New house checklist – what to buy for a new home
Moving house is a juggling act, and deciding which basic household items you will need to set up a liveable home can be stressful. To help ensure your property isn’t missing any new home essentials, Vanguard Storage, providers of comprehensive self storage services have put together this house checklist to make sure each room in your new house is fully equipped with all the necessities.
Kitchen essentials checklist
The kitchen is the hub of activity in most homes – here, food is cooked and eaten throughout the day, and this space often serves as a storage area for cleaning and washing essentials. As such, many appliances and utensils are required for the efficient running of the kitchen area. Here are all of the kitchen basic essentials you need:
- Bin bags
- Kitchen roll
- Oven gloves
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Cutlery
- Crockery
- Mugs/glasses
- Mixing bowls
- Kettle
- Washing up liquid/dishwasher tablets
- Washing up gloves
- Tea towels/pan scrubbers
- Ladles
- Sieves
- Pots and pans
- Cooking knives
- Tin foil/cling film
- Tupperware containers
- Bottle openers
- Chopping board
- Spatulas
Bathroom essentials checklist
Out of all the rooms in the home, bathrooms are the first that will receive immediate use – so stocking up with basic toiletries will be invaluable. These are the things you need to buy for a new bathroom:
- Toilet roll/toilet roll holder
- Bath mat
- Shower curtain
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Soap
- Towels/towel hook
- Shampoos/shower gels
- Bin
Bedroom essentials checklist
Slumber in peace with the knowledge that all your bedroom essentials are on hand for a quiet night’s rest from day one. Make sure this list of bedroom basics is covered ready for moving in:
- Mirror
- Bin
- Mattress protector
- Sheets
- Spare duvet & pillow covers
- Pillows
- Blankets
Living room essentials checklist
When you’re considering what things to buy for a new house or apartment, you shouldn’t overlook your living room. Whilst throws and pillows may not seem immediately vital, you will soon miss the comfort they bring to your family and guests. These are the living room essentials you should buy:
- Rug
- Pillows
- Throws
- Lamps
- Bookcases/shelving
- TV stand
Utility room essentials checklist
For those odds and ends that don’t quite belong anywhere else, it’s wise to choose a utility space to house these vitals – whether it’s a utility room or the cupboard under the stairs. Practical items for your utility room include:
- Lightbulbs
- Vacuum cleaner
- Batteries
- Shoe polish
- Cleaning liquids
- Dustpan and brush
- Spare sponges/gloves
Self storage can be a godsend during a move – here at Vanguard, we have fully secure storage units of varying sizes to keep your belongings safe and sound. With over 50 years’ experience, we are able to offer storage solutions for any situation – we serve multiple locations, including London, Manchester and Bristol. To discuss your needs with our friendly team, please get in touch today.