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Stocking your first living space can seem like an overwhelming task, but it doesn't have to be.
Use this 5 "S" Space Strategy to help you organize the items you will need to furnish your new living environment.
Before making any purchases, create a list of what furnishings you will need for the below 5 action areas:
Where you Sleep
Where you Sit / Socialize (leisure time)
Where you Snack
Where you Study (work or hobby area)
How you will Sanitize
Let's break these down even further into a general suggested item list of what can fit in these areas. (This list may not included everything for your specific needs, so add or subtract as needed)
Let's break these down even further into a general suggested item list of what can fit in these areas. (This list may not included everything for your specific needs, so add or subtract as needed)
Sleep - Bedroom
Bed (frame, mattresses)
Pillow & Bedding (blankets, comforter, sheets)
Dresser or Storage for Clothing
Hangers
Night Stand
Table Lamp
Alarm Clock
Telephone
Chair
Mirror
Socializing / Sitting - Living Room
Comfortable Sofa or Chairs
Side Tables
Table Lamps
Entertainment Center or Stand
Bookcases / Shelving
Coffee Table
Coasters
Snack / Eating - Dining Room or Kitchen
Table (to sit and eat)
Chairs (for table or bar)
Utensils (for eating or cooking)
Plates, bowls, glassware.
Cooking Equipment ( pots & pans, spatulas, coffee makers, can openers, blender,etc., this can be lengthy and is left to personal choice)
Study
Desk (with flat surface for writing & the computer)
ChairComputerOffice Tools (stapler, pens & pencil storage)
Shelving for books
File cabinet
Desk lamp
Sanitizing (Cleaning & Bathroom Supplies)
Sponges
Duster / Dusting cloths
Cleaning Chemicals
Plunger
Mop
Broom
Vacuum Cleaner
Towels & Wash Clothes
This list should give you a good start at setting up house and on your way to making that house/apartment your home.
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