Walk through your home, taking stock of consumables running low or larger items needing updating or replacing (taking advantage of January sales). Look out for:

Large:

Thinning stair carpet or rugs

Worn sofa or armchairs

Frayed blinds or curtains

Ageing mattresses & pillows

Tired bedlinen, towels or bath mats

Moulding outdoor furniture cushions

Worn door mat

Uncomfortable home working chair

Prioritise and plan purchases through the year.

Smaller/Consumables:

Water softening salt

First Aid kit supplies

Spare batteries

Spare light bulbs plus any 'gone'

Cleaning and laundry supplies

Chipped mugs or plates

Firewood and kindling

BBQ coals

Dishwasher and washing machine deep clean products

Coffee beans

Order supplies now, ahead of needing them in a hurry.