Suggested Non-Food Storage Items

CLEANING
window cleaner
all-purpose cleaner
vinegar
baking soda
ammonia
floor cleaner
furniture polish
cleanser
disinfectant
disinfectant wipes
air freshener
toilet bowl cleaner
drain opener
dish soap
dishwasher detergent
laundry detergent
fabric softener
pre-wash spray
bleach
oven cleaner
wood cleaner
insect spray
plunger
cleaning cloths
mop
mop sponges
vacuum cleaner bags
brushes
bucket
clothespins
clothesline
sponges
dishcloths
scrubbing pads
scrub brush
toilet brush
broom
dustpan
garbage bags
rubber gloves
disposable gloves

EQUIPMENT
hand tools
grain mill
grain roller
bread mixer
canning equipment
dehydrator
sewing machine
radio
gardening equipment
portable toilet
coal or wood stove
grill or hibachi
canned heat stove
butane stove
solar oven
cast iron Dutch oven
rocket stove
campfire cooking tools

PERSONAL ITEMS
bath soap
hand soap
hand sanitizers
lotion
powder
shampoo
toothbrushes
toothpaste
mouthwash
dental floss
deodorant
make-up
sunscreen
shoe polish
razors
combs
brushes
feminine supplies
cotton swabs
cotton balls

HEALTH
acetaminophen
ibuprofen
thermometer
decongestant
cough syrup
throat lozenges
cough drops
allergy medication
adhesive bandages
petroleum jelly
diarrhea medication
heating pad
ear drops
eye drops
nose drops
ipecac syrup
regular prescriptions
surgical face masks

MISCELLANEOUS
paper
pens
pencils
crayons
glue
envelopes
adhesive tape
scissors
sewing supplies
shoelaces
rope
string
furnace filters
blankets
sleeping bags
cash
savings
how-to books

PAPER GOODS
toilet paper
facial tissue
paper towels
napkins
aluminum foil
waxed paper
plastic wrap
plastic bags
paper bags
paper cups
paper plates
paper bowls
plastic silverware
moist towelettes
straws

FUEL AND LIGHT
coal
lamp oil
wood
kindling
charcoal
paper logs
canned heat
propane
butane
white gas
kerosene
gasoline
matches
candles
flashlights
batteries
flashlight bulbs
hurricane lamps
wicks
candle holders
light bulbs
lantern

STORE:
• supplies and equipment used to cook, clean, and take care of yourself and your family
• supplies for a work-at-home scenario
• equipment that helps you be self-reliant
items and equipment that might be needed when utilities are not functioning normally