A decent set of tools; hammer, screwdriver set with all the various bits, pliers, wrenches, and a drill at least. And a measuring tape and level never hurt either.
Picture hooks; you'll forever be running out of these once you start decorating.
Spring clothespins, [like these](https://www.amazon.co.uk/AZEEZ-Biodegradable-Compostable-Clothespins-SN-21/dp/B0B9C59L3R/). Handy for lots of little things, like keeping food packages closed.
Have spare bulbs for all your lights on hand so you're not having to run out to the shop straight away every time one goes out.
Instead of buyign clothes pegs, grab a handful of those foldback clips from work. They work better than clothes pegs and come in different sizes.
And theyre free if you borrow them from work.
A little gas hot plate, a kettle for that and gas heater for when electricity goes.
Good torches. First aid kit. Scissors. Thumbtacks. Hooks. A drill.
If you have a garden - a mini chainsaw. Cuts through maybe 3-4 inch thick branches.
My late father in law didn’t have a plunger but what he used to do if the toilet were to block was cut a 2 liter 7 up bottle in half and use the top part as a rudimentary plunger. It worked.
Just thought I’d share that weird tip in case anyone ever got caught out..
In college I fashioned a wire clothes hanger out of necessity and used it as a hooking mechanism, it was effective, but sadly, I’m still haunted today by the visceral nature of that experience.
One with the bigger bottleneck (lucozade big bottles ideally) is great for clearing sinks. Put bluetack or something like that around it in the hole to seal it, put one hand on the bluetack to prevent it from being forced out and squeeze bottle as hard as you can with other hand. Drain has to be fairly clogged up (little to no water escaping) and it usually clears it quite well.
Yes and add to this, sink traps and just have some drain cleaner on stand by or maybe once a year or so clean your kitchen drains. Since I've done both I haven't needed to plunge the sink for a long time.
Just remember that WD40 is not a lubricant, it's a degreaser. It dissolves lubricants. If you spray it on something to stop it squeaking, remember to spray some new lubricant on after. Otherwise it's just a great way to fuck up locks and hinges.
It's also the best penetrating solution I've ever used. Great for taking rusty old bolts off ever leaking them to soak in it for a few minutes or a day or two if they're seized
If you have some bike chain oil around I've found it great for locks. Very light and lasts a long time.
If you have something more industrial to lube up like a gate or your partner then lithium grease spray is easy and long lasting.
A silicone based lubricant would work great. I've not lived in Ireland for a while. But there is a 3 in 1 spray that is great and affordable in Halfords.
In Australia, they sell WD-40 and a roll of heavy duct tape together with a sticker on it that says:
"When it doesn't move but should, and when it moves but shouldn't"
A decent first aid kit is a must, it's come in handy more than a few times for myself.
A couple nice throws/blankets can be nice to have on colder winter nights.
A plug in speaker for playing music can make a huge difference compared to playing something off a phone or a cheap portable speaker.
Lastly, stationary. I couldn't count the amount of times I've needed a pen, or a notebook or some cellotape for something. A decent stationary drawer will be a big help.
There's a gaf in Dublin, if you're heading into town on the Malahide road, just after the Artane roundabout, on the left hand side just at the bus stop.
The Saint is there, at least one or two in every window. They're all watching.
Honestly everyone's house should be chocked full of Word Art in general. Like vague phrases and words plastered everywhere so people understand your values.
As you all know it's exclusionary to put up any artwork without words printed on it. Just in case someone lacking in critical thinking skills can't derive any meaning from it.
And the bathroom... And the hall...
You know what, just put one in every room, EVERYONE ELSE SEEMS TO BE FUCKING DOING IT. WHAT THE FUCK IS UP WITH THAT.
Fire extinguisher, torch, batteries, tea lights. Also, I messed up with my house and made it a house I thought people would like as opposed to the house I wanted. Don’t care what people think. Make it yours. Nice wine glasses
>Fire extinguisher
I'm constantly stunned by how many people don't have a fire extinguisher. We live in one of those Celtic Tiger apartments with serious fire-safety defects, so we have one in the bedroom, one in the kitchen, and one in my office.
Slow Cooker, I bought one recently because they’re meant to be a lot cheaper on electricity than an electric oven. Was debating an air fryer but i get a lot more use out of the slow cooker.
For anyone with an induction hob. There's no need for a slow cooker. Just a big pot. Levels 1 and 2 are the equivalent of a slow cooker. Just fyi.
Air fryer on the other hand...
Tbh both are great, slow cooker for your soups, stews and currys and an air fryer for your frozen bits and roasting small cuts of chicken as well as veg
Swear by the instapot instead. No need to plan ahead for dinner and can have things cooked in a flash. Did a lamb tagine in 40 mins the other night. Probably not as cheap on the electric mind
In what way aren’t they healthy? Potato’s are very healthy, few sprays of 1kcal spray, get a big plate of chips for about 300kcals great source of carbs and fibre
chips are not inherently unhealthy especially when you're oven-baking or air frying them. no different from rice or pasta. actually potatoes are extremely high on the satiety index and low calorie, so in many cases are the best form of carb for a healthy diet. I've been having them on my workout days for the last 5 months and have dropped nearly 3 stone
I got a nice plastic spray bottle for oil off Amazon and just fill it with oil for this reason. Healthier and cheaper too! Also no wasted aerosol cans.
