Moving House in Melbourne: What Furniture to Buy First

Moving is expensive, so it pays to buy furniture in the right order. Start with the pieces you use every day, then build from there.

Shop the pieces in this guide

Priority 1: the everyday essentials

• A bed and mattress.
• A sofa, because you will use it every evening.
• A dining table and chairs, or bar stools if you have an island.

Priority 2: function

• A coffee table and side tables.
• Storage: a TV unit, shelves or a sideboard.

Priority 3: finishing touches

Rugs, lighting, art and plants can come once you know how the house feels.

Measure before you buy

Measure each room, plus doorways, hallways, stairs and lifts, so furniture fits through on delivery day. Our measuring guide shows you how.

Time your delivery

Book delivery for a day or two after you get the keys. Metro Melbourne delivery is usually within 7 business days for in-stock products. See our first home furniture checklist too.

Common questions

What furniture should I buy first when moving?

Start with the bed, sofa and dining table, then add coffee tables and storage, and finish with rugs, lighting and decor.

How do I make sure furniture fits on delivery?

Measure rooms, doorways, hallways, stairs and lifts before buying, and check each product’s measurements.

How quickly can you deliver in Melbourne?

In-stock products are usually delivered within 7 business days in metro Melbourne, and in 1 to 2 weeks interstate.

See it in the showroom, or have it delivered

Everything we sell is brand new in the box, priced at up to 80% off RRP and covered by a 1-year warranty. Visit our showroom at 65A Grange Road, Cheltenham VIC 3192 (Opposite Moorabbin DFO on Grange Road), open all 7 days: Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm. We deliver Australia-wide, with delivery from $40 priced by distance, and Afterpay and Zip are available. Clearance stock is limited, so once a piece sells out it is gone. Questions? Call 03 8522 2115 or 0421 768 052.