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My Dorm Must-Haves!
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items I am a current college student, and I have listed out what has gotten me through the year, plus things that I wish I had bought and knew about earlier!!!
This is although some people are against it, a must have! The water at my college tastes like chlorine and I know some have harsh chemicals in the water fountains and tap, so a must have for any college students!!
Brita Water Filter Pitcher, 6-Cup, BPA Free
NEED THIS! A fan is so important due to the heat and air conditioning fluctuate in the dorm rooms so much, so I highly suggest getting one like this, plus they are usually on sale and this is the one I use which has lasted me every day for 2 years so...
IRIS USA WOOZOO Air Circulator Fan, Remote, 8 Speeds
Something people often forget, but you will want your door to be open and let people in and use them for different things. So I highly suggest door stops!!!
Heavy Duty Door Stopper Wedge (2 Chrome)
A air purifier is a must have, it gets so muggy and dead air in the dorms, so I highly suggest getting one of these, plus it is a good size and doesn't take up a ton room
LEVOIT Core Mini-P Air Purifier w/ Fragrance
Something a lot of people wont think about, a desk hutch! I didn't get one, but had one of these delivered once I got to campus and realized how helpful it is. It saves a lot of space and allows for you to have more storage. Plus this one is standard...
IFANNY Desk Hutch 37'' x 40.5'' Bookshelf
Literally the key to everything you hang up, unless its really heavy, but string lights, posters, other decor, and much more! I highly suggest getting these, especially if you are in a dorm with cinder block, since nothing sticks on them except for t...
Gorilla Mounting Putty, Tan, 84 Squares x3
If you are unable to loft your bed, or you just want to make it higher, don't forget the bed risers! It makes it much easier to put things underneath the bed, especially furniture and storage!
Utopia Bedding Adjustable Bed Risers 3-8 Inch Set
A shower caddy is a must! But don't get the mesh because it will mold!! Get the plastic, I have had zero issues with it, plus it supports whatever you want to put in it and has enough room for larger shampoo bottles.
Xuhdukc Portable Shower & Cleaning Caddy, Milky White
Get that rolling cart! This has been sooo helpful in college, especially with snacks, medicine, and many other storage components that can fit on here. I love it and highly suggest for anyone who also needs more storage and space.
Laiensia 3-Tier Rolling Utility Cart White
Since kettles and other things often aren't allowed, a keurig has solved my issues! This one is small, and it has such good colors to match the aesthetic of any room. Plus you can get hot water for your noodles, tea, and matcha. Plus obviously you ca...
Keurig K-Mini Single Serve Coffee Maker
Get a tool kit!!!! You must get one, especially if you need to build anything or loft your bed. I also would suggest one with a drill and scissors, because people forget scissors so often! But a must, you never know when you will need a tool!!!!
8V Cordless Drill & 126-Piece Home Tool Kit
SOOO GOOOD! I went from my comfortable queen bed at home to a twin, and this made it seem like no difference. I have this exact topper, and it makes the bed so comfortable you forget you are even on a twin college bed.
Ultra Soft Twin Bamboo Viscose Mattress Topper
If looking for a water bottle, GET THE OWALA!! Not the stanley! The owala's come in so many cool colors and they fit into the backpacks perfectly, plus the stanley cups are too big and holding it all the itme is so annoying. Plus the owala is cheaper...
Owala FreeSip 40oz Insulated Water Bottle
Get your dehumidifier! Depending on where the college is at, the dorms will get so humid and muggy, so I definitely suggest getting a dehumidifier that is small and easy to use like this!
TABYIK Small Dehumidifier
If you get sick (which you will and probably on the first week or so) Get yourself a humidifier! Even if you have a dehumidifier, having a humidifier on hand is always helpful especially if you get really sick and you need help fast.
LEVOIT 2.5L Top Fill Cool Mist Humidifier
For when the dining hall isn't open and you want a snack, or you are hungry and don't have time, get a snack like Cheez-Itz!! I love these and so do my friends who come to my dorm, highly suggest!
Cheez-It Original Cheese Crackers, 40 Packs