Just a friendly and loving mom giving some "don't forgets" list of everyday essentials you'll need if you're moving out on your own for the first time. Budget friendly options will be stated also
Sections
3
Cleaning supplies
Kitchen supplies
Personal care
Cleaning supplies
Be mindful that some apartment complexes won't allow this but I use it for bathtub, sink and toilet cleaning
Comet Cleanser with Bleach - 25 Oz
Must have for quick toilet cleaning
Clorox Toilet Wand Refills & Cleaning Systems
Great cleaner for windows, mirrors and other glass surfaces
Windex Vinegar Glass Cleaner Spray - 26 fl oz
Great cleaner and disinfectant especially when we went through the pandemic
Microban All Purpose Cleaner
These are great for everything! Mopping floors, cleaning windows and mirrors, wiping down walls and high ceilings. I use the swifter extending mop and these fit perfectly. Swifter mop is also listed in this section.
Reusable Microfiber Mop Pads
I not only use this to mop quick messes up, but also on my walls to dust, my windows to clean and the hard to reach parts of the bathroom mirrors
Swiffer Sweeper
I love this steamer mop and use it almost daily since we have 2 pups who love to have dirty paws. I also use the mop heads I put in this rec on the steamer.
Make sure you get a multi pack for cleaning different things. I usually get a different color for each room I clean. For example, bathroom gets blue sponges, yellow sponges for cleaning counters and kitchen appliances, and purple for dish washing.
Sponges and Scrubbers in Cleaning Tools(1000+)
Kitchen supplies
I like bounty paper towels but love the Kirkland brand from Costco. Make sure you have a multi pack since you'll use these a lot for quick messes and as a napkin while eating
Bounty Paper Towels
I prefer a toaster oven over a toaster since you can toast more and bigger food. Bagels, muffins, etc. But try to look for one that air fries too. Instead of baking chicken nuggets or tenders, you place them in the toaster oven, set to air fry and ba...
Black + Decker Toaster Ovens
On a budget but need plates. These are 50 cents at Target
These bowls match the plates at Target for 50 cents
Plastic Bowls Reusable with BPA-Free and Dishwasher-Safe Designs
Regardless if you choose manual or electronic, you'll always need a can opener
Can Openers in Kitchen Appliances(1000+)
You're gonna need at least 1 spatula for flipping pancakes or sausage patties
Kitchen Spatulas - Walmart.com
Stir spaghetti sauces, soups, gravy, etc. Buy at least 2, one with no holes, another with (slotted spoon to drain the liquid)
Cooking Spoons - Walmart.com
Personal care
Hand soap for your bathroom and kitchen. Don't forget to get refill bottles instead of buying a whole new bottle with pump. Costco has like a 2 bottle refill set
Softsoap Hand Soap in Bath & Body(190)
I love the smell of Gain, but it could be harsh on sensitive skin. I'll add recently for sensitive skin brand i use
