When it comes to buying your first home, there’s a whole host of items you’ll need to get your home up and running. Whilst you need to fill your home with everyday essentials and think about the details that will truly make your house a home, it needn’t cost the earth.

Anyone for a cuppa?

You need to drink to function so mugs are a definite essential (even more so if you love a cup of tea!) Choose mugs with stylish prints or quotes to add a bit of personality to your kitchen with one of the most practical items.

A jar for everything

Storage is key when it comes to keeping your home and organised and our clip-top jars are a must-have. From storing items like sugar and pasta in the kitchen, to cotton wool in the bathroom, or stationary in the office, these handy jars an affordable way to store all those endless bits and bobs you’ll need a place for, but may not have thought of. 

Let’s talk storage

Whilst we’re on the subject of home storage, larger items like bedding, clothing and shoes will need a home to and if you’re short on cupboard space, our selection of storage chests will be perfect for storing under the bed or on shelves. With handles and lids, they’re perfect for moving from room to room as and when you need them.

Time for bed

Moving into your first home is an exciting time, but it can be an exhausting one as well as you become accustomed to a new space, spend time getting the house in order and no doubt making your new place feel like home. After a busy day, you’ll be ready for bed so make it comfortable with a pair of pillows to rest your head. Try Silentnight Egyptian Cotton Pillows for pure comfort and sleep tight.

Create a feature

Okay, so new wallpaper may not be an essential when you first move home, but it is an affordable way to really make your mark and give your home some style that feels like you. Our collection of beautiful wallpapers are an inexpensive and easy way to transform a room quickly, without spending a fortune.

Make sure you’re prepared for the exciting journey as a first-time buyer with our affordable selection of home essentials. Shop Homeware