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Dorm Essentials
18 items
By
Jae
A list of essentials items for dorm living from one college student to another.
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Buy this, and put whatever color duvet cover you want on top. Saves so much money instead of buying multiple comforters
Truly Soft Classic Duvet Insert Comforter
Been using this for 2 years, very functional and good quality
Sterilite Ultra™ Wheeled Hamper Plastic Adult, White
These are great for extra clothing storage
3 Drawer Wide Tower White - Brightroom™
Cheaper option and makes the bed feel so much better
2/3 Inch Cooling Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper for Back Pain Relief – Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King – Pressure Relieving, Breathable, CertiPUR-US Certified - Walmart.com
If you don’t have a smart tv, this is perfect to get all streaming platforms. Good quality image and works well on all wifi services.
Roku Express HD Streaming Device with High-Speed HDMI Cable, Standard Remote (No TV Controls) and Fast Wi-Fi
This bath rug is cute, cheap, and soooo soft
17"x24" Everyday Chenille Bath Rug Black - Room Essentials™: Machine Washable, Tufted Recycled Polyester, Non-Slip Backing
Great for doing assignments in bed and has a little pocket on the side!
Nestl Backrest Reading Pillow, Back Support Pillow with Arms, Shredded Memory Foam Bed Rest Pillow, Silver Gray - Walmart.com
I have two of these: one to hang my purses and another to hang my towels, highly recommend!
Better Homes & Gardens SnugFit Over-the-Door Hook Rack – 6 Double Hooks, Matte Black Steel
Super useful, easy installation, and makes your room look bigger
Mainstays 14.25" x 50.25" Black Over the Door Mirror - Walmart.com
These are the KEY to effectively moving in and out of a dorm. Makes the process so much easier
Rugged Rhino Moving Bags, Extra Large 50lb Capacity, Water and Puncture Resistant, 4 Pack Blue - Walmart.com
Easiest way to make your room a vibe: mood lighting!
Ahosoon LED Night Light Sunset Projector Lamp,16 Colors 360 °Rotating Adjustable Sunset light for Photography/Party/Bedroom
If your dorm has a bathroom, this makes cleaning the toilet 10 times easier!
Clorox ToiletWand Disposable Toilet Bowl Brush Cleaner System
Works really well for when the room gets warm and is super small so it won’t take up too much space!
IRIS WOOZOO Oscillating Fan with Timer 3 Speed Settings
Good quality reliable hangers
Yaheetech 100pcs Velvet Hangers With Tie Bar Flocked Non Slip 360° Swivel Hook, Black
Perfect to put right by the door so you won’t forget your keys!
Command White Key Rail, 4 Hooks, 1 Key Holder for Wall, 6 Strips/Pack
If you’re sharing your room, you should have a safe for your valuables
SentrySafe 1200 Fire-Resistant Box Safe with Key Lock 0.18 Cu. ft., Black
Also been using this for 3 years. It’s cute and great for storage.
RÅSKOG Utility cart - white 13 3/4x17 3/4x30 3/8 "
Just bought this, heard great things about it!
BLACK+DECKER 9.0 -Spray Chrome 4-in Round Dual/Combo High Pressure Rain Shower Head 1.8 GPM