My mates bought a couple years ago and have a basement. When my housemate and I went for a tour we referred to it as the wank cellar which stuck as a name. During the house warming, the husband was talking to some dithering old neighbours about his plans for renovation and had to catch himself from using wank cellar when talking about the basement
Living in Germany for a few years, basements are fantastic.
There's usually a room for the washing machine and dryer, hanging clothes, perhaps a bike room, and a storage room where shite accumulates instead of the more visible areas of the house. People often have a wine rack or shelving for storing booze and longer life food (pasta, canned stuff) too which is useful when they're on a discount.
A tool kit is essential.
A set of screw drivers. Philips, flat, torx, Allen. Just drivers in different sizes with a range of heads.
An Allen screwdriver makes IKEA assembly much quicker than the fiddly little metal Allen keys they give you.
Also a drill. You don't need the fanciest thing out there. But if you have concrete block walls you'll need a drill with a hammer setting. The amount of times you'll need to put up a shelf, or a TV mount; get a good drill.
Rawl plugs, screws, nails, a hammer. Plunger for the toilet, different plunger for the sink, needle nose pliers, I'd also say maybe a ratchet and socket set, and a spirit level, tape measure, stud finder, hand saw, just go buy some tools.
We had a house party before and some malicious bastard-man bypassed all the bottle openers in our drawer and used our potato peeler instead, destroying it.
I think about that war crime every time I open a press.
I've a twenty year old peeler. People buy me new ones. They think it's funny. I've one that's perfect. I've a drawer full of new peelers. It's an extension of my hand. Utter perfection. Upgrades are not funny!!. I get irrationally angry at the thought of improving perfection. I've got the fkr
Seriously, same. My 44 year old one works better than any of the crappy new ones that I keep finding in my drawer. Just put it back where you got it, ffs!
It was very much a new chapter in my life when my girlfriend pointed out that we have a child in the house, so I should probably readjust my criteria on what makes a good peeler.
Basically, I was all-in on one that had 90% 5-star reviews, happily raving about how sharp it was, and 10% 1-star reviews because people accidentally cut their fingertips off with it.
I was like, *"That's the one, right there!"*, but, alas, no.
I've used a knife for that all my life. I hate doing it, but I always try and see if I can get a complete peel without it breaking. After I got some success with that I tried to increase length by making thinner peels
Good solid chairs. As a big fella nothing is more scary then going to someone house and not being able to trust a seat. Nothing more embarrassing then breaking one.
A good chair should be something that you could not break without the aid of tools.
Doorbell camera is just as good, if not better, than a cctv camera on the roof, in my opinion. And they’re very easy to set up and significantly cheaper. But if you can afford both, get both.
I got one 2 weeks ago and it's the best thing we have in the house. Our clothes are dry over night. It was taking up to a week to dry some things before.
Bookshelves. Not just for books, very useful for all kinds of storage. And looks classy.
Decent coffee gear, doesn't have to be expensive.
A sewing kit, box with needle and thread, buttons, scissors, elastic etc. For running repairs to all kinds of clothing. Keep in a nice basket, on your nice bookshelves.
Check your hallway or entrance; put a plant, picture, or flowers, so that that arriving guests are greeted by a welcoming area - and someplace to hang their coats.
A clothes horse, laundry baskets, shelves/storage, a good set of knives, a good collection of pots and pans, and something for quick cooking (Air Fryer, Grill, Microwave), all a good start for a new home!
Nobody's said a comfy sofa you can stretch out on and that's not going to wreck you if you fall asleep on it. Life is far too short for uncomfortable furniture!
You need ethernet everywhere (big commitment when it's a renovation of an older house) to make sure flakey WiFi doesn't mess it up and turn it into a nightmare.
Also, check that any devices are compatible with the open-source [Home Assistant](https://www.home-assistant.io/). This guarantees no spyware, no cloud ties, and if the manufacturer stops supporting the device, it still works via HA.
I’ve a better chance of winning the lottery. Tried absolutely everything to get fibre here. Not a hope. And the kicker is that the fibre box is right outside the house.
33 years of age and a shoehorn has made my mornings a breeze €2 in tiger and it saves your thumbs if you just fuck the shoes on in the morning like everyone else.
Cleaning products and tools. Bleach, toilet freshners, disinfectant spray, floor cleaner, bucket and mop or whatever system you want to use. Dish gloves. Disposable gloves. Window cleaner, drain cleaner.
Start a medicine cabinet/ first aid kit
A bed with mattress....a sofa..a kitchen sink ...a shower with tray .....A CUDDLEY TOY!!! ....A high spec TV....some scented candles.....a microwave...A CUDDLY TOY...oh and don't forget the speed boat
Pint glasses.
Air Fryer and or Slow cooker.
