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Dorm Room Essentials
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items A curated list of dorm room essential supplies highlights the must-have items that make college living comfortable, organized, and functional. It simplifies move-in by focusing on the essentials every dorm resident should have.
With a shortage of storage in the dorm this rolling cart is perfect for storing extra supplies and is a must have!
3 Tier Metal Utility Cart White - Brightroom™: Rolling Storage Trolley with Wheels, Powder-Coated Steel, 31.3" Height
This is another must have, it is both practical and cute! Nobody wants their pillows getting stuck behinds their beds!
Sit-up Back Comfort Soft Triangular Bed Backrest Headboard Wedge Reading Pillow | Wayfair
If you get one thing for your dorm get this! Storage, stepping stool, and seat all in one!
Round Upholstered Storage Ottoman Cream Boucle - Room Essentials™
Another helpful tool to keep your small dorm organized! Love these becasue you can arrange them how you want!
8pc Plastic Drawer Organizer Set White - Brightroom™: Modern In-Drawer Flatware Storage, Multiple Compartments, Dishwasher-Safe
On the pricey side, but in my opinion you need to invest in a good matress pad! Everyone in my house has one and we bought another for my son who is going off to boarding school next year!
Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper
You need power strips in a dorm room! I swear there is only one outlet in these dorm rooms!
GE 2pk 2' 6 Outlet Surge Protector 245J White
Whoever inveted this is a genius! Perfect for the desk and adding ighting for that late night studying!
Task Table Lamp with Nightlight Ebony Integrated LED Bulb - Room Essentials™
I would recommend getting a brita filter because I don't trust those dorm water fountains!
Brita Water Filter 6-Cup Denali Water Pitcher Dispenser with Standard Water Filter - White
Don't forget to get those shower shoes! You don't know what is on the floor of those shared bathrooms! I personally think the ones with drain holes are best!
Litfun Shower Shoes for Women Men, Quick Drying Non Slip Bath Slippers, Shower Sandals with Drain Holes, Light Blue - Walmart.com
Super helpful to have something to carry all of your hygiene products in! Some people prefer the mesh bag.
Mesh Shower Caddy for Dorm Gray - Room Essentials™
Some of your kids may prefer to have a hard plastic shower caddy, so I would recommend this becasue it has the perfect amount of space to hold all your products!
madesmart 2-Compartment Soft Grip Shower Tote for Bathroom Organization, Plastic Storage Shower Caddy Bucket, Small, Frost - Walmart.com
Best fan ever and is a need for the dorm! This fan is so easy to clean and is so worth it!
IRIS WOOZOO Oscillating 3 Speed Setting with Remote
I love when everything has a place, I bought this for my daughters dorm it was very easy to keep under her bed and it is adjustable!
2 Tier Expandable Shoe Rack Green - Brightroom™
My daughter loves this for her dorm and loves how easy it is to set up and how little space it takes to store! It is also super sturdy.
Compact Accordion Clothes Drying Rack
According to my daughter this is hands down the best laundry bag/basket ever! Love that it has a strap making it easier to carry!
Canvas Backpack Laundry Bag - Brightroom™: Linen Backpack Hamper, 50L Capacity, Multipurpose, Beige, 1 Handle
These dorms have no storage so this was perfect to add some into my daughters room! I love the fact that it is on wheels making is very easy access!
3 Drawer Wide Cart White - Brightroom™: Plastic Storage Drawers, Utility Cart with Casters, Portable Universal Storage
These are perfect for the dorm beds! While the beds can be raised on their own we ened up needing my daughters to be higher and I am so glad I bought these!
Kings Brand Furniture - Heavy Duty Bed Risers - Furniture Risers 6 Inch Heavy Duty Risers for Sofa & Table - Plastic Riser - Bed Lifts Risers - White
Perfect to put your towels and jackets on in the dorm!
Over The Door 4 Hook - White - Brightroom™
Absolute must for the dorm! No damage at all and they are so strong! Perfect for customizing your space.
Command Large Hanging Strips, 16 lb., White, 20 Pairs/Pack (17206-20NA)
Some dorms do not come with trash cans so this little one is perfect to put under the desk!
10L Stainless Slim Step Trash Can Silver - Brightroom™