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Dorm Room Essentials
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items We all want our kids to feel at home, especially the first time rhey are living away from home. Plan their space using these products to make it feel comfortable for them.
Generally love the price tag for TVs tr Costco. They tend to have great size options too so you are bound to find one that will fit the college living space your student is in.
TVs | Costco
Your kiddo will need some downtime. Mine have enjoyed watching a vsriety of shows on different streaming services. Gift cards are an easy way to treat them to the service or to suggest as gifts from.grandparents and such.
Streaming Service Gift Cards | Best Buy
Bluetooth speakers are perfeft to bring to college. They may be small in size but their sound quality is anything but small. Pack it in your bag to take when you hang out on the lawn that every campus has, to gatherings woth friends, or to use in yo...
Bluetooth Speakers
Spotify premium is the bomb! No ads, unlimited skips, build your own Playlist and access others. I don't like subscription services but in mu opinion this one is worth it.
Use this card and pay less than you would with a monthly payment.
Spotify - $99 Annual Card [Digital]
This Honeywell LED desk lamp is a no brainer. It has a small base - easy to fit on any desk space. It is dimmable and flicker-free . There are charging ports on tbe base so all the tech can stay fully charged and accessible while your student gets th...
Honeywell LED Desk Lamp
Power more devices exactly where you need them with the NTONPOWER Double Extension Cord! Featuring a unique twin 12-foot design with two 6-foot extension cords, this innovative power strip lets you conveniently reach outlets on both sides of a room—p...
Split Extension Cord 12FT
Breathe easier with the LEVOIT Air Purifier—your everyday solution for cleaner, fresher indoor air. Designed to cover spaces up to 255 square feet, this powerful purifier helps capture dust, pollen, pet hair, pet dander, smoke, and other airborne par...
MINI LEVOIT Air Purifier - perfect for dorm rooms!
Breathe easier with the LEVOIT Air Purifier—your everyday solution for cleaner, fresher indoor air. Designed to cover spaces up to 1,073 square feet, this powerful purifier helps capture dust, pollen, pet hair, pet dander, smoke, and other airborne p...
LEVOIT Air Purifier
Best fan out there for a small space like a dorm room. 5 speeds so you can change things up as often as needed. It's quiet, small and has a remote! Best of all it's at costco and it affordable.
Woozoo 5-Speed Globe Fan
My boys keep a pitcher of cold water in their fridge. While they can get water across campus from water filling stations, that water isn't usually cold so they love having this stashed in their room. The filter helps ensure the freshest and tastiest ...
Pur Water Pitcher | Amazon
A couple of basic unbreakable bowls and plates are great to have for midnight snacks or a quick breakfast.
I still have the ones I went to college with so choose colors and.patterns wisely - they may be with you for a while!
Unbreakable Plates: Durable, Microwave & Dishwasher Safe Options
Grab a couple of knives , forks, and spoons. These will be key in enjoying late night ice cream from the store or microwave meal when the dinjmg halls are closed.
Silverware Sets
Grab a cup or tumbler as you head out the door. It'll take you through the full day as you refill with your beverage of choice. These are insulate and keep your drink hot or cold for hours. There is a nice variety of handle and lid types so you can p...
Stanley Cups & Tumblers
Keep your favorite snacks, drinks, and essentials close at hand with the Insignia™ 4.4 Cu. Ft. Mini Fridge. Spacious enough for dorm rooms, this compact refrigerator offers generous storage without taking up valuable floor space.it has adjustable sh...
Insignia™ 4.4 Cu. Ft. Mini Fridge
Some dorms have a trash can and others don't. Either way my boys both told me this trash can was a necessity. It is a medium size so holds a solid amount of trash without taking up a massive amount of space. It's simple and gets the job done!
7.8gal Trash Can | Target
Trash bags are a must to accompany the trash can. Even if a can is provided, having good bags will be a huge win when the bags end up overfilled. The scented ones aren't a bad idea either...
Glad Trash Bags | ForceFlex Drawstring
Use this sturdy and easy to install curtain rod on windows, to create a door for a closet, or in a bathroom! This is an easy way to hang drapery or a shower curtain without creating damage in the walls.
Curtain Tension Rods | Target
This curtain rod is the only one on my windows at home. It is solid and stable, can be purchased in a variety of widths, and has a simple but elegant end cap finish.
Use this for windows or to create a "door" for the closet area.
You hang without ...
Ivilon Curtain Rod | Amazon
Add an element of interest to your room with decorative curtains. These will help block light for better sleep and increased temperature control.
These can also be used on closets to create a door (if needed) and to hide any mess!
Curtains & Drapes | Target
These are amazing under the bed or tucked in a corner. They move easily on wheels and allow for great organization of items in the drawers.
We keep dishes, cleaning supplies, academic supplies, even socks or other small accessories in them for easy...
3 Drawer Medium Cart White - Brightroom™
There are lots of laundry baskets out there. My boys prefer the plain old plastic white ones. They push them under the bed to hide dirty laundry. Easy peasy and very affordable.
There are backpack ones and others that have carrying straps that they...
Laundry Baskets
Costco-sized laundry pods are a college game changer! Pre-measured and mess-free, they're perfect for busy students who want clean clothes without measuring liquid detergent or dealing with messes.
Laundry Detergent | Costco
Costco-sized dryer sheets are a simple, budget-friendly essential for college students. Buying in bulk means you'll have enough to last through countless loads of laundry, saving money and eliminating the need for frequent store trips. They make the ...
Bounce Select a Size Fabric Softener Dryer Sheets
My boys keep a pitcher of cold water in their fridge. While they can get water across campus from water filling stations, that water isn't usually cold so they love having this stashed in their room. The filter helps ensure the freshest and tastiest ...
PUR Water Purifiers | Faucet, Pitchers & Filters