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Top Money Saving Tips for Home Essentials

May 29, 2017 By Thomas Bawdy 1 Comment

Furnishing your home is something that can end up costing you a small fortune if you let it. The problem is that we are constantly bombarded with advertising about items that we simply have to have in our homes. The fact is that you do not have to spend a lot of money to make your home look good, and turn it into a comfortable place to live.

There are ways that you can save money on home essentials. Even larger items can be purchased more affordably, if you are prepared to put some time and effort into the process. Let’s take a look at some of the ways in which you can furnish your home more affordably.

Re-using and making yourself

All too often we throw things out, just because they have started to look a little worse for wear. Have you ever thought of simply putting items to a different use? Doing so is good for the environment, and for your bank balance. For instance, creating pillow covers is just one of many uses for old curtains. Upscaling items you already have can be a great way of giving a fresh look to your home.

Buying second hand

You do not always have to buy new items for your home. You can pick up some great bargains in second hand stores, and at auctions and garage sales. Remember that you should always haggle over the cost. You will usually be able to get a reduction on the marked price. You may even want to hold a garage sale yourself, so you can make some extra cash to buy items for your home as well as getting rid of things you no longer need. This means that you end up spending less from your household budget.

Doing your research

There are some things that you would not want to purchase second hand, such as a mattress for your bed. When you are buying a mattress you need to know that it’s going to last and that it’s hygienic; you cannot do this if you buy second hand. This does not mean that you cannot get a good deal when buying a new mattress, or other home essentials. You just need to do your research, using sites such as https://www.thesleepjudge.com/best-memory-foam-mattress-reviews/ so that you ensure you get the best value for your money.

Planning ahead

One thing that we all tend to be guilty of sometimes, is buying at the last minute. This is not a good idea. If you know that you are going to need an item, give yourself plenty of time to make a purchase. This gives you chance to look around and get the best deal, instead of having to pay an inflated price because you are desperate.

It’s also a good idea to think ahead generally. There is nothing wrong in shopping during the sales in January for essential items for the following Christmas. You should spend time looking at sales and offers on a regular basis, although it’s important that you do not buy just for the sake of it. Remember, this article is all about saving money on essential items.

There you have it, several ways that you can save money but still get those home essentials that you are looking for.

Filed Under: Home Tagged With: Home

About Thomas Bawdy

Thomas writes about personal finance, investing, and encourages future millionaires as a freelance writer around the web.

Comments

  1. Mrs. Picky Pincher says

    May 30, 2017 at 9:57 am

    These are fantastic tips! I switched from paper towels to reusable cloth napkins to save money. As a bonus, I got the cloth napkins at the thrift store for pennies–and they’re nice napkins, too! In general, I’ve found that reusable items may cost more upfront, but they save more money in the long run. I also stopped buying Kleenex and made hankies from fabric scraps. I save maybe $20/year doing that, but when you do it with several items in your home, it adds up.

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