Non-Food Items

Things to keep in mind:

• Store a year’s supply of all household items that you normally buy at the grocery store.
• Build up your supply by buying these items in large quantities when they are on sale, then only replace your stores when they go on sale again.
• Make sure you store the things particular to your family’s needs, this list might not include everything that YOU normally use.
• Don’t be afraid to use creative storage ideas for these items. A huge supply of toilet paper could go in a garage, attic, etc.

Items to Consider Storing:

Personal Hygiene

• Toothpaste/Toothbrushes
• Shampoo/Conditioner
• Deodorant
• Facewash/Bodywash/Soap
• Shaving/Aftershave

Paper Products

• Toilet Paper
• Paper Towels
• Feminine Products
• Diapers/Wet Wipes
• Kleenex
• Paper Plates/Plastic Utensils/Napkins (can save on water in an emergency)

Cleaning Products

• Laundry Detergent
• Dishwasher Detergent
• Bleach
• All-Purpose Cleaner
• Items to make your own household cleaners

First Aid Items

• First Aid Kits 
• Hand Sanitizer
• Face Masks
• Prescription medications
• Cold medicine
• Natural Medicines

Pet Care Products

• Dog/Cat Food
• Extra Water for Pets
• Kitty Litter

Miscellaneous Items

• Light Bulbs
• Board Games/Cards (something to do in case the power is out)
• Candles/Kerosene Lamps
• Needles/Thread (for basic mending)