7 Essentials Your New Home May Need

As you move into your home, there are some essentials that you’ll need. With so many housewares to choose from, you might feel overwhelmed when shopping. Still, there are the most basic and absolute essentials you need to prioritize first in order to live well in your new home. You can always add more items as needed. For now, though, here’s a short list of the bare minimum of housewares you need in your new home.

Kitchen and Dining Essentials

Most of your home’s needs will come from the kitchen and dining area since these are the most actively used spaces in the house besides the bathroom. You will need the basic supplies to cook from pots, pans, and bakeware to sets of knives and things like cutting boards. You will also need sets of silverware, plates, bowls, cups and glasses. You’ll even find you might need things like spatulas, large spoons, graters and peelers sooner than you think. Don’t forget the kind of items that usually belong in the kitchen such as scissors, sponges and garbage bags too. 

Essential Appliances

Next, you don’t want to forget about basic kitchen appliances. Among the top choices include a fridge, cooking range, toaster, rice cooker, and a coffee maker. Depending on your budget and counter space, you’d also want a microwave, blender, juicer, or water purifier.

You’re also going to need other household appliances too, such as a TV, a home audio system or heating and cooling systems. Experts at E & V Energy suggest installing air-conditioning and HVAC systems for controlling the temperature inside your home as soon as possible. For the laundry room, you will need a washing machine and a clothes dryer too. 

Cleaning Supplies

Everyone wants to move into a home with gleaming floors, clean toilets, and tidy rooms. However, this is not always the case. There’s a good chance that the house or apartment you are moving in will not be in tip-top shape when you arrive. For these situations you will want to have cleaning supplies on hand. You’ll need a reliable vacuum cleaner, multi-purpose sprays and cloths to clean and sanitize surfaces and dishwashing and laundry detergent.

Even if you were moving into a newly-built home or the previous owner had it cleaned before you moved in, it will surely still have a few dust bunnies hiding in corners. Plus, it will most likely get dirty during your move. So, make sure to find that dustpan and broom!

Furniture and Upholstery

In terms of furniture, the most basic item you will need is your mattress. The rest can wait, but you will want to have them within two to four months after moving. Not buying all the furniture you want can help spread out the financial burdens and give you time to figure out your style. 

With that said, here are some of the more important items for furnishing your new home:

• Pillows
• Sofa set
• Dressers
• Curtains and blinds
• Blankets
• Dining table
• Shelves

Home Security and Safety

Even the most peaceful neighborhoods experience the occasional burglary. So, keep your new home safe from intruders with a reliable home security system. You can install intruder alarm systems, CCTV as well as new locks on your doors. 

In addition, you want to be prepared for the small home accidents that can happen. Some of the basic items you need for daily home safety include:

• Smoke detectors
• First-aid kits
• Fire extinguisher 
• Flashlight
• Batteries
• Chargers 

Bathroom Must-Haves

Bathroom essentials may not be on the top of your shopping list; however, it is a place where small touches can make or break the functionality and comfort level of this area. You visit the bathroom a lot during the day and night, so you will want it to be comfortable. Like the kitchen, it’s also a room you will need to start using right away. Some of the items you will need include:

• Bath mats
• Shower curtains and hooks
• Towels
• Bathroom cabinets
• Toothbrush holders
• Hand soap 
• Toilet paper and tissues
• Plunger

Storage Solutions

Every home needs storage space or solutions. In the kitchen, you want to get some storage containers for leftover food and snacks. Also, a few basic organizers such as condiment containers, supply racks, and dish racks and holders can keep your counter neat and tidy. 

You will also need to organize space in your bedroom and any and all closets in the house. You can buy a good set of hangers as well as adding wall-mounted shelves to make up for any missing storage space. Other things to consider are shoe racks, clothing hooks and storage benches to optimize space in your bedroom. 

Conclusion

Remember, you don’t have to buy everyone you will need all at once. You can prioritize and categorize each item based on your needs and your budget. Do your best to focus on the most important items and take the pressure off stuffing your new home with everything you need right off the bat.