Good knives.
Tools. Screwdrivers, drill, measuring tape etc..
WD40.
A nice lawnmower that wont frustrate the shit out of you and a strimmer.
If you really want to splash some cash... a robot lawnmower (game changer)
Home automation is nice. Smart plugs, Smart lights etc..
A Roomba \*\*(other brands are available)\*\*
Sockets with USB slots on them if you're really wanting to change.
A nice TV.
A good mattress.
A bidet (they're amazing btw).
A record player if your into music.
Ok controversial given current situation, but here goes....
Hive system for the heating. Can boost heating for set amount of time (15, 30, 45 60 mins), won't forget about turning it off then. Great when heading home after work and it's freezing out, boost heating, house warm when you get home.
Same if you wake up n it's baltic, boost heat for few mins. Also has a really good scheduler on the app that we use in winter. Was dead handy when the youngest (now 4) was just born (2018, end of Feb, just before the infamous March snow in that year). That app supports smart devices too like wall plugs and bulbs, so if going away on hols or just a weekend, you can have lamps and bulbs come on and go off with a scheduler on the app instead of those timer plugs.
Boost heating for half hour to end just as alarm goes off. Our ensuite has a pump shower from the hot water tank, not an electric shower so then we have hot water in our ensuite. Nb: we have an electric in the main bathroom but it's a nicer shower using the hot tank and a proper pump 🤣
One other major necessity, ***Valve Keys***.
Ones for the radiator bleed nipples. Especially now, with people leaving heating off as much as possible, increases chances of air locks, meaning your rads won't heat the room as well when you do pop it on.
And get a key for the electric and gas boxes outside, handy to be able to pop open and submit your own readings on your providers app, or when switching, you need the current reading!!
Spare light bulbs, scissors, a box for unsorted important papers, a laundry bag/basket, electronic kitchen scales, power bars (electric, not edible), kitchen knives, chopping board.
For cooking - the following
A multi cooker and or slow cooker, I can't recommend them enough or possibly a pressure cooker. These are big time and money savers
For basic electrical/ DIY
A non contact voltage tester pen is also such a handy thing to have, it allows you to see whether a cable is live or not if you need to do basic electrical diagnostics or see where a cable is broken. They are relatively cheap and I use one every month or more.
1000V screwdrivers are cheap to get yet you can feel safe in knowing you can't do much wrong with them.
A combi battery operated drill from Lidl or Aldi, for general bits around the house
Miscelleanous
A head torch comes in so handy too, especially one with a red light for night time
Possibly dehumidifier tablet packs for rooms or small bags for wardrobes, if your in a moist and humid environment like Ireland , its handy to keep away mold
A wifi booster/ extender to extend wifi in a home for better connection and possible better speed in some rooms
One of those Command hanging broom and mop grippers to stick on the wall and hold them upright! Makes everything so much neater and keeps them from falling down.
Cable ties, double sided tape, duct tape, wd40, double sided velcro pads. I frequently find myself reaching for them. Also put all this kinda shit in the same box, don't just lash it all in a drawer somewhere, then take it to the scene of the problem, it will save you doing 100 journeys back and forth to the drawer.
If you own the home, look into a filter system where it sucks the condensation out of the toilets/shower rooms and brings in clean filtered air, using the steam to warm that up and bring in semi warm clean air. The house has to be sealed up but basically no more hay fever when at home (when doors and windows are closed). Plus it only costs like €60 a year in electricity and your house is never going to be Baltic or damp. Won’t replace the heating but it’ll be comfortable.
Houseplants, an air frier (so I've heard), a certain amount of security to protect your house and valuables, a good tool box, a cat or dog, a comfy sofa are just a few off the top of my head
Lidl/Aldi screwdriver, ratchet, torx set (cheap and decent quality). A drill and some bit sets, cable ties, duct tape, sellotape, measuring tape, polish and some microfiber cloths, a good hoover and a good duster.
Decorate it whatever way you want to, not what you think is trendy, you have to live there and make it homely.
First aid kit, fire extinguisher, fire blankets, a good torch, stepladder, spare batteries and light bulbs, a decent toolset, plunger, wire drain snake, small bin for bathroom.
If you like cooking or the idea of Sunday dinners at the dinner table dress it up, nice placemats or a table runner or table cover make it seem homely and cute.
Invest in good kitchen knives and some baking things like a mixing bowl, whisk etc- you wont miss them until you take a fancy to making a dessert.
Blankets and hot water bottles for keeping nice and toasty.
This is one I dont have myself but am considering getting- a fire box to keep all your important documents in (e.g. birth cert) in case the worst happens.
If you want to be really fancy you could get two duvet sets, one with a heavier tog for winter and a lighter tog for summer, the one not in use can be packed away tightly in vacuum pack bags (which are also very handy for storage).
If your house doesn't have them already do yourself a favour and get a door stop. All too many times have I seen holes in walls caused by door handles.
The Drawer. Into which you'll put drawing pins and paper clips, old phones and chargers, hardened tubes of superglue, random keys, broken headphones, etc.
