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dorm items u ACTUALLY NEED
17 items
By
Madeline Rhee
Dorm items to buy for college that you will actually use
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makes bed SO much more comfy MUST HAVE
ViscoSoft Memory Foam Mattress Topper 2 Inch Twin XL - Extra Long - Made in USA - Cooling Reflex Gel Mattress Pad CertiPUR-US Certified Blue
tap water is GROSSS 🤮
Brita 6-Cup Water Filter Pitcher, BPA Free, White
don't let electronics get FRIED
GE 6-Outlet Surge Protector, 10 Ft Cord, 800J
washing machine will eat ur socks
3Pcs Honeycomb Mesh Laundry Bags for Delicates
water proof, has pockets and is flexible
F-color Mesh Shower Caddy, 7 Pockets, Black
use on the side of the bed for chargers and phone
Aiduy Bedside Caddy, Hanging Storage Bag, Grey
need for extra clothes storage
HOMZ 3 Drawer Plastic Storage Cart, White/Clear
some dorms won't have a large mirror
Mirrorize Full Length Over Door Mirror, 42x14, White
avoid foot fungus
Shower Shoes
MUST HAVE
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh & Lemon, 75x3
saves hair and skin
Mulberry Silk Pillowcase Standard 20x26 Haze Blue
u actually will need it surprisingly
Geekey Multi-tool | Stainless Steel Key Shaped Tool
important for charging devices
Anker 313 Power Bank 10000mAh with USB-C & PowerIQ
get one with a lid
Ice Tray
air conditioning sucks
Fan
dorms can get stuffy so keep room fresh with spray
Febreze Air Freshener, Linen & Sky, 8.8oz, 2 Count
small trash can just fills up too quickly most of the time
BIG trash can