The difference between Supply and Maintenance Expenses for rental properties

[lrbaker]

are expenses such as painting supplies, blinds, lights and cabinetry hardware considered supply expenses or maintenance expenses for rental properties

[ChelsiE2 · Accepted solution]

The items you listed would be considered Maintenance Expenses.  Supplies would be more like cleaning products or rakes.  Supplies would be something that you use but don't leave at the house.