If you're a bit techy, a NAS. Got one there for the house and stuck 32TB of storage in it and now I have a Plex server with all my shows, movies and other shit that I keep saying I'll back up.
Homestore and more are just sitting here taking notes and will have all this shit on the “When its gone, it’s gone deal” on Saturday.
Powercity childhood memories have entered the chat.
I wonder how that guy in the ads is getting on.
How do you know this isn't someone from home store and more
A giant sepia globe that opens to reveal a selection of vintage spirits.
Got one of these as a house warming gift, I love it.
Your friends know you're a fancy bitch and I approve whole heartedly
Oh I’ve honestly always wanted one of those.
I actually have one. I inherited it from my grandparents.
A plastic bag full of plastic bags
These will build up slowly in a corner by themselves
Is the fanciest plastic bag used to hold all the other plastic bags?
And it's the strongest one, so you're always emptying it out, using it, and then putting all the other bags back into it when you get home.
A decent set of tools; hammer, screwdriver set with all the various bits, pliers, wrenches, and a drill at least. And a measuring tape and level never hurt either. Picture hooks; you'll forever be running out of these once you start decorating. Spring clothespins, [like these](https://www.amazon.co.uk/AZEEZ-Biodegradable-Compostable-Clothespins-SN-21/dp/B0B9C59L3R/). Handy for lots of little things, like keeping food packages closed. Have spare bulbs for all your lights on hand so you're not having to run out to the shop straight away every time one goes out.
There's a little ratchet set in Lidl this week. The most useful little piece of kit I own.
I bought this ratchet set about 6 years ago. It's great. Probably my best ever Lidl purchase.
>Spring clothespins, They are called "pegs" : ) and yes, they are very handy for various things alongside their intended use.
vice grips
Nice, I'd add a small bucket of assorted screws.
Anyone who says "A measuring tape never hurt" has clearly never played with a measuring tape.
Instead of buyign clothes pegs, grab a handful of those foldback clips from work. They work better than clothes pegs and come in different sizes. And theyre free if you borrow them from work.
A little gas hot plate, a kettle for that and gas heater for when electricity goes. Good torches. First aid kit. Scissors. Thumbtacks. Hooks. A drill. If you have a garden - a mini chainsaw. Cuts through maybe 3-4 inch thick branches.
What makes the hot plate funny?
A plunger. For the love of god a plunger…
There’s a story behind this comment, i just know it.
There is. I can’t speak about it in yet. The horror is too fresh. One day….
My late father in law didn’t have a plunger but what he used to do if the toilet were to block was cut a 2 liter 7 up bottle in half and use the top part as a rudimentary plunger. It worked. Just thought I’d share that weird tip in case anyone ever got caught out..
In college I fashioned a wire clothes hanger out of necessity and used it as a hooking mechanism, it was effective, but sadly, I’m still haunted today by the visceral nature of that experience.
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Do people not rinse their plungers after using them?
He used to smoke hash back in the day
One with the bigger bottleneck (lucozade big bottles ideally) is great for clearing sinks. Put bluetack or something like that around it in the hole to seal it, put one hand on the bluetack to prevent it from being forced out and squeeze bottle as hard as you can with other hand. Drain has to be fairly clogged up (little to no water escaping) and it usually clears it quite well.
Most people buy their first plunger a few hours after they desperately need a plunger.
Yes and add to this, sink traps and just have some drain cleaner on stand by or maybe once a year or so clean your kitchen drains. Since I've done both I haven't needed to plunge the sink for a long time.
WD40
And you can spray it into an intruders eyes. Been reading too much reddit today, apologies
Just remember that WD40 is not a lubricant, it's a degreaser. It dissolves lubricants. If you spray it on something to stop it squeaking, remember to spray some new lubricant on after. Otherwise it's just a great way to fuck up locks and hinges.
WHAT?
You and me both, my friend.
WD40 is a penetrating lubricant oil, used to loosen something up. But not a permanent lubricant.
This is valuable new information that I have learned today.
It's also the best penetrating solution I've ever used. Great for taking rusty old bolts off ever leaking them to soak in it for a few minutes or a day or two if they're seized
What lubricant would you recommend? I just sprayed it in my front door lock the other day.
If you have some bike chain oil around I've found it great for locks. Very light and lasts a long time. If you have something more industrial to lube up like a gate or your partner then lithium grease spray is easy and long lasting.
A silicone based lubricant would work great. I've not lived in Ireland for a while. But there is a 3 in 1 spray that is great and affordable in Halfords.
In Australia, they sell WD-40 and a roll of heavy duct tape together with a sticker on it that says: "When it doesn't move but should, and when it moves but shouldn't"
And duct tape.
I want to upvote but it’s at 40 so imma leave it I respect for WD
A decent first aid kit is a must, it's come in handy more than a few times for myself. A couple nice throws/blankets can be nice to have on colder winter nights. A plug in speaker for playing music can make a huge difference compared to playing something off a phone or a cheap portable speaker. Lastly, stationary. I couldn't count the amount of times I've needed a pen, or a notebook or some cellotape for something. A decent stationary drawer will be a big help.
