Items needed for a new house
Congratulations on your new home! Here's a comprehensive list of items you may need to get started:
Kitchen Essentials:
- Cookware:
- Frying pan
- Saucepan
- Dutch oven
- Stockpot
- Wok (if you cook Asian-style dishes)
- Utensils:
- Spatulas
- Whisk
- Wooden spoons
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Can opener
- Dinnerware:
- Plates
- Bowls
- Cups
- Glasses (water, wine, beer)
- Silverware (forks, knives, spoons)
- Appliances:
- Refrigerator
- Stove or range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
- Blender
- Pantry Staples:
- Rice
- Pasta
- Canned goods (beans, tomatoes, vegetables)
- Oils (olive, vegetable)
- Spices (salt, pepper, sugar)
- Baking supplies (flour, baking powder, baking soda)
Bed and Bath:
- Bedding:
- Mattress protector
- Sheets
- Blankets
- Comforter or duvet
- Pillows
- Towels:
- Bath towels
- Hand towels
- Washcloths
- Beach towels (if you have a beach nearby)
- Bathroom Essentials:
- Toilet paper holder
- Shower curtain
- Bath mat
- Soap dispenser
- Toothbrush holder
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Body wash
- Razors and shaving cream (if applicable)
Living Room:
- Furniture:
- Sofa or couch
- Armchair or accent chair
- Coffee table
- End tables
- TV stand or media console
- Lighting:
- Table lamps
- Floor lamps
- Ceiling light fixtures
- Decor:
- Rugs
- Curtains or blinds
- Artwork or prints
- Plants
- Vases or decorative objects
Office or Study:
- Furniture:
- Desk
- Chair
- Bookshelves
- Filing cabinet
- Office Supplies:
- Pens and pencils
- Paper and notebooks
- Stapler and staples
- Tape and glue
- Calculator
- Printer and ink cartridges (if you plan to print frequently)
Miscellaneous:
- Cleaning Supplies:
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop and bucket
- Broom and dustpan
- Cleaning products (dish soap, all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner)
- Tools:
- Hammer
- Screwdriver
- Pliers
- Wrench
- Tape measure
- Safety Equipment:
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector
- First aid kit
- Trash and Recycling:
- Trash cans
- Recycling bins
- Pest Control:
- Insect repellent
- Rodent traps (if you live in an area with rodents)
Remember, this is not an exhaustive list, and you may need to add or remove items based on your personal preferences and needs. Happy decorating and organizing your new home!