When most people think “survival kit,” they either think fairly expensive survival items or they think of very basic items to get them through a few hours of inconvenience.

The reality is that most survival situations that last for more than a few hours, extend into several days and then everyday items of convenience become more valuable and desired.

Toilet Paper is pretty self-explanatory, unless you are fond of leaves and what-not.
Hand Sanitizer will be very useful when water is in short supply and you need to keep your hands clean.

Soap is so cheap today that we tend to take it for granted. But when it’s gone, people will miss it badly. It is crucial to maintain cleanliness after the SHTF to keep diseases from spreading.

Lighters will be useful as well as an excellent barter item. Buy them in bulk and keep them on hand.

Duct Tape has all sorts of uses. Buy several rolls because you’ll need more than you might think.

Vitamins will help keep your immune system strong. Remember, most survival food isn’t very high in vitamins, and your body desperately needs vitamins to stay healthy. Especially Vitamin C.

Aluminum Foil has dozens of usess. Buy lots so you can use it for gardening, cooking, cleaning, etc.

Cigarettes may not be healthy, but after SHTF they are going to be in high demand. A single pack could be worth a great deal of supplies, and they actually have some survival uses.

Bandages are only a few bucks for dozens of them. Buy lot so you can treat minor wounds without being stingy.

Sunscreen is very important and needs to be used to prevent serious sunburns that can leave you dehydrated or suffering from heat exhaustion.

Flour will make life a little easier. Making flat breads, thickening stews, and baking in general is much better if you have plenty of flour.

Sugar makes life better all the way around. You want to enjoy the food you eat; not just eat for survival. I know some people will scoff at this, but morale is very important during a disaster.

Feminine Products will be in high demand as women get used to a new way of living without the luxury of feminine hygiene products at the ready.

Seeds to grow a garden will be crucial to creating a sustainable life. Store a large variety of heirloom seeds so you’ll also have seeds for next season and so on.

Matches can be purchased for just a few dollars. Store hundreds or thousands if you can. You will have a lot of fires to start after the SHTF.

Zip Ties are versatile and extremely useful for putting up a quick shelter, holding a door closed, or fixing small things around the house, and much more.

Candles are fairly cheap and you will be surprised at how many you will go through. Candles can be used in place of flashlights to conserve battery power.

Activated Charcoal is a cheap yet potentially life-saving item that many people overlook. It helps treat poisonings, purifies water, and relieves gas and bloating.

Toothbrushes and Toothpaste should be stored in bulk. Good oral hygiene is important when there are no dentists.

As you can see, most of these items to stockpile are not SHTF necessities you need to get through a crisis.

They are everyday items you use all the time and eventually if the survival situation is acute enough, will run out – some quicker than others.

To see more everyday items you must stockpile for in the event of an extended survival crisis, please visit the Urban Survival Site.