25 Crucial Things Every Man Should Have In His Apartment
Nov 20, 2024
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Men need more than a folding chair and a TV in their apartment living rooms. While simplicity can be nice, your living space should have gear to make your life easier. What should you add to yours? Here are 25 things every man should have in his apartment.
Furniture
Men’s apartment decor starts with furniture. Where else will you watch TV or rest your head at night? A man’s furniture needs to be functional and comfortable. Style is important too, but it shouldn’t be the ultimate deciding factor. Here are furniture essentials for men’s apartment life.
1. Queen-Sized Bed
You need to upgrade from your twin bed to a queen-sized bed. There are two reasons for this upgrade. First, extra space to sleep is always nice. Second, and more importantly, you will need a queen-sized bed if and when you have a romantic partner. Making love on a twin bed is not ideal. Get yourself a queen-sized bed and save yourself the embarrassment.
Our pick: Mubulily 10-Inch Hybrid Mattress
2. Armchair
Every man’s apartment needs a good armchair for watching TV, playing video games or taking an impromptu afternoon nap. It’s arguably the most important piece of furniture in the house after the bed. Consider it among the things every man should own by 25.
Our pick: VINGLI Mid Century Modern Accent Chair
3. Work Desk
Even if you don’t work remotely, a work desk is still something every man should have in his apartment. You need a designated place where you can work on personal projects or work-related assignments. Alternatively, you may need a gaming space.
Our pick: Furmax Electric Height Adjustable Standing Desk
4. Full-Body Mirror
A full-body mirror enables you to inspect your entire appearance from head to toe before leaving. It’s important to get a complete picture of your outfit. The bathroom one isn’t going to cut it! A full-body mirror is one of the most underrated men’s apartment essentials.
Our pick: HARRITPURE 64″x21″ Full-Length Mirror
5. Bookshelf
Even if you’re not a big reader, you should have at least one fully stocked bookshelf in your apartment. A bookshelf can provide a very insightful glimpse into your personality that guests love to see. Slowly add books and magazines to the shelf until it’s completely full.
Our pick: LEYAOYAO Cube Bookshelf
Kitchen
Now let’s move to the kitchen. This area of your apartment should resemble a culinary workshop. You should have various cooking and eating utensils within the space, especially if you frequently have guests. Here are four apartment essentials for guys who love to cook.
6. Matching Dish Set
Rather than using a bunch of randomly assorted plates, bowls and silverware, get a matching dish set instead. A dish set will make your kitchen look much more professional. It might also motivate you to do the dishes more often instead of letting them pile up in the sink.
Our pick: Pfaltzgraff Trellis White 16-Piece Dinnerware Set
7. Coffee Maker
Almost everyone drinks coffee these days, but not everyone has a coffee maker. Even if you’re not a coffee drinker or prefer to buy yours from Starbucks, you should still have a coffee maker. Get a smart machine as one of the cool things for your apartment that will wow guests.
Our pick: Hamilton Beach Works with Alexa Smart Coffee Maker
8. Air Fryer
Air fryers have boomed in popularity in the last few years because they can cook virtually any meal. You will be able to make a lot more recipes in your apartment with an air fryer at your disposal. Plus, the machine uses minimal oil and makes your meals even healthier.
Our pick: Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1
9. Cast Iron Skillet
Ditch your old, worn-out pan and switch to a cast iron skillet. They take longer to heat up, but they retain the seasoning from previous meals and make your food taste much better. Plus, they’re rugged, manly and one of the things every man should own by 25.
Our pick: Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet
Bathroom
Every man should have a daily hygiene routine to keep their appearance clean and presentable. That doesn’t mean you have to fill your bathroom cabinet with a bunch of hygiene products. On the contrary — simplicity is much better. These men’s apartment bathroom essentials improve your hygiene habits and make your apartment more accommodating.
10. Multi-Towel Set
Just like a matching dish set in your kitchen, a matching towel set will significantly improve your bathroom’s appearance. Plus, it makes a lot more sense to have different towel sizes. Not everyone is the same height! Account for all the guests in your apartment.
Our pick: Utopia Towels 8-Piece Premium Towel Set
11. Bathrobe
Who doesn’t love a comfortable bathrobe? This piece of clothing will help you relax at the end of the day and give your man parts some breathing room. Get a soft one so you can lounge at night. Once you have a robe, you’ll believe it’s one of the apartment essentials for guys.
Our pick: NY Threads Men’s Hooded Fleece Bathrobe
12. Face Lotion
You shouldn’t use the same lotion to moisturize your entire body. Get a special lotion specifically for your face! After a couple of weeks, you will notice a big difference in your face’s smoothness and lack of acne. Plus, you’ll smell wonderful to your partner.
