Setup Guide

Apartment Setup for Western Comfort

Practical Shenzhen apartment setup guide: mattress, bedding, furniture, kitchen, bathroom, air purifier, dehumidifier, desk, router, cleaning, and move-in supplies.

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How to set up a Shenzhen apartment so it feels normal

Many furnished apartments are not actually ready for the way you want to live and work.

The difference between “furnished” and “comfortable” can include mattress quality, bedding, desk setup, kitchen basics, storage, lighting, air quality, internet, and cleaning.

Setup checklist

Sleep

  • mattress topper or replacement;
  • quality pillows;
  • bedding set;
  • blackout curtains if needed;
  • air conditioning check.

Work

  • proper desk;
  • ergonomic chair;
  • external monitor;
  • quality router;
  • extension cords;
  • lighting;
  • backup mobile data.

Kitchen

  • basic cookware;
  • utensils;
  • cutting board and knife;
  • kettle;
  • water filter or bottled water plan;
  • storage containers;
  • cleaning supplies.

Bathroom

  • shower check;
  • drain check;
  • towels;
  • storage;
  • mould prevention;
  • dehumidifier if needed.

Air and comfort

  • air purifier;
  • dehumidifier;
  • fan;
  • basic tool kit;
  • laundry setup;
  • shoe storage;
  • entryway mat.

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