Dorm Room Accessories

It's the Dorm Room Accessories that can make your living space more comfortable and functional.

Adding some well chosen accessories can make a big difference in any dorm room. There are functional issues like proper lighting but also comfort items like pictures from home.

You can easily show some individual style and color coordinate drapes, bed coverings, and wall hangings. Using the right accessories and colors can even make the room appear bigger and set the mood of the room.

Functional items like an alarm clock, efficient lighting for studying, and a comfortable place to sit while studying are important too. Accessories are usually pretty low cost but can really help make your new living quarters more like a home away from home.

Short List of Must Have Accessories: Here's a list of things that are almost an absolute.

At least one set of plastic dishes and silverware.
Lamps, one for bedside and one for desk.
Clock Radio and alarm.
Wastepaper basket.
Toolkit.
Sewing Kit.
Surge protectors.
2 Sets of Bedding and pillows.
Coffee maker or hot pot.
Any special needs (medical, mobility, or disability items).
Lockbox or somewhere to secure valuables.

Don't forget medicines and prescriptions. An emergency fund would be good if possible. Any item you can't get locally.

Function and Purpose: Since dorm rooms are small, every item should be useful in multiple ways if possible. Not a lot or space for clutter. Corner shelves make more space. All in one stereo with alarm and clock makes since. Shower caddies and bathroom shelving helps organize. It's the small stuff that can make a difference.

Storage Tricks: Trust me when I say storage will be a problem. Maybe not in the first month or so but as time goes on and you acquire more stuff, it can become a big issue. Get hanging shoe holders that go on the wall or back of the door. Use drawer units that fit under your bed. Clothes hangers that hang vertical. Check out the Container Store and other places that have unique products to maximize space.

Stuff You Don't Need But Will Probably Get: OK, you're in college. So if you see a Lava Lamp or Black light you can't resist, go for it. Or that poster of your favorite celebrity or sports star. One of my favorites, the wastepaper basketball set. But try and keep the nonessential but fun stuff down to a minimum. Too many distractions can compete with studying.

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