Did you know that nearly 28 million people, or 8.4% of all Americans, moved last year? Also, consider that Americans move an average of 12 times throughout their lives.
Whether you plan to move to your first home or rent an unfurnished apartment, you’ll want to equip your place with the right furniture and equipment. You don’t have to do everything at once. Your budget and the space you have to work with will be factors.
Here’s a look at the furniture and equipment every home should have.
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Sofa
You’ll want to get a quality sofa or sofa set for your living room or den room. It’s best to go for quality, but it doesn’t have to be brand new. If you search online classified ad sites or check out your local thrift shop, you could score a great deal and pick up a quality sofa set for a steal.
Ensure that the sofa or sofa set you buy fits your living space. The last thing you’ll want is to have an overly cluttered space filled with sofas that are too big for the floor space.
Bedroom Set
Don’t underestimate the importance of a good bedroom set–particularly a quality bed with a quality mattress and box spring. You need to get enough sleep for your health. In fact, it’s best to aim for between seven and nine hours of sleep every night to get the rest required.
Buying a bed with a comfy mattress and good pillows will help you to get proper rest.
Dining Room Set
You’ll want a nice dining room set for your kitchen. Getting a setup that’s a good fit for the room is essential. Many dining room tables have inserts that can be added or removed to adjust the table size. Use this feature to get the correct configuration for your floor space.
Lighting
You’ll also want some lighting. The ceiling lights are okay, but floor lamps and table lamps will help to give your living space some character. The good thing is that buying quality lamps won’t cost you a small fortune. You can get them for reasonable prices brand new or for super-low prices at second-hand stores. Enjoy the benefits to having adequate lighting.
Storage
Depending on how much space you have to work with and how much stuff you have, you may need storage. You don’t have to settle for anything drab and boring since there are many storage options available that will fit whatever decor or theme you go with in your home.
Of course, it makes sense to avoid moving with a bunch of stuff you don’t need or want. Before you move, decide what you want to take and what you don’t want to take. Then determine what needs to be thrown out, donated, or sold. That’s being proactive about avoiding clutter.
Cleaning Equipment
Cleanliness is next to godliness, as the old saying goes. One piece of equipment you’ll need wherever you call home is a good vacuum cleaner. Most people spend hours per week cleaning their homes.
You can make things easier by getting a quality vacuum cleaner. In fact, if you play your cards right, you can score a great deal on a name-brand vacuum. One way you can save big on your next vacuum is by taking advantage of Cyber Monday vacuum deals.
If you’re like most people, you’ll move several times in your lifetime. The recommendations above will give you some ideas as to what you’ll need right off the bat for your home.
You can always add more things whenever you’re able. But these recommendations are must-haves.