To learn more tips for settling into a new space,check out our full guide here.

We asked pros to share the best home essentials everyone needs for their first home.

A third essential for this space is bedside end tables ornightstands, according to Vernazza.

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And don’t underestimate the cutting board: it can help prevent damage and scratches to your countertop.

This can be abreakfast nookif your home has a larger eat-in kitchen or on thekitchen islandor peninsula.

Bedside end tables and nightstands

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Its recommended to install detectors on each level of the home, even the attic and basement.

you could invest in detectors that have a combination of smoke and carbon monoxide.

Just be sure to follow each units instructions for best placement.

Eat-in kitchen dining nook

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For this reason, its best to have anextension cordor two on hand.

Ronca agrees, suggesting that at minimum, homeowners should have a screwdriver, hammer, and measuring tape.

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