Essential Items to Buy for Your New Home in Thailand

Are you moving to Thailand and wondering what essential items to buy for your new home? As someone who has recently relocated from London to Chiang Mai, I have put together a list of items you may need to consider buying.

Buying things in Thailand can often be more cost-effective than shipping them from abroad. Plus, with stores like Tesco Lotus and online marketplaces like Shopee, you can easily find everything you need in one place.

Here is my list of essential items to buy for your new home in Thailand:

Essential Items to Buy Only Once:

• Philips 2000W Steam Iron (GC1434/70) – 650 Baht
• Big round plastic laundry basket – 500 Baht
• Clothes hangers – 60 Baht per pack of 6 (20 Baht shop at Tesco Lotus Kamthieng in Chiang Mai)
• Two mugs – 60 Baht each
• 8 x 12 inches Wooden Chopping Board – 160 Baht
• Otto PT-104 1.8L Corded Jug Kettle – 280 Baht
• Hatari HE-S16M6/HT-S16M7 16inches Slide Fan – 830 Baht
• Socket extension – 350 Baht (avoid cheap options for safety)
• Plastic bucket for trash/used mop – 65 Baht
• Scotch-Brite Easy Sweeper Mop 1 set – 360 Baht
• Scotch-Brite Floor&Bath Handle Scrub – 80 Baht
• Toilet brush – 50 Baht
• Bed Set – 600 Baht (includes two pillowcases, sausage type of pillowcase, and bed sheet)
• Cover for the couch – around 300 Baht
• Smarthome Air Fryer – 1000 baht
• Dumbbells – 1500 Baht
• Towels – 150 Baht each

Resupply Required:

• Liquid Detergent for cloth washing – 100 Baht
• Toilet paper – 130 Baht per pack
• Cleaning liquid for walls – 70 Baht
• Kitchen sponge – three for 30 Baht
• Kitchen cloth – 50 Baht

Essential Items to Buy for Your New Home in Thailand – Total Cost

The total cost for buying all of these items is 7,445 Baht (217 EUR or 185 GBP on 10 February 2020) for one-time purchases and 380 Baht (11 EUR or 9 GBP on 10 February 2020) for resupply items.

Please keep in mind that your list of essential items may differ based on your needs and preferences. This list is simply meant to provide you with an idea of what to expect and to help you budget accordingly. Don’t forget to also factor in other personal care items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, and shaving supplies.

I hope you find this list helpful in preparing for your move to Thailand. Remember to do your own research and compare prices to find the best deals. Good luck and enjoy your new home!