A coastal setting and a longer distance
North Obhur is a seafront area on the northern side of Jeddah with villas, homes, chalets and rest houses. Families come for holidays and weekends, and others live there year-round. Storing furniture here differs from the inner districts in two ways. First, the furniture itself: outdoor sets, seasonal pieces and leisure equipment are common. Second, the distance to the centre of the city, which affects how trips are planned and how many are needed.
This page looks at furniture storage in Jeddah from the point of view of North Obhur residents and owners of chalets and rest houses. It explains how we handle seasonal and outdoor furniture, and how we plan a move that keeps trips to a minimum and protects furniture from salt, humidity and sun.
Who typically needs storage in North Obhur
- Chalet and rest-house owners: they need to keep furniture between seasons, during maintenance, or ahead of a sale.
- Villa residents on the move: large amounts of furniture need an in-between home before the next place is ready.
- Short-lease tenants: they leave a partly furnished home and need somewhere for what they own.
- People re-furnishing: they store the old pieces while the new ones go in.
- Long-term travellers: families who will be away for months and prefer to empty the home.
Seasonal and outdoor furniture needs different preparation
Chalets and rest houses hold outdoor seating, tables, plastic and metal chairs, swings, parasols, barbecue equipment, mattresses and floor cushions. These have faced sun, dust and salt, and need good cleaning before any storage. We rinse outdoor pieces in fresh water and let them dry completely so no dampness is trapped under covers. We take apart what can be dismantled, wipe the joints and bolts and cover them with dry cloth.
| Item | Likely problem | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Metal outdoor chairs and tables | Rust at joints and legs | Rinse in fresh water, dry fully, cover the metal |
| Parasols and outdoor fabrics | Mildew, odour, faded colour | Clean and dry, then roll into cotton bags |
| Barbecue grills | Grease and corrosion | Clean completely, remove charcoal and oil before storing |
| Swings and play equipment | Corroded metal and cracked plastic | Dismantle, cover, keep all bolts in a single bag |
| Seasonal cushions and mattresses | Damp and fungus | Clean, dry and place in breathable cotton covers |
Salt and humidity: the coast's effect on storage
Living near the sea means damp air and salty spray that settle on exterior and interior surfaces alike. Rust appears quickly on metal and some fabrics change colour. Before storage we check that each piece is dry and clean, wipe metal parts and make sure no salt residue is left. In the unit we lift pieces off the floor, avoid stacking against walls and leave aisles for ventilation. We do not use airtight plastic to cover fabric or wood for long periods.
Distance and trip planning
North Obhur is farther from the city centre than many inner districts, so trip planning matters more. The more furniture is gathered into a single load, the fewer trips are needed and the lower the time and cost. We therefore ask you to decide in advance everything you will store and to bring scattered items from the garden and annexes into one place before the appointment. We also like to agree early on a day that is not busy on the roads north, especially on weekends and holidays.
- Gather items: bring scattered pieces from the garden and annexes to one place.
- Define the load: tell us the approximate volume so we can decide how many trucks.
- Choose the day: a quiet day away from holiday peaks.
- Access and parking: we confirm that the truck can reach the site and how far items must be carried.
- Orderly loading: we load so that unloading and sorting at the unit is quick.
Villas in North Obhur
Large villas hold the usual heavy furniture: majlis sets, sofas, bedrooms and dining rooms. They need dismantling, wrapping and inventory like any villa. For a detailed look at staged storage during renovation, see our page on villa storage in Al Safa. In North Obhur, we put more emphasis on protection from salt and on checking metal parts.
Partly furnished chalets
Some chalets are rented partly furnished, so the owner's furniture and the tenant's sit together. Before we begin, we suggest listing what you really own, because our responsibility covers only the pieces you list and hand over against the inventory. The owner's pieces stay in place. This prevents misunderstandings after handover.
Rest-house majlis and kitchenettes
Rest houses often have an outdoor majlis with floor cushions, low tables and rugs, and a hospitality corner with a small fridge and tea and coffee equipment. When the property is closed for a long time, for sale or for maintenance, these items are numerous and small and easily scattered. We gather them into numbered boxes by area: one for hospitality, one for bedding, one for barbecue tools, and write the contents in the inventory, so you know where to look when you reopen the place.
