Moving out for the first time is really exciting time in your life. It feels really nice to be able to do what you want and finally have that extra bit of responsibility on your shoulders as well.

Unfortunately, you often don’t have a lot of money to spend when you are moving out for the first time and you can’t really splash on decorations that much. But there are a few things that a good flat requires and which you should try to invest in.

Here are four simple things you should buy for your first flat to ensure it feels like home.

1. A Proper Place To Sleep

If there is one piece of furniture you should invest into then that is the bed. You’ll need it for getting a good rest and waking up refreshed and so you want to go for something that is comfortable.

There are plenty of good sleeping options out there. If you just live in a very small flat then even a futon sofa is a good idea. Just test it a bit before you purchase it to get a proper feel for it.

2. A Table/Desk

You also need to get at least one proper table or desk in the flat. This is especially important for anyone who studies or works at home. You need to be able to get into a comfortable position when you read or type and the experts don’t recommend lying down.

So either invest into a good kitchen table or buy a proper desk for the bedroom. There are plenty of good desk solutions available for small spaces so keep your options open.

3. Some Budget-Friendly Art

You also don’t want the walls in your room or flat to be completely empty. But posters and art paintings can end up costing a lot of money. To ensure that you add a bit of personality for your space and don’t need to spend a fortune while doing so you should consider canvas printing.

You can get plenty of cheap canvas prints with your images online. This is a really nice way of making your home look like you without breaking the budget.

4. Pretty Storage Boxes

If you want to keep your flat nice and clean at all times then it is a good idea to purchase some pretty storage boxes for you to use. These can be really handy as you can stack them up on top of each other or hide them inside a wardrobe, for example.

They will make your life so much easier so get a few. You can even make them yourself. Check out these tips by I Heart Organising. If you have shelves around the flat as well you can buy some nice fabric boxes and keep your stuff hidden in them and place them on the shelves. It is a really simple solution that won’t cost a fortune.

The above four items are a must have for your first flat. It doesn’t require much to make your flat look lovely and remember to keep second-hand options in mind as well.