Moving house is an expensive process. Aside from the down payment for the property, you’ve also got to buy lots of new things for the inside of your new home. Even if you’re taking some of your old furniture and accessories, it’s always nice to freshen things up and buy new items when you’re relocating. If you’re buying your very first home, you’ve probably got even more things to buy!
If you’re working with a relatively limited budget, you’ll want to avoid any unnecessary spending. You might be tempted to buy several additional items just in case you need them but it’s best to stick to the basics, to begin with.
From the smaller accessories like cutlery and clocks to the larger pieces of furniture, we’ve compiled a list of essentials. Here is everything you need to buy when you move into a new home, broken down room by room.
Kitchen
Whether you cook regularly or not, you’ll need at least the most basic kitchen equipment so that you can make your meals and snacks. Here are the essentials to buy for your new kitchen:
• Microwave
• Kettle
• Toaster
• Cutlery set
• Knife set
• Dinnerware set, including plates, bowls, and mugs
• Large serving bowls
• Spatulas
• Measuring cups
• Chopping boards
• Fruit bowl
• Food storage containers
• Set of pans
• Tea towels
• Dishcloths and washing up liquid
Living Room
To make your living room liveable, you’ll need the following items:
• Sofa
• Cushions
• Side table
• Coffee table
• TV stand
Bedroom
To keep yourself comfortable and cozy in your bedroom, make sure you purchase these key items:
Bed or pull-out sectional sleeper
• Duvet covers
• Pillows
• Blankets and throws
• Bedside cabinet
• Wardrobe
• Chest of drawers
Bathroom
The bathroom is often forgotten about when you move to a new place but there are lots of essentials that you will need to buy, including:
• Shower curtain
• Bath mat
• Towels
• Laundry basket
• Toiletries, like shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, bath salt, deodorant, and toilet roll
• Toilet brush
Dining Room
If you’ve got a dining room, you’ll also need a set of dining tables and chairs, and maybe an extra TV stand if you enjoy watching the television when you’re eating. You might also want a small rug to place under the dining table to make the room cozier.
Additional Items
There are also a few essentials that aren’t specific to a certain room in your home, such as the following items:
• Lamps
• Tables
• Curtains
• Rugs
• Vacuum
• Drying rack
• Fabric conditioner and washing powder
• Cleaning products, such as disinfectants, bleach, soap, and cloths
• Storage units and boxes
• Step ladders
• Paint brushes
• Hammer
• Drill
The lists above aren’t exhaustive and you might need a few extra items. However, you can use them as a basic guideline to ensure you don’t forget the essentials when you move.