The 10 Best Housewarming Gifts
This wiki has been updated 29 times since it was first published in January of 2017. If your newly domiciled friends or family members ever get around to throwing that party they keep talking about, you're going to need to find them something suitable to enhance their home. Our list of housewarming gifts includes a wide variety of both practical and decorative choices to suit all tastes and budgets. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
Editor's Notes
July 23, 2019:
At this time, we've kept a selection of items that would suit various stylistic sensibilities — but that are still usable. These include the Ozeri Nouveaux II Electric Wine Opener, the Comfify Key Holder, and a new addition, the Walford Home Pot and Tray Set. We like the latter because of its rustic styling as well as its usability, as it can accommodate everything from greenery to forks. We should note, though, that it's best for smaller herbs rather than big, bushy plants. As for other new additions, we have elected to replace the Simplehuman Dish Rack with the PremiumRacks Professional, since the former has been known to rust over time. We also like that the PremiumRacks is customizable, so the new owner can set it up to his or her liking. We've replaced the Belmint Bambüsi Cheese Board, as well, which seems to crack just a little too easily; we might suggest the Norpro Cheese Dome as a gift for the foodie, instead. It's attractive and easy to clean, pairing well with a fine cheese slicer.
Special Honors
Swoozie's State Bamboo Cutting Board If your friends are making a home in a new state, you can help them cultivate some pride with Swoozie's State Bamboo Cutting Board. Each is made from eco-friendly materials that will go the distance with proper care. swoozies.com
Scrabble Luxury Edition For making memories in a new residence, it's tough to beat game night, especially if it features this Scrabble Luxury Edition. The wood cabinet and faux leather scorebook give it an elegance that can be hard to find in a board game — with a posh price tag to match. wsgamecompany.com
Tiffany & Co. Octagonal Vase A vase is the type of item that many don't think to buy for themselves, although they do come in handy sometimes, which could make this Tiffany & Co. Octagonal Vase quite a hit. It stands 8.5 inches tall and has classic styling that's reserved rather than gaudy. tiffany.com