Tenants in an unfurnished or sparsely equipped home
Make a list of the functions you need to cover: keeping food fresh, cooking, doing the laundry and cleaning your home. The space and connections available will then determine what you can install.
Who is this advice for?
Tenants in a furnished home
Check the inventory of appliances supplied with the property before you buy anything. Existing refrigeration, cooking or cleaning equipment could save you from buying something twice. Check separately whether there’s a washing machine or dishwasher.
People living in a small home or with an open-plan kitchen
Measure the space available and consider noise if an appliance will be running near your living area. A dishwasher is only worth making room for if your needs and the installation requirements justify it.
Which purchases should come first?
First, check which needs are already covered in your home. Then see whether there’s enough space and the right installation setup for each appliance you’re missing.
| Priority | What to check | Based on my needs |
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| Keeping food fresh | Which appliances are already there; the usable capacity you need for your shopping and household; the dimensions and clearance required for the model. | If there’s nothing suitable for keeping food the way I need to, I’ll look for a fridge or fridge-freezer that fits the available space. |
| Cooking | What equipment is already there; how many cooking zones you need; the dimensions, power supply and cookware compatibility required by the appliance. | I cook at home, but a portable single-zone hob may not be enough for all my meals. |
| Laundry | Access to a washing machine; space, water supply and drainage; capacity, noise and energy label details. According to ADEME, 7 kg is enough most of the time. | If I don’t have access to a machine, I’ll choose a capacity based on how much laundry builds up between washes and the space I have. |
| Cleaning | What equipment is already provided; the surfaces to clean; storage and maintenance for the appliance I’m considering. | I’ll look for a vacuum cleaner if the equipment provided isn’t right for my floors or regular cleaning needs. |
| Washing up | How much washing up you have; the installation type, space and connections; the capacity, water use and noise levels of the models you’re comparing. | I can put off buying a dishwasher if I don’t have much washing up or if it would take up space I need more. |
Which purchases should you avoid making too soon?
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Buying refrigeration or cooking appliances before checking what’s there
In a furnished home, an appliance that’s already there could make your purchase redundant and take up space unnecessarily.
When you get the keys, make a list of the appliances provided and check that they really suit your needs before placing an order.
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Choosing a large appliance before measuring up
A washing machine needs suitable space and connections. A dishwasher must also fit your kitchen layout.
Measure the width, depth, height and clearance, then check the manual for the exact model. If you’re renting, clarify whether any alterations are needed before carrying them out.
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Choosing a large capacity just to be on the safe side
Unused capacity doesn’t meet a household need. For washing machines, ADEME says a 7 kg drum is enough most of the time.
Before choosing a capacity, estimate how much laundry builds up between washes and how much food storage you need.
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Forgetting about noise in your living space
The noise from a laundry appliance may matter more if it runs near your living area or bedroom.
Compare the noise levels listed for the models you’re considering and think about when you’ll use them.
Which brands should you look at?
These brands offer useful appliance categories for your first home. Compare the features and services available for the model you’re interested in.
Beko
Beko France features refrigeration, cooking, laundry, dishwashing and cleaning appliances.
- Beko’s dishwasher range includes both freestanding and integrated models. Check which installation type is right for your kitchen.
- A range of models doesn’t, by itself, tell you whether a particular one will fit your home or suit your needs.
Bosch
Bosch Home Appliances France features cooking, refrigeration, laundry, dishwashing and vacuuming appliances.
- The brand offers manuals, spare parts and repair services to look into for the appliance you’re considering.
- Check the services and specifications for the specific model; they don’t guarantee how long it will last.
Whirlpool
Whirlpool France features laundry appliances and a spare parts shop, among other things.
- The advertised availability of genuine parts is worth checking for the model you choose.
- Check that the parts you need are available before assuming a particular appliance can be repaired.
Appliances to consider on Joybuy
These appliances cover refrigeration, laundry, cleaning, washing up and extra cooking capacity. Their order isn’t a substitute for checking what’s already in your home: each purchase depends on what you’re missing and the space available.
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CHiQ JR263LGE, 262 L fridge-freezer
Worth considering if your home doesn’t have suitable refrigeration. The model name indicates a 70/30 split, a width of 54 cm, a height of 176 cm and a Low Frost system. Also check the clearance requirements in the manual.
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Bosch WGE02407FR, 7 kg front-loading washing machine
If your household doesn’t have access to a washing machine, consider whether its stated 7 kg capacity suits the amount of laundry you need to wash. The model name also indicates 1 400 tr/min and an A rating. Check the dimensions and connections in the manual before buying.
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MONSGA X UNINELLHOME UV5, cordless vacuum cleaner
Worth considering if the cleaning equipment in your home isn’t suitable. The product name claims up to 65 minutes of runtime. This isn’t an independently verified measurement, so consider how it might work for your needs.
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Indesit D2F HK26 S, 14-place dishwasher
Worth considering if the amount of washing up you have and your kitchen layout make this appliance a good fit. This freestanding model is listed as 60 cm wide and rated E. Confirm that you have the space and connections required before buying.
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ochama, 2000 W portable induction hob
This single-zone hob could be a handy extra cooking option if there isn’t already a suitable solution. The product name lists 10 power settings. Check how much space you’ll need and whether your cookware is compatible with induction.
Frequently asked questions
What should I check before equipping a furnished home?
Check the inventory provided with the home and make sure the appliances already there are working before you buy anything. In particular, check the refrigeration and cooking equipment, then see whether there’s a washing machine or dishwasher.
What should I check before buying a washing machine?
Measure the space and check the manual for the exact model to find out about clearance and installation. Before ordering, check the water supply and drainage, and make sure there’s a suitable route for the hoses.
Is capacity enough to compare two washing machines?
No. First choose a capacity that suits your laundry needs; ADEME says 7 kg is enough most of the time. Then compare the energy, water, spin and noise details listed on the labels of the models you’re considering.
When can I put off buying a dishwasher?
You can put it off if you don’t have much washing up or if the space and connections aren’t suitable. If you’re considering one, compare capacity, water use and noise, taking your kitchen into account.
Which appliances can I compare using the energy label?
According to ADEME, the energy label applies to appliances including fridges, washing machines, dishwashers and ovens. Check the relevant details for each category rather than comparing appliances that do different jobs directly.