Moving to a smaller Luxembourg apartment is one of the most common situations we handle at Storagelux. A sofa that filled a living room in a 3-bed house simply doesn't fit in a Kirchberg studio. A dining table that seated eight has nowhere to go in a Belair 2-bed. Here's how to handle furniture you love but can't currently use.
The Luxembourg flat size problem
Luxembourg City has some of the smallest average apartment sizes in Europe relative to their cost. A 60m² flat here rents for more than a 120m² house in many other European cities. The result: thousands of residents arrive from larger homes — either abroad or from Luxembourg itself — with furniture that physically cannot fit their new space.
The reflex reaction is to sell everything and start again. But that's often a mistake. Good furniture is expensive to replace, particularly in Luxembourg where quality pieces carry significant import markup. Storing furniture properly for 6 to 18 months while you find a suitable long-term home is almost always the smarter financial decision.
A solid oak dining table that cost €900 in Germany will cost €1,400 to €1,800 to replace in Luxembourg if you sell it now and need to rebuy in two years. Storing it for 18 months at €30 to €40 per month is almost always cheaper than selling and replacing.
What furniture Storagelux can store
How to prepare furniture for storage
Clean everything before it leaves
Any food residue, moisture, or dirt left on furniture during storage can cause mould, staining, or pest attraction over time. Wipe down all surfaces, vacuum upholstered pieces thoroughly, and ensure nothing is damp before our team arrives.
Disassemble where possible
Flat-pack furniture and items with removable legs should be disassembled before pickup. This reduces the risk of damage in transit, takes up less warehouse space, and makes delivery to your new address easier.
Note any existing damage
Before we collect, photograph any existing scratches, marks, or wear on your furniture. Storagelux fully insures all items from collection to delivery, but having your own photographic record means any pre-existing issues are clearly documented.
Cost comparison: furniture storage options in Luxembourg
| Option | Monthly cost | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional unit (5m² minimum) | From €305/mo | Unit rental only — transport not included |
| Traditional unit with transport | ~€355–405/mo | Unit plus two van hire trips amortised annually |
| Storagelux furniture storage | Custom quote | Collection, storage, and delivery — all included |
For furniture specifically, traditional storage costs are higher because furniture requires larger units. A sofa alone needs approximately 2m² of floor space, and you'll rarely have just one piece to store. A typical living room and bedroom set requires a 5–6m² unit at minimum.
Storagelux handles furniture pickup, careful wrapping, secure warehouse storage, and delivery back to your Luxembourg address — all in one service. Get a custom quote for your specific items by booking online or calling +352 691 420 024.
Furniture storage and the Luxembourg rental cycle
The most common pattern: a family arrives from the UK, Germany, or France with a houseful of furniture. They rent a smaller Luxembourg flat while settling in and finding their feet. Twelve to eighteen months later, they move to a larger place and want everything back. Storagelux bridges that gap cleanly — your furniture is photographed, catalogued, and retrievable on 48 hours' notice at any point during storage.
You don't need to know how long you'll store for when you start. Month-to-month pricing means you're never locked in longer than you need, and loyalty discounts reduce your per-item cost the longer you stay with us.
Furniture that won't fit? We'll collect it.
Custom quotes for large items — call or book online.