Household consumables stocktake

Filled practice example · A4 · Painless Success

Count unopened spares separately. Unknown is not zero. Targets below are invented practice choices.

Item	Count unit	Confirmed spares	Open / uncertain	Unchecked	Spare target	Next action
Unscented soap	Bars	2	1 in use	None	3 bars	Shortlist 1 bar
Dishwasher tablets	Unopened boxes	1 × 30	Count unknown	None	1 box	No spare-box gap
AA batteries	Unused batteries	Unknown	4 loose: condition unknown	Hall drawer	4 unused	Check first
30-litre bin liners	Unopened rolls	0	Count unknown	None	1 roll	Shortlist 1 roll; check pack

Before shopping

Soap: shortlist 1 bar. Tablets: no spare-box gap. Batteries: check condition and the hall drawer first. Bin liners: shortlist 1 roll, then inspect shop pack size.

Do not convert an open box into a full box or mark a draft purchase as bought.

Source notes

N1: Soap in bathroom drawer. N2: Tablets in kitchen cupboard. N3: Loose batteries on desk; hall unchecked. N4: Bin liners in utility cupboard. No other storage for N1, N2 or N4.

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Your working sheet

Date: __________________ Checked by: __________________

Locations included: __________________________________________________

Item / variant	Unit	Spares	In use / unknown	Target	Next action

Check first

Confirmed purchase candidates

Check the pack size. Mark bought only after purchasing; update stock after putting it away.

Next review / changes since count: ______________________________________

Household essentials checklist

Tick after checking. Note have / replace / skip. Choose quantities for your own household.

Item to check	What to verify
Toilet paper	Check the bathroom and any spare storage.
Hand soap	Count spare bars or refills separately from the dispenser in use.
Toothpaste and toothbrushes	Match the people who live here; check condition and spare stock.
Towels and personal-care supplies	Keep usable towels; add only the products each person actually uses.
Dishwashing liquid and a sponge or brush	A reusable cloth can cover many wiping tasks.
Tea towels and food-storage containers	Check that containers have matching lids.
Bin liners that fit your bins	Record the size; skip liners where your bin setup does not use them.
Everyday pantry staples	List the foods you regularly cook and check dates and storage space.
A surface-appropriate cleaner	Choose for your actual surfaces and follow the product label.
Cleaning cloths and a bucket	Check condition before adding replacements.
Broom and dustpan, or a vacuum	Choose what suits your floors; check bags or filters if needed.
Mop or another suitable floor-cleaning tool	Use the method specified for your flooring.
Laundry detergent	Check the product you use and count unopened spares separately.
Drying rack or another drying arrangement	Add pegs or hangers if your setup needs them.
Working torch	Check that it works; note the required battery type or charging lead.
A small screwdriver, tape measure and scissors	Check what you already own before buying a set.
Chargers and cables for devices you use	Match the connectors; keep damaged items out of use.
Dishwasher supplies	Only for a dishwasher; follow its instructions for the products required.
Replacement batteries, bulbs, bags and filters	Record exact types; avoid buying assorted spares without a matching use.
Baby, menstrual, accessibility and pet supplies	Add the specific items used in your household; cross out irrelevant categories.

Keep emergency and first-aid supplies on a separate checklist. Transfer only consumables to the stocktake; check reusable equipment for condition.