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Dorm Must Haves for Boys
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items After getting my own son settled in his dorm, I put together the things that actually get used day after day. These are my must haves for boys heading to college, practical picks that keep his room livable and his life a little easier.
Trust me on this one, mama, that dorm mattress is going to feel like a rock. A good mattress topper makes all the difference for sleep, and your boy needs his sleep.
casaluna mattress topper twin
He will be trekking to a shared bathroom, so a sturdy mesh caddy is a must. This one holds all his bottles and the mesh keeps it from getting gross. Simple and tough.
Siaomo Natural Mesh Shower Caddy Portable Tote Bag ...
Non negotiable for communal showers. These keep his feet clean and safe, and they dry fast. Toss a pair in his shower caddy and call it done.
L Dorm Shower Flip Flops Black - Room Essentials
Dorm rooms never have enough outlets where you need them. Get one with a long cord and USB ports so he can charge his phone, laptop, and lamp all from his bed. Total lifesaver.
Power Strip Electronics with USB Outlets
Dorm rooms run hot and stuffy, especially with a roommate. A good fan keeps the air moving for sleep and gaming. Get one that is quiet so it does not drive him crazy.
Dorm Fans for Personal Cooling
Roommates keep different hours, and those dorm lights are bright. A soft blackout mask means he can sleep even when his roommate is up gaming. Game changer for naps too.
Sleeping Masks: Weighted, Blackout, & Cooling Options
He is going to be hauling laundry across campus, so get a hamper that is sturdy and easy to carry. A backpack style or one with strong handles saves his arms on laundry day.
College Dorm Laundry Hampers
You cannot put nails in dorm walls, but Command hooks hold everything. He can hang towels, bags, keys, and hats without damaging a thing. Stock up, he will use more than you think.
Command Hooks for Dorm
Mama, he is on his own now for the little things. A first aid kit with bandages, pain reliever, and cold medicine means he is covered for headaches, blisters, and late night sniffles.
First Aid Kit Survival Kits
Things loosen and wobble in dorm rooms, and maintenance is not always quick. A mini tool kit with a screwdriver, hammer, and tape lets him fix the little things himself.
College Tool Kit | Dorm & Mini Tool Kits
The overhead dorm light is harsh and his roommate will want it off. A desk lamp gives him good light for studying without lighting up the whole room. Look for one with USB charging.
College Dorm Desk Lamps
Guys are not going to sort delicates, so mesh laundry bags are perfect. He can toss socks and underwear in, wash the whole bag, and skip the sorting. Easy.
College Dorm Laundry Bags for Easy ...
His bed is probably lofted, so a bedside caddy is a must for phone, glasses, and water. It hangs right on the bed frame and keeps the essentials within reach.
Bedside Caddy for Dorm | Storage Solutions
He needs to stay hydrated walking all over campus. An insulated bottle keeps water cold all day. Get one that is tough enough to survive being dropped.
Insulated : Water Bottles
His desk will become a disaster zone without some organization. A desk organizer keeps pens, chargers, and school supplies in one spot. Worth it for sanity.
Dorm Room Desk Organizer | College Storage & Accessories