When a good friend invites you to his housewarming party, the biggest problem you may have is getting housewarming gifts he will like. It can be a pain getting something that he will appreciate, but turning up empty-handed can be a rude gesture. Good housewarming gift for guys are a pain to buy, so here we have some housewarming gift ideas that will help you buying housewarming gifts for men.
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Frequent Entertainers
Barman’s Kit
Bringing a Barman’s Kit to any housewarming will be a great way to start off a party. While other guests bring drinks, you come with the tools! Your friend will thank you for this housewarming present. Barware comes with a shaker, measuring jiggers, muddler, pourers and twisted mixing spoon.
Each set comes in stainless steel or copper finish, some come with a nice looking stand, housing all accessories. If your friend loves entertaining, this will be a great gift.
Bottle Openers
Consider something more exquisite, such as a wooden handmade bottle opener. A good quality gift that sits comfortable in hand, and will not embarrass any person using it. A wooden bottle opener will be a great conversation starter, plus it will last for years to come.
While bottle openers come in many forms, you will want to gift your friend something durable and elegant. You can find handmade bottle openers made from English Oak or Walnut wood. We make these bottle openers comfortable in any hand size, and will not bend or break as it is a sturdy material.
Wine Openers
If you are planning to visit with a bottle of wine, then it may be prudent to include a wine opener set to go with it. Some wine openers come in gift boxes that will house all essential tools. If your friend is a wine lover, then wine tool set will be a great housewarming gift.
Wine sets come in stainless steel with various finishes. For busy males, consider getting electric versions of bottle openers.
Electric wine openers may be new in the market, but popular for new homeowners.
Bottle Stoppers
Housewarming gifts for guys who love to entertain, or single men, should include bottle stoppers. Bottle stoppers function to preserve bottles of opened wine. But it can be a silent statement of elegance and good taste. Pick wine stoppers that fit various bottle sizes and have silicone rubber seals that fit tight.
Opt for beautiful wooden designs and gold finish, as they look marvellous on wine bottles. Tops of bottle toppers come in many shapes and forms, so you can mix and match resin tops and wooden tops for added variety. They are useful gifts, fitting for friends who love entertaining with wine.
Dartboard
One of the more popular gifts for housewarming for men is the humble dartboard. They make dart boards from self- healing sisal bristle fibres, so it can last long. Darts are included, but you can buy extra. For serious dart players, you can give more professional dart sets, that come with scoreboard fixtures.
For the casual fun night, a simple dartboard with darts is enough to keep any party alive.
Technology Enthusiast’s
Security Camera
If your friend loves technology, security cameras are perfect for new homeowners. You can find security cameras that fit your budget, as there are many types to choose from. Most security cameras come with other features that helps keep homes safe. For men with pets, you can get one with built-in speakers or screens for your friend to talk to his pets at home.
Most sets will come with phone apps, allowing you to check in. Having peace of mind is a gift that keeps on giving, and it can help prevent theft.
Smart Speakers
Smart Speakers like Google Home or Amazon Echo are fantastic additions to any new home. Voice- controlled assistants support playing music, sending reminders, turning a house into a smart home. For tech lovers, these smart devices will be a popular housewarming gift. These devices come in different looks and sizes to fit into the décor of each home.
Some security cameras have smart speakers for better security and extra options such as being able to auto turn on lights when someone is home.
Smart Pot
For a busy man who loves fresh herbs to cook, yet has trouble finding time for gardening, then the smart pot is a handy gift that keeps on giving. The smart pot waters plants and has lights designed to encourage plant growth.
Fitted with artificial intelligence, the device beeps when water levels run low or fertiliser needs topping up. Smart pots come with seeds guaranteed to grow indoor. Your friend can enjoy fresh herbs without hassle.
Housewarming Gifts Men Who are Cooking Enthusiasts
Cutting Board
For the guy who cooks, he will appreciate a good quality cutting board. Pick a cutting board made of high- quality wood, or one that can last. Wood chopping boards made from walnut or beech wood are hard. He can use it as a prepping board, or serving board for cheese and cut meats.
You can add a finishing kit as an extra companion to the cutting board as a housewarming gift.
Coffee Maker
Not all men love coffee, but for the one who needs his morning cuppa, coffee makers are a great housewarming gift. You can find coffee pod machines for the busy coffee drinker, as it saves time and effort. For coffee lovers, an espresso machine will be a wonderful addition to his new home. But if he already has one, accessories like coffee grinders is also good gift ideas.
Enamel Bakeware
Bakeware or roasting sets are good housewarming gifts for guys who love cooking. Baking sets come in various options, such as roaster and rack. Enamel pans are durable and tend not to rust after use, also easier to clean. Any cooking enthusiast will appreciate quality cookware, as there can never be too many.