Fridges, freezers and appliances in closed properties
The worst thing for appliances in a closed rest house is to be left plugged in, or with food or water inside, which spreads odours and ruins door seals. A day or two before the appointment, switch off the fridge, empty it, open the door and let it defrost and dry completely. We wipe the inside and keep the doors slightly open in the unit. For washers and small ovens we drain hoses, dry the interior and protect the cables.
Several properties, separate inventories
Some owners have a chalet in North Obhur and a house in another district, and store furniture from both. We do not mix them. Each site gets its own inventory, colour-coded labels and its own zone in the unit, so you can ask for one site's items without moving the other's.
Sun and dust before and after storage
Furniture left for months on a terrace or in an open annex carries fine dust that mixes with humidity into stubborn marks. We wipe each piece with a clean damp cloth and let it dry fully before covering. Pieces faded by the sun are noted in the inventory, to avoid disagreement later about changes in colour. On return, wipe interior surfaces before the furniture goes in, otherwise dust that entered while you were away will settle on clean pieces.
Returning before the season
For a chalet, it matters that furniture is back before the season starts or before guests arrive. We agree the approximate return date at the beginning, and arrange the unit so that the items returning first are nearest the front. We can assemble beds and tables and place outdoor seating where you want it. See our disassembly and assembly and packing and wrapping pages for the special preparation of certain items.
Cost factors in North Obhur
We do not publish fixed prices. We explain the factors before agreement: the volume and number of pieces, the storage period, the exact location inside the area, truck access, the number of trips, any dismantling, washing or special wrapping, and the return date. You can reduce cost by gathering items in one place and defining precisely what you want to store.
Mistakes seen with chalet furniture
- Storing outdoor furniture before washing and drying it, so salt and damp turn into mould and rust.
- Leaving barbecue grills with grease and charcoal.
- Covering fabrics with airtight plastic for months.
- Not gathering items in one place, which multiplies trips.
- Forgetting to set a return date before the season.
- Mixing owner and tenant furniture in a partly furnished chalet.
Checklist for North Obhur owners and residents
- Rinse outdoor furniture with fresh water and let it dry at least a full day.
- Clean grills of grease and charcoal.
- Gather scattered items from the garden and annexes into one place.
- Empty and switch off fridges and freezers before the appointment.
- Mark any piece that is not yours.
- Agree a return date before the season or the next use.
If you live in North Obhur or own a chalet there, call or message us on WhatsApp with the type and volume of furniture, the storage period and the return date you want, and we will set out the steps and expected number of trips. For moves within or out of the area, see moving in North Obhur, and for the wider picture read furniture storage in Jeddah.
Whether you are closing a chalet for the winter or clearing a villa before a move, the aim is the same: furniture that is clean, intact and in order when it comes back. Combining storage with moving into one plan keeps the trips short, protects each piece from salt and sun, and leaves you with a written record of everything we handled.
North Obhur Storage: Your Questions
Do you store furniture from seasonal chalets and rest houses?
Yes. Chalet and rest-house furniture is often stored for long gaps between seasons, so we focus on cleaning, full drying and protecting metal parts from salt.
Does the distance from the city affect timing or cost?
Distance is one of the cost and scheduling factors. We recommend booking early and combining everything into one load where possible to cut the number of trips.
How do you protect outdoor furniture from salt and humidity?
We rinse it with fresh water, dry it fully, cover metal parts, dismantle what comes apart and wrap fabrics and cushions in breathable cotton bags.
Can large mattresses, cushions and seasonal bedding be stored?
Yes, once cleaned and dried completely. They go into cotton covers that allow ventilation and are kept flat or upright depending on type.
Can you bring everything back before the season starts?
A return date a week or more before the season can be agreed. We arrange the unit so that what returns first sits nearest the front.
Can the furniture go to another district after storage?
Yes. It can be delivered to any district in Jeddah or another city, depending on your plan.