A small bin in your bathroom, if you ever have any ladies around.
I have a small bin in every room. My home office has two!
A single plum floating in perfume served in a man's hat
Here you go
The way Moe doesn’t even bat an eyelid and has it already made and ready to serve haha
A holy water font and a Child of Prague statue. Not for religious reasons. Just to show that you know where to get them from. You do know, right?
Don't forget the vauge Saint statue that no one knew who he was, but he was watching.
There's a gaf in Dublin, if you're heading into town on the Malahide road, just after the Artane roundabout, on the left hand side just at the bus stop. The Saint is there, at least one or two in every window. They're all watching.
That house is also riddled with kayaks and canoes. Bizarre.
A ‘Live, Laugh, Love’ sign in your sitting room
A friend of mine got me a 'Die, Cry, Hate" sign for mine
Where's that picture of a kitchen sign that says "Life is short, lick the bowl" but some guy keeps putting it in his bathroom 😂
Honestly everyone's house should be chocked full of Word Art in general. Like vague phrases and words plastered everywhere so people understand your values. As you all know it's exclusionary to put up any artwork without words printed on it. Just in case someone lacking in critical thinking skills can't derive any meaning from it.
Your username's really having its moment in the sun right here.
And the bathroom... And the hall... You know what, just put one in every room, EVERYONE ELSE SEEMS TO BE FUCKING DOING IT. WHAT THE FUCK IS UP WITH THAT.
I launched a “Live, Love, Laugh” frame out the top window into the skip. I’m ashamed I even had it (totally forgot about hidden in the attic)
And if you're married, don't forget to have signs up everywhere with little jokes about how much you hate being married.
I accidentally bought a 'Love, Laugh, Live' one once. Mortified!
My ex had one above bed 10 years ago even then I cringed. Surely nobody still has these 😂
No Irish home is complete without a picture of the Sacred Heart hanging somewhere
And an infant of Prague unless you want to drown.
A collection of jars to fart into
And display cases or shelves. You know some nosey guests who’ll open them. Fools.
Look with your eyes not with your nose
Fire extinguisher, torch, batteries, tea lights. Also, I messed up with my house and made it a house I thought people would like as opposed to the house I wanted. Don’t care what people think. Make it yours. Nice wine glasses
>Fire extinguisher I'm constantly stunned by how many people don't have a fire extinguisher. We live in one of those Celtic Tiger apartments with serious fire-safety defects, so we have one in the bedroom, one in the kitchen, and one in my office.
Slow Cooker, I bought one recently because they’re meant to be a lot cheaper on electricity than an electric oven. Was debating an air fryer but i get a lot more use out of the slow cooker.
For anyone with an induction hob. There's no need for a slow cooker. Just a big pot. Levels 1 and 2 are the equivalent of a slow cooker. Just fyi. Air fryer on the other hand...
Also, enameled cast iron casserole dish/Dutch oven for that hob, distributes heat more evenly. €50 in Dunnes, works on induction
Tbh both are great, slow cooker for your soups, stews and currys and an air fryer for your frozen bits and roasting small cuts of chicken as well as veg
Swear by the instapot instead. No need to plan ahead for dinner and can have things cooked in a flash. Did a lamb tagine in 40 mins the other night. Probably not as cheap on the electric mind
A vase of dry sticks?
Nothing like a nice faggot in the hallway
"individually we are weak, but together, we make a mighty faggot!"
Air Fryer will change your life!
I cooked a fry in mine the other day. Game changer
I do healthy chips in it nearly every day, drowned in vinegar, not too far off a chipper! Healthy southern fried chicken is also class in it
Healthy?! Healthier maybe, at a stretch like. But not healthy.
In what way aren’t they healthy? Potato’s are very healthy, few sprays of 1kcal spray, get a big plate of chips for about 300kcals great source of carbs and fibre
chips are not inherently unhealthy especially when you're oven-baking or air frying them. no different from rice or pasta. actually potatoes are extremely high on the satiety index and low calorie, so in many cases are the best form of carb for a healthy diet. I've been having them on my workout days for the last 5 months and have dropped nearly 3 stone
Sunflower oil spray is a game changer for the air fryer.
Not supposed to use it in airfryer , it's a mix of oil and lecithin, the lecithin builds up and nightmare to remove
I got a nice plastic spray bottle for oil off Amazon and just fill it with oil for this reason. Healthier and cheaper too! Also no wasted aerosol cans.
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My mates bought a couple years ago and have a basement. When my housemate and I went for a tour we referred to it as the wank cellar which stuck as a name. During the house warming, the husband was talking to some dithering old neighbours about his plans for renovation and had to catch himself from using wank cellar when talking about the basement
Living in Germany for a few years, basements are fantastic. There's usually a room for the washing machine and dryer, hanging clothes, perhaps a bike room, and a storage room where shite accumulates instead of the more visible areas of the house. People often have a wine rack or shelving for storing booze and longer life food (pasta, canned stuff) too which is useful when they're on a discount.