Metropolitan Men Housewarming Gift Ideas
Wooden Puzzles
Wooden puzzles suitable for both children and adults, three dimensional puzzles can be part of the furniture, or as a distraction when trying to kill time. They are good table decorations, conversation starters.
As a housewarming gift, wooden puzzles keep the brain active. They are elegantly made, and can provide mental challenge. Wooden type presents are good for any guy who likes sophisticated but understated décor.
Regular Friends
Tool Box with Tools
When a person first move into his new place, there are some items that he may have forgotten to stock. Handyman tools are important items in any new home, but forgotten on shopping lists. Hence a toolbox with essentials will be a suitable housewarming gift for men, especially if they are not a tradesperson.
Hammer, screwdrivers, nails and some spanners are some useful items you can have. Some shops offer engraving services on handles, if you are looking for the personal touch.
Personalised Name Plaque
Personalised name plaques made from different materials such as wood or slate. A personalised touch is always welcome as a housewarming gift. You can add messages, or create a name plate for placement on the door. Many shops allow you to select the font and design of plaques, so it fits with the new house that your friend is in.
For single males, the personalised touch can add character to their home, making it more welcoming to guests or family. If names are not his thing, meaningful quotes can be sound substitutes if you insist on giving it.
First Aid Kit
Housewarming gifts for men are usually practical. Hence, a great gift for the new homeowner will be a stocked first aid kit. A box that has essential items such as bandages, splinter probes, tweezers is a good gift.
Every home should have their own first aid kit, but we forget it until the need arises. It is easy to assemble your own kit, and it will last for years to come.
Cooler Box
Cooler boxes might sound like a boring housewarming gift for men, but add beer into the box and you will be a welcome guest for all time. There are many sizes of cooler box available, some stores let you add your own monogram or personal touches to the box. Cooler box can keep beer cool during a housewarming party outside.
It can also be the emergency cool storage place when the power goes out, and he needs to keep his food cool. An ice box is a thoughtful housewarming gift for men who likes to travel around.
Generic Housewarming Gifts for Men
Housewarming Gift Basket For Guys
As regular friends, you may not know what he needs, but you want to be a good guest. One way to give a good impression, is to create a personalised gift pack yourself. Traditionally, people pack food such as bread, wine and candle, sugar and salt as gift baskets.
For a housewarming gift, the five items have meaning behind it: bread to signify there’s always something to eat, candles for light, sugar to have sweetness in life, salt to wish that life has flavour, and wine so that no one will go thirsty. Hence, this gift basket may be one of the best housewarming gift ideas yet. If you need to splurge on the gift to make it more presentable, add a coin (good fortune), wood (stability and peace) or a plant (always have life).
Fruits Basket
If you do not know what to give, fruit baskets are always good housewarming gifts for men. They can share fruits around during a housewarming party, and you can eat later any leftover. Select fruits in season, and you can mix and match with other food items such as chocolates, chips and juices for the new homeowner.
It is best to pick fresh fruits Uncut, as they can keep better in the fridge compared to cut fruit.
Plants
Plants are well accepted housewarming gift for men, because it represents life in the home. You should give plants that look lush, and low maintenance. If your friend is an avid gardener, garden tools are great ideas for new homeowners. Plants are also natural air purifiers, hence another thoughtful gift.
When looking for houseplants, you can get plants that do well indoors with less sunlight, or invest in a pot that comes with artificial sunlight.
Zen Gardens
There are miniature Zen Gardens that sits on your desk, they serve as stress relievers after a hectic day. Zen gardens do not have any plants, just rocks and sand. These tiny versions of Zen garden promotes mindfulness and meditation. To relax, he can rake the sand to create swirling patterns, and it will help take away some stress of the day.
He can rearrange the rocks, or create new patterns as needed. Zen gardens are small yet valuable additions on work desks, they help with stress relief and improve the mood.
Stationary
A stationary set is a must have if your friend has their own home office. Handmade wooden pen sets or letter openers are still suitable housewarming gifts for men. They are useful and never go out of style. Handmade pens can be fountain or ballpoint pens, these luxurious items will be passed down in generations. You can choose between ink cartridge fountain or piston pump, or handcrafted roller ball pens that come with refills.
Pick from our bespoke store for added originality, something that your friend might want to keep safe at home to admire.
Conclusion
Housewarming gifts for guys can be tricky, there are many things he may already own. The list above is our guide to take the pain out of buying housewarming gifts for men that are useful. Men appreciate gifts that are useful and long lasting. But for a guy who has everything, gift cards are reasonable substitutes. Like all good gifts, it is the thought counts.
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First Aid Kits are definitely a must. I can think of a lot of times when male guy friends hurt themselves while intoxicated. I might as well throw in a travel size one too.
Thank you Valerie, good idea they will always be useful