Congratulations on becoming a new homeowner! You've bought your dream home but now what? It's time to make your house a home. You will want to create an environment for yourself that is both rewarding and inviting.

Here are a few must haves.

A High-Quality Mattress

There’s nothing like having a haven to come home to. Old or worn out mattresses are uncomfortable. Investing in your bed is investing in you! You’ll be sleeping on your mattress for many years, and it can affect your overall health and well-being, so make the investment and get a mattress that adds to your quality of life and happiness.

A Home Security System

Protect your home by investing in a home security system. No matter where you live, installing an affordable quality system provides an added level of comfort. Security systems come with many different features such as: video surveillance, monitoring, and even door lock automation that can be controlled from your phone.

Household Organizers

There are organizers for just about anything now-a-days. Whether you need somewhere to organize your kids school supplies, have a place to let your delicate clothes air-dry, or having a place to keep your miscellaneous items. These are key in developing a home that doesn’t have a lot of clutter and can add a little style!

A Grown-Up Dish Set

Have the same mind-set as you do with towels while investing in dishes. Putting a little extra cash towards a nice and sturdy set of dishes will pay off in the long run. You’ll want to purchase dishes that are practical for any occasion and can withstand normal wear. If you’re unsure about a color, white is always a safe way to go. This way they can be easily customized for any occasion with accessories such as napkins and placemats.

Cleaning Supplies

Every home needs everyday cleaning supplies. While purchasing these products, don’t go for big commercial brands such as Windex, as these products hurt our environment. Take an extra minute to find the eco-friendly brands that cost the same price, and help save our planet.

Here’s a list of practical cleaning supplies you’ll always want to have on hand in your home:

• Vacuum
• Bucket
• Rags or mop
• All-purpose cleaner
• Oven cleaner
• Stainless steel cleaner (if you have stainless steel appliances)
• Sponges
• Baking soda
• White vinegar
• Toilet brush
• Grout and tile cleaner
• Grout brush
• Plunger
• Glass cleaner

Indoor Plants

Incorporating a few simple plants in your home can do wonders for you. They not only Provide more oxygen for the home, they also reduce levels of some pollutants, such as benzene and nitrogen dioxide. Even if you’ve never been a plant parent before, you can start with something easy like succulent plants which don’t need a lot of attention to thrive.

Practical Knives

Invest in a set of high-quality knives with a blade sharpener. Cheap knives get dull quickly and will not only make preparing food harder, but put your safety in danger.

A Tool Kit

Simple tools such as a screw driver are important to keep around your home. You never know when you will run into a situation where these tools make your life easier.

High Quality Towels

Although they're a little more expensive, making a small investment in a better set of towels will save you money and frustration in the long run. Cheap towels are less absorbent, can tear and fray easily. Get a towel set that will be long-lasting and get the job done.

Art

Your home is a reflection of yourself. Fill your space with art that inspires you and can give your home a personal touch. It makes it even better if it’s not the kind that’s mass produced and sold in big box stores. Find something that is unique to you. This could be personal framed photos, something made by you or a loved one, a wall-hanging purchased on a vacation, or something else personal and meaningful. You can also buy customized paintings online, they are the best way to give a personal touch to your homes.