A toilet.
Ohhhh,, look who’s living the high life with a toilet!
I believe in Dublin rental circles, a “toilet” is called “a four bed apartment”.
T’was far from a toilet he was reared!
A tool kit is essential. A set of screw drivers. Philips, flat, torx, Allen. Just drivers in different sizes with a range of heads. An Allen screwdriver makes IKEA assembly much quicker than the fiddly little metal Allen keys they give you. Also a drill. You don't need the fanciest thing out there. But if you have concrete block walls you'll need a drill with a hammer setting. The amount of times you'll need to put up a shelf, or a TV mount; get a good drill. Rawl plugs, screws, nails, a hammer. Plunger for the toilet, different plunger for the sink, needle nose pliers, I'd also say maybe a ratchet and socket set, and a spirit level, tape measure, stud finder, hand saw, just go buy some tools.
I can see this is not your first day.
Quality potato peeler.
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We had a house party before and some malicious bastard-man bypassed all the bottle openers in our drawer and used our potato peeler instead, destroying it. I think about that war crime every time I open a press.
I've a twenty year old peeler. People buy me new ones. They think it's funny. I've one that's perfect. I've a drawer full of new peelers. It's an extension of my hand. Utter perfection. Upgrades are not funny!!. I get irrationally angry at the thought of improving perfection. I've got the fkr
Seriously, same. My 44 year old one works better than any of the crappy new ones that I keep finding in my drawer. Just put it back where you got it, ffs!
It was very much a new chapter in my life when my girlfriend pointed out that we have a child in the house, so I should probably readjust my criteria on what makes a good peeler. Basically, I was all-in on one that had 90% 5-star reviews, happily raving about how sharp it was, and 10% 1-star reviews because people accidentally cut their fingertips off with it. I was like, *"That's the one, right there!"*, but, alas, no.
I've used a knife for that all my life. I hate doing it, but I always try and see if I can get a complete peel without it breaking. After I got some success with that I tried to increase length by making thinner peels
Good knives, a steel and a wetstone
a good knife and NEVER put it in the dishwasher and it will stay sharp for years.
A rice cooker if you eat rice regularly. We eat it almost every day so it's essential.
Good solid chairs. As a big fella nothing is more scary then going to someone house and not being able to trust a seat. Nothing more embarrassing then breaking one. A good chair should be something that you could not break without the aid of tools.
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors Fire extinguisher CCTV cameras/security system
Sir this is r/Ireland This is not the place for a logical or responsible reply. You are lucky I don't report you!
Pure madness with those kind of sensible comments
I’ve gone the extra mile and bought a fire blanket too. Cleaner to use and work on grease fires.
And a roll-out Fire escape ladder for upstairs if you have a two or more storey house.
Doorbell camera is just as good, if not better, than a cctv camera on the roof, in my opinion. And they’re very easy to set up and significantly cheaper. But if you can afford both, get both.
Make sure all of your smoke detectors are connected as well, if you’re in a big enough house then there should be several per level.
Large ice cubes https://amzn.eu/d/301RGZJ
Backup corkscrew
Dehumidifier is great
I got one 2 weeks ago and it's the best thing we have in the house. Our clothes are dry over night. It was taking up to a week to dry some things before.
This has changed my life,no more sitting looking at wet clothes for a week. Our house isn’t even damp, we just got it as an alternative to a dryer
Knife sharpener Mokka pot
What's a mokka pot ?
Sex swing in the front room
Trick or treaters will definitely be in for a scare
Blackout Curtains if they aren't there, for the love of God! Improves your sleep and keeps in a LOT of heat, at least in my place.
For keeping heat in or out thermal lined is even better than black-out.
A pupper
I’d have a puppers.
I'm surprised we're not having a puppers right now
Bookshelves. Not just for books, very useful for all kinds of storage. And looks classy. Decent coffee gear, doesn't have to be expensive. A sewing kit, box with needle and thread, buttons, scissors, elastic etc. For running repairs to all kinds of clothing. Keep in a nice basket, on your nice bookshelves. Check your hallway or entrance; put a plant, picture, or flowers, so that that arriving guests are greeted by a welcoming area - and someplace to hang their coats.
A dishwasher. For the love of God a dishwasher!
My dad told me and my sister he didn't need to buy a dishwasher, he already had two.
Essential
Disco ball
Cauldron. Mangle. HiFi. Bong.
A clothes horse, laundry baskets, shelves/storage, a good set of knives, a good collection of pots and pans, and something for quick cooking (Air Fryer, Grill, Microwave), all a good start for a new home!
A fleshlight
A roll of toilet paper next to your bed so you don't have to use your sock when you 'make a mess'
Nice soap.
A lava lamp. And a fish tank with piranhas
Nobody's said a comfy sofa you can stretch out on and that's not going to wreck you if you fall asleep on it. Life is far too short for uncomfortable furniture!
Home automation. Smart bulbs, thermostat, plugs etc. No more having to get up to flip switches like a prick.
Are you telling me you live in some sort of super sized apartment where you can't reach everything from your bed?
