The 5 Best Things To Buy At Costco, According To Designers

Is there anything that Costco doesn’t sell? The more we learn, the more it seems like Costco has their shelves stocked with absolutely everything you could ask for—all at a high quality and sold for a good deal. Groceries, electronics, reading glasses, clothing, and even cars are all offerings that make a Costco membership seem more and more enticing by the day. Now, you can add home goods to the list too.

Some of the South’s most-loved interior designers vouch for Costco’s prowess on the home front. They head to this membership-only hub to shop for items off their personal  grocery lists and also pick up home must-haves for clients. Not only do designers love Costco for its prices, but they also share that Costco allows members to shop for home supplies like the pros do: wholesale. 

“I am an avid Costco shopper. I not only shop there for all perishable goods, but home goods as well,” says Knauss. “As an interior designer, we primarily shop wholesale. We purchase wholesale, brand-name furniture and decor at a substantial discount. This is why I love Costco because it offers just that. Costco carries quality, brand-name merchandise at a substantially lower price when compared to retail. And the best part…It’s available to the public.”

Here’s how to shop Costco’s home section like a professional. What you pick up in the grocery aisles is your business. 

Candles

Knauss heads to Costco to fill her and her clients’ homes with sweet-smelling candles that have an aesthetic design edge for styling. Her favorites from Cotsco’s selection are the CA Candle Creatives Studios and Sea & Sand candles. She loves the former for their clean, modern, and minimalist look, and the latter for their aromatic array of attractive colors.

Televisions

In addition to stocking up on meal prep supplies, Abernathy swears by Costco electronics, particularly TVs. Many homeowners like multiple TVs throughout their home, and especially if they’re starting from scratch, the prices can add up quickly. Costco’s wholesale prices can help ease this financial burden and still supply high quality tech.

Down Comforters

“The Hotel Grand Down Comforter is good. It’s plush, soft, and it doesn’t trap heat, a big win in my book,” says Knauss, revealing an additional designer tip for cooling down comforters: “Sometimes, I’ll even double-up for a more full look.”

Memory Foam Mattress Toppers

“Costco carries a few really good and highly rated brands,” says Knauss. “I recommend both the Tempur-Pedic and the Novaform depending on the need.”

She advises that a Costco mattress topper can be a great solution for those who have always wanted to try Tempur-pedic but haven’t been willing to pay the hefty price tag that usually goes with that brand. A memory foam topper can also perk up an old mattress that you’re not ready to part with yet or soften up a mattress that’s too firm for your taste.

Pillows

“​​From cooling, to down, to memory foam, [Costco’s pillows] are all so good,” gushes Knauss. “Depending on the need, it’s a one-stop shop for all bedding essentials.”