaces. Heavy items can be bumped into, scratched, and/or chipped when contractors are moving from one area of the house to another. Even covered items will be negatively affected over the course of a multi-week project.
Self-storing your furniture will help with three things at the same time. It allows your furniture to remain undamaged, contractors to have a clear work area and finish sooner,r and lastly, the home will feel less chaotic while the work is being done.
Most renovations are less than what you would pay to replace a damaged sofa, therefore providing peace of mind while completing your renovations. [Get Free Quotation]
When to Move Your Furniture Into Storage
It’s best to move furniture out before starting any demolition, sanding, or painting in your home, me and not halfway through the renovation process. Dust will start moving the moment work starts. The best way to do this is to make sure you empty the affected areas a day or two before the contractor arrives.
If only part of the house is going to be renovated, you can stage the renovations on a room-by-room basis; anything in the work area or near the work area should be removed.
Because time frames for renovations often slip, you will want to choose a self-storage facility that will allow you to extend your rental on a month-to-month basis rather than being committed to a longer term. You will then bring all of your items back once the work is completed and the space is cleaned up.
How to Protect Your Furniture in Storage, Step by Step:
1. Clean every piece of furniture before placing it in storage. There is a chance that dust and moisture can penetrate through the wrapping of your furniture and create either stains or mould, so make sure each piece has been wiped down and has completely dried before packing.
2. Disassemble whatever you can disassemble: legs off tables, cushions from cushions, and beds from bed frames. Flat things stack neatly and take up less room, so your unit cost is lowered. [Get Free Quotation]
3. Wrap items in different materials; for example, use moving pads or packing blankets on wood or glass, with breathable covers on upholstery, and unless you're purposely trying to keep moisture away from a fabric, don't wrap the fabric in plastic because it will trap the moisture in and may cause mould.
4. Load items carefully; put heavy items on the floor, followed by lighter items. Leave a little room between the items and the walls so air can circulate. Label boxes for easy access once your renovation is finished.
What Size Unit and How Much Does It Cost
The unit size depends on how much you're storing. As a rough guide, a medium unit holds the contents of a one-bedroom space, while a large unit takes a full household's furniture. For a typical renovation, you'll want a medium or large unit for one to three months.
Self-storage Dubai prices depend on the size and how long you keep it. This makes us one of the genuinely cheap storage options in Dubai without compromising on security. Since renovation storage is usually short, you pay month to month with no penalty for leaving early.
If your project runs long, long-term storage in Dubai works out cheaper per month. Whether you need personal storage in Dubai for a home reno or business storage in Dubai during an office fit-out, the unit scales to your needs.
Choosing the Right Storage Facility in Dubai
Not every storage facility in Dubai is equal. If you are in the process of comparing storage facilities in Dubai, there are some key considerations to keep in mind.
-
Security: 24/7 CCTV coverage is in place for their facilities and buildings. Secure self-storage is non-negotiable.[Get Free Quotation]
-
Free pickup of your furnishings; we pick up your furniture at no additional charge, so you don't have to move your furniture around the city while renovating.
-
Flexible terms for month-to-month contracts because renovations are difficult to predict.
-
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees on your first invoice. [Get Free Quotation]
People searching for safe storage Dubai providers or the best storage solutions Dubai has to offer choose us because we handle the pickup, protect their belongings, and bring everything back when the work is done.
How SafeStorage Makes Renovation Storage Easy
-
Tell us what you're storing and roughly how long. We recommend the right unit size so you don't overpay.
-
We provide free pickup of your furniture and will also pack your furniture if needed, but we will pick up your furniture and bring it to our facility.
-
Upon storing your furniture, it should stay in our CCTV-monitored facility, where you can only access your own belongings. [Get Free Quotation]
-
When the renovation is finished, we deliver everything back to your refreshed home.
Testimonial
“We renovated our kitchen and living room and needed everything out for about two months. SafeStorage collected it all in one afternoon, stored it spotless, and delivered it back the day after the contractors finished. The short-term price was far lower than I expected, and having empty rooms made the whole renovation go faster.” — Sarah Thompson, Arabian Ranches.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I store furniture during a home renovation in Dubai?
Moving your belongings into a self-storage facility before you begin work is best. Before moving them to a storage unit, clean and wrap each item using moving blankets, not plastic, as the surface creates moisture that can damage them.
2. When should I move furniture out for a renovation?
Remove all furniture before the demolition, sanding,g and painting work starts. If you can, do this the day before contractors arrive, as they will immediately make dust, and you want them to work quickly, complete the job, ob and avoid getting your furniture dusty. [Here More Information]
3. What size storage unit do I need for renovation furniture?
A medium unit holds the contents of a one-bedroom space, and a large unit takes a full household's furniture. For most home renovations, a medium or large unit for one to three months is enough. Tell SafeStorage what you're storing, ing and we'll recommend the right size.
4. How much does it cost to store furniture during a renovation?
The exact cost depends on the unit size and how long you store it. Renovation storage is usually short-term, so you pay month to month with no penalty for leaving early, and self-storage Dubai prices are shown upfront with no hidden fees.
5. How do I protect wooden furniture in storage?
Cleaning the furniture, drying it, and using moving blankets rather than plastic will help protect it from moisture getting trapped between the two while stored. [Here More Information]
6. Is it cheaper to store furniture or replace it after a renovation?
Storage will usually be less expensive than replacing your sofa, dining set or wardrobe after it has been damaged. For the typical renovation, one to three months of storage will protect thousands of dirhams' worth of furniture, for a very low monthly fee.
7. Can I store furniture for just one month?
Yes. Short-term storage in Dubai is designed for exactly this. You rent month to month and extend or close the unit whenever your renovation wraps up, with no long lease required.
8. Will my furniture be safe from dust and damage in storage?
Absolutely. Your furniture is completely separated from the dust and activity arising from the renovation in a secure self-storage unit. Each storage unit at SafeStorage contains 24/7 monitoring and ringing, key padlock access, so your items remain clean, safe and protected at all times.
9. Do storage companies in Dubai offer pickup for renovation furniture?
Yes, some do. SafeStorage offers free furniture pick-ups within the Dubai area (a service for which many other storage companies charge a fee). The SafeStorage team will collect, transport, and return your furniture after the renovation project is finished.
10. What's the difference between short-term and long-term renovation storage?
Short-term storage suits most renovations, lasting weeks to a few months. If your project runs longer, long-term storage in Dubai works out cheaper per month because rates improve the longer you commit. You can switch between the two as your timeline changes.
The Bottom Line
Storing furniture while you're renovating your home in Dubai breaks down to three things: remove your furniture before the commencement of dust/debris, protect your furniture while it's stored in an environment, and utilize storage that meets your timelines.
SafeStorage receives your furniture, protects your possessions, and returns your belongings when your job is completed. Clear your rooms, allow your contractor to do their job, and then return home to find all of your furniture in perfect condition. [Here More Information]
Renovating soon? Get your furniture out of the dust.
Call +971 50 577 3388 or visit safestorage.ae — free pickup across Dubai.