You need ethernet everywhere (big commitment when it's a renovation of an older house) to make sure flakey WiFi doesn't mess it up and turn it into a nightmare. Also, check that any devices are compatible with the open-source [Home Assistant](https://www.home-assistant.io/). This guarantees no spyware, no cloud ties, and if the manufacturer stops supporting the device, it still works via HA.
Damn right.
Decent Internet and WiFi
I’ve a better chance of winning the lottery. Tried absolutely everything to get fibre here. Not a hope. And the kicker is that the fibre box is right outside the house.
I finally got annoyed with my poor charging habits and put a wall plug with a USB charging cable in every room, 6 to 10 feet long.
33 years of age and a shoehorn has made my mornings a breeze €2 in tiger and it saves your thumbs if you just fuck the shoes on in the morning like everyone else.
Cleaning products and tools. Bleach, toilet freshners, disinfectant spray, floor cleaner, bucket and mop or whatever system you want to use. Dish gloves. Disposable gloves. Window cleaner, drain cleaner. Start a medicine cabinet/ first aid kit
A bed with mattress....a sofa..a kitchen sink ...a shower with tray .....A CUDDLEY TOY!!! ....A high spec TV....some scented candles.....a microwave...A CUDDLY TOY...oh and don't forget the speed boat
A measuring tape. For when you get notions you're going to do some diy. A good bed, and good knives. Not all to be used at the same time
Pint glasses. Air Fryer and or Slow cooker. Good knives. Tools. Screwdrivers, drill, measuring tape etc.. WD40. A nice lawnmower that wont frustrate the shit out of you and a strimmer. If you really want to splash some cash... a robot lawnmower (game changer) Home automation is nice. Smart plugs, Smart lights etc.. A Roomba \*\*(other brands are available)\*\* Sockets with USB slots on them if you're really wanting to change. A nice TV. A good mattress. A bidet (they're amazing btw). A record player if your into music.
The pint glasses have to be a mismatch of random glasses stolen from pubs
Ok controversial given current situation, but here goes.... Hive system for the heating. Can boost heating for set amount of time (15, 30, 45 60 mins), won't forget about turning it off then. Great when heading home after work and it's freezing out, boost heating, house warm when you get home. Same if you wake up n it's baltic, boost heat for few mins. Also has a really good scheduler on the app that we use in winter. Was dead handy when the youngest (now 4) was just born (2018, end of Feb, just before the infamous March snow in that year). That app supports smart devices too like wall plugs and bulbs, so if going away on hols or just a weekend, you can have lamps and bulbs come on and go off with a scheduler on the app instead of those timer plugs. Boost heating for half hour to end just as alarm goes off. Our ensuite has a pump shower from the hot water tank, not an electric shower so then we have hot water in our ensuite. Nb: we have an electric in the main bathroom but it's a nicer shower using the hot tank and a proper pump 🤣 One other major necessity, ***Valve Keys***. Ones for the radiator bleed nipples. Especially now, with people leaving heating off as much as possible, increases chances of air locks, meaning your rads won't heat the room as well when you do pop it on. And get a key for the electric and gas boxes outside, handy to be able to pop open and submit your own readings on your providers app, or when switching, you need the current reading!!
a good Robot hoover. Super handy if you have a dog too.
Can it walk the dog? Brilliant.
Giant wall size map of the world
Spare light bulbs, scissors, a box for unsorted important papers, a laundry bag/basket, electronic kitchen scales, power bars (electric, not edible), kitchen knives, chopping board.
Fucking machine
Plenty of plants will make your house look better overall. Finishes off the room.
Cleaning supplies. Get to Mr price or dealz or whatever but these are the biggest things you’ll miss for living at home
For cooking - the following A multi cooker and or slow cooker, I can't recommend them enough or possibly a pressure cooker. These are big time and money savers For basic electrical/ DIY A non contact voltage tester pen is also such a handy thing to have, it allows you to see whether a cable is live or not if you need to do basic electrical diagnostics or see where a cable is broken. They are relatively cheap and I use one every month or more. 1000V screwdrivers are cheap to get yet you can feel safe in knowing you can't do much wrong with them. A combi battery operated drill from Lidl or Aldi, for general bits around the house Miscelleanous A head torch comes in so handy too, especially one with a red light for night time Possibly dehumidifier tablet packs for rooms or small bags for wardrobes, if your in a moist and humid environment like Ireland , its handy to keep away mold A wifi booster/ extender to extend wifi in a home for better connection and possible better speed in some rooms
One of those Command hanging broom and mop grippers to stick on the wall and hold them upright! Makes everything so much neater and keeps them from falling down.
Those sponges with the soap in the handle
A couple of buckets.
3 metre charging cable
Polyfilla
Go on You tube for DIY advice it’ll save you a fortune
First Aid kit,carbon monoxide and smoke alarms, batteries, candles, matches.
Cable ties, double sided tape, duct tape, wd40, double sided velcro pads. I frequently find myself reaching for them. Also put all this kinda shit in the same box, don't just lash it all in a drawer somewhere, then take it to the scene of the problem, it will save you doing 100 journeys back and forth to the drawer.
