Home office kit for UK sole traders
Employee working-from-home tax relief ended on 6 April 2026 (see our WFH page), so this list is for sole traders. Equipment you use for your business can be an allowable expense, or claimed through capital allowances. Under the cash basis, most equipment is simply an expense. If you're an employee, ask your employer to provide or pay for equipment instead.
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| What to look for | Why it's here |
|---|---|
| Adjustable laptop stand + separate keyboard and mouse (affiliate link) | Business equipment, claimable for business use |
| Ergonomic office chair (affiliate link) | Claimable. Split the cost if you also use it personally |
| 24–27 inch monitor (affiliate link) | Equipment |
| LED desk lamp (affiliate link) | Equipment |
| Noise-cancelling headset with mic (affiliate link) | Business share only |
| Thermal label printer and parcel scale (Vinted, eBay or Etsy sellers) (affiliate link) | Business equipment. Pair it with the Vinted HMRC checker |
| Document or receipt scanner (affiliate link) | Helps with digital records for Making Tax Digital |
| Lockable filing box (affiliate link) | Keep records for at least 5 years after the 31 January deadline |
| External SSD or backup drive (affiliate link) | Business share |
This is general information, not tax advice. See GOV.UK "Expenses if you're self-employed" or ask an accountant.
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Get it for £15 →FAQs
Can I claim a desk chair as a sole trader?
Yes, if you use it for your business. If you also use it personally, you can only claim the business share.
Can employees claim working-from-home tax relief in 2026/27?
No. The relief for employees ended on 6 April 2026. Earlier years can still be backdated if you were required to work from home.
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