Our pick: Every Man Jack Daily Face Lotion for Men
13. Toilet Spray
Guys take lots of pride in stinking up the bathroom, but it’s still rude when women are around. For that reason alone, toilet spray is a small thing every man should have in his apartment. The last thing you want is to drive away friends and romantic partners!
Our pick: Poo-Pourri Before-You-Go Toilet Spray
14. Ladies’ Bathroom Products
You should also keep a small supply of ladies’ bathroom products in your apartment. If you have female company, they can comfortably do their business. Women will greatly appreciate your hospitality. Do it for your girlfriend, mother, sister and others in your life!
Our pick: Body & Earth Gift Set for Women
Decor
Decorating isn’t a strong suit of the male sex. We usually leave the decorating to women, who have a much better sense of interior arrangement. However, you need to at least cover the basics of apartment design. Here are four men’s apartment decor essentials for your apartment.
15. Framed Artwork
Putting up a few picture frames around your apartment will give its appearance a huge boost. Some artwork here and there fills up the empty wall space and shows off your artistic side. It doesn’t have to be anything crazy. Just a few simple paintings or portraits will do the trick.
Our pick: ANERZA 16 PCS Framed Vintage Wall Art Decor
16. Houseplants
Plants are great apartment decorations for several reasons. First, they introduce more color to the space. Second, they act as natural air purifiers by absorbing carbon dioxide and other air pollutants, improving your apartment’s air quality.
Our pick: Costa Farms Live Plants
17. Bar Cart
A bar cart says a lot about your social life — it demonstrates that you know something about alcohol and have guests over on a regular basis. Even if you’re not a huge drinker, you should have a small bar cart in your kitchen. If you’re an aspiring bartender, it’s one of the things every man should own by 25.
Our pick: VASAGLE Bar Cart Gold
18. Curtains
Surprisingly, not many apartments have curtains. Adding curtains to your apartment will allow you to control the natural light and give you more privacy. Consider blackout curtains if you need more rest or are a light sleeper.
Our pick: LEMOMO Blackout Curtains
Miscellaneous Must-Haves
Men’s apartment essentials extend beyond the bedroom, bathroom and kitchen. If you want guests to enjoy themselves, you need to add these items to your repertoire ASAP.
19. Portable Fan
A portable fan is a must-have for any living situation. It keeps you comfortable during the summer, promotes good air circulation and creates white noise to help you sleep. Who doesn’t love a good fan to relax in the middle of the day?
Our pick: Honeywell HTF090B Turbo on the Go Personal Fan
20. Candles
Scented candles are traditionally a woman’s thing, but a man’s apartment should have them too. You need something potent, yet pleasant to cut through the other stenches in your apartment. Plus, the small flame has a calming effect after you finish cleaning.
Our pick: Auelife Scented Candles Set
21. Quality Speaker
A great Bluetooth speaker is the centerpiece of all apartment social gatherings. A crappy dollar store speaker will make the music sound dull and uninspiring. Get something that packs a punch to make your parties and get-togethers more exciting.
Our pick: JBL Flip 6 – Portable Bluetooth Speaker
22. Unopened Wine Bottle
Even if you’re not a wine fan, you should still keep an unopened bottle in your apartment. This precautionary measure is mainly for romantic reasons. If you bring a date back to your room, you’ll have a bottle of wine ready to keep the evening going.
Our pick: Caymus – Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021
23. Wine Glasses
You also need at least one pair of wine glasses. Never serve wine to guests in a random glass. It’s your responsibility as the host to use the proper glassware when serving alcohol at parties. Save the red solo cups for casual get-togethers.
Our pick: SHYRC Long Stem Wine Glasses Set of 8
24. Coasters
If you’re not careful, cups and bottles will create a lot of water rings on wooden tables. To avoid this problem, get some coasters and put them around your apartment. People will stop putting their drinks in random places, and your room will stay cleaner.
Our pick: Mckanti 8 Pcs Drink Coasters with Holder
25. Toolbox
Finally, the last thing every man should have in his apartment is a simple toolbox. Although big maintenance projects are the landlord’s responsibility, you still might have to make small repairs around the place. It’s not sexy men’s apartment decor, but it gets the job done.
Our pick: CRAFTSMAN Tool Box, Lockable
Getting Cool Things for a Guy’s Apartment
A man’s apartment should go beyond the basics, but some dudes insist on the bare minimum. Stand out from the crowd and make your living space the gold standard for comfortable living. Your kitchen tools, living room furniture and bathroom supplies all matter for men’s apartment practicality.
Originally posted 12/9/2023 – Updated 11/20/2024