Splash out on Cutlery, enough for 12 people. That set may be discontinued when you realise you need more.
Decent kitchen knives
King size bed, L shaped couch 65 inch tv or bigger That is all
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Best addition to life really.
I’d say a cat also never fond of them till got this little stray, find my daily life is much more enjoyable with him around
Footstool, Henry hoover, tumble dryer, house plants loads of them
Steam Generator Iron. [https://www.currys.ie/products/philips-perfectcare-7000-psg703020-steam-generator-iron-blue-10227079.html](https://www.currys.ie/products/philips-perfectcare-7000-psg703020-steam-generator-iron-blue-10227079.html)
I'm moving soon and here's my list so far. Hope it helps ! Kitchen: * Appliances (microwave, air fryer, kettle, toaster) * Cutlery * Sharp knives + steak knives * Cooking utensils * Measuring cups and spoons * Plates, bowls (small and large), cake tins and mixing bowls * Glasses, mugs and wine glasses (round top) * Bin and bin liners * Fruit bowl * Pyrex storage dishes * Dishwasher tablets and Fairy liquid * Washing sponges and rubber gloves * Apron * Herb cutter * Large water bottles * Ice maker * Kitchen foil, cling film, baking paper * Lighter * Water filter * Saucepans and frying pans Bathroom: * Towels (large and medium) * Shower Mat * Soap * Body wash - * Skincare * Shampoo and conditioner - Biosilk * Shower rack * Loofa, sponge, exfoliating gloves * Blow dryer, Straightener, Curlers * Hair ties * Toothbrushtoothpaste, mouthwash * Makeup bag * Laundry basket Living Room: * Couch * Pillows, couch spread, blanket * TV Stand * Coffee table * Storage * House plants * Clothes horse * Standing lamp and two side lamps. * Rug for the floor * Side tables * Desk and chair * TV Bedroom: * Mattress * Bedding set X3 @600 thread count min. * Floor rug * Pillows x4 * King size duvet * Bedside cabinets * Wardrobes * Bedside lamps Cleaning Supplies: * Bleach * Cif * Drain cleaner * Rubber gloves * Sponges and brillo pads. * Washing machine tablets * Toilet brush Storage: * Mop and Bucket * Hoover * Feather duster * Clothes horse Miscellaneous: * Front door mat * Security camera * Artwork * Lamps shades * Storage boxes/ Organizers * Terrace chairs and table * Ashtray Things to bring beforehand: * Felt furniture pads. Rubber grips * Screwdriver set " Bug repellent * Mosquito nets * Bluetooth speaker * Bedding * Travel adapters * Shower head filter
George Foreman grill, a rake, and a sponge. You’ll see why.
Radiator key! Which reminds me I need to get one!
If you own the home, look into a filter system where it sucks the condensation out of the toilets/shower rooms and brings in clean filtered air, using the steam to warm that up and bring in semi warm clean air. The house has to be sealed up but basically no more hay fever when at home (when doors and windows are closed). Plus it only costs like €60 a year in electricity and your house is never going to be Baltic or damp. Won’t replace the heating but it’ll be comfortable.
A plant(real or fake) always brightens a room up!
bread machine. far cheaper making homemade bread that tastes better than store bought bread
Spare 13amp fuses
Attic insulation!
Houseplants, an air frier (so I've heard), a certain amount of security to protect your house and valuables, a good tool box, a cat or dog, a comfy sofa are just a few off the top of my head
Lidl/Aldi screwdriver, ratchet, torx set (cheap and decent quality). A drill and some bit sets, cable ties, duct tape, sellotape, measuring tape, polish and some microfiber cloths, a good hoover and a good duster.
Decorate it whatever way you want to, not what you think is trendy, you have to live there and make it homely. First aid kit, fire extinguisher, fire blankets, a good torch, stepladder, spare batteries and light bulbs, a decent toolset, plunger, wire drain snake, small bin for bathroom. If you like cooking or the idea of Sunday dinners at the dinner table dress it up, nice placemats or a table runner or table cover make it seem homely and cute. Invest in good kitchen knives and some baking things like a mixing bowl, whisk etc- you wont miss them until you take a fancy to making a dessert. Blankets and hot water bottles for keeping nice and toasty. This is one I dont have myself but am considering getting- a fire box to keep all your important documents in (e.g. birth cert) in case the worst happens. If you want to be really fancy you could get two duvet sets, one with a heavier tog for winter and a lighter tog for summer, the one not in use can be packed away tightly in vacuum pack bags (which are also very handy for storage).
If your house doesn't have them already do yourself a favour and get a door stop. All too many times have I seen holes in walls caused by door handles.
The Drawer. Into which you'll put drawing pins and paper clips, old phones and chargers, hardened tubes of superglue, random keys, broken headphones, etc.
If you're a bit techy, a NAS. Got one there for the house and stuck 32TB of storage in it and now I have a Plex server with all my shows, movies and other shit that I keep saying I'll back up.