I'm Moving out for the first time. What should I get?

Question

Are there any things in general like items, safety first aid kit, survival tools, etc a guy and his roomate should get for their first apartment?

you know like "must have's" and "good to have's"

Answer 1

Unless your apartment is in the middle of the jungle, I wouldn't worry about survival tools.

You are, however, going to want cookware almost immediately.  Pots, pans, spatulas, and so on.

Beyond that, my advice is to go through a normal day, and take note of every item you use, and then think about which items aren't going to be coming with you to your new place.  Believe me, there are a lot more than you realize, especially if you're moving out for the first time.  Things like screwdrivers, hammers, and tape measures... laundry hampers and trash cans/waste baskets.... phones and coffee makers and a microwave (if you place doesn't come with one)...

For the first month or so you'll be running around almost daily suddenly realizing that you don't have something you need.

Answer 2

are you sure about the toilet/bathroom part, guys are infomous about being stinky in this department, yes I am talking about the "post-moving- in" phase but don't you think it's important... try gather more info about  quality bathroom furniture that you have or you will install. - that's more important than the aesthetic part.

I would suggest you read some reviews on different types of furnitures here : http://www.4bathroomfurniture.com/ know more about the and make a well informed decision

Answer 3

You can find a lot of good moving lists around, but don't hurry to buy things. You may never need a blender, for example! But you may find you need some sort of exotic video game trigger.

Here's my list of what I think you absolutely need upon moving into a new house:

a roll of toilet paper, a bar of soap, a small first-aid kit, a flashlight, a hand towel, a hammer, a pair of pliers, a set of wrenches, a roll of paper towels and water (just in case your water isn't turned on yet -- if it is, get a case of good drinks to reward yourself after moving). This should be kept in the front of the car, and unloaded first onto a central surface of the house where you can find it.

two sets of sheets, two sets of towels/washclothes, your daily hygeine stuff.

A pot big enough to boil spaghetti, and a pot big enough to boil pasta. A frying pan big enough for a pancake or two. Non-stick spatula, and a heat-resistant spatula (for digging out mayonnaise or stuff from jars). A cutting board and a big knife and a carving knife. A potato peeler.  A plate, a bowl, a cup, a set of silverware and a mug for each person. (Worry about guests later, or use disposables.)

Cleaning supplies: two or three rags, a broom, a dustpan, a mop, dish soap, two dish towels, a sponge for dishes, and an all-purpose cleaner (baking soda would work very well, too). Windex or other window cleaner might be useful, but you can use dish soap in a pinch.

I think that's all you really, really need. Everything else, start making a list (oh, yeah, notepad, two or three pencils tied to the note pad, some pens, a pair of scissors), and add to it as you need more stuff. Review it at the end of the week, and decide what you really need.

Oh, yeah, and bring groceries for your first two meals, or at least know the good take-outs and deliveries near your new home.

EDIT: Oh, and a bucket or two. They can come in handy in so many ways, you can use them as a basket, to carry stuff, and of course, if you need a bucket, there's really no substitute.

Answer 4

Well what do you use at home now? Most of those things you will need when you move. I recommend Renters Insurance, and good locks on your doors and windows. and lots of Ramon noodles.

Answer 5

George Foreman Grill and a microwave.  Don;t really need much else for cooking.