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Most college dorm rooms are smaller than students would like them to be. This can often leave students messy and unorganized, especially if they are not fully utilizing their space. However, with a few additions the space can be optimized to fit a lot more than one would think.
Wall and Door Hooks
Hooks that you can mount on your door or wall are great. Hang towels, jackets, or keys on them instead of just throwing these things on your couch or bed. The hooks will help keep your room organized and clean. Standard hooks come with glue on the back so that you can mount them to the wall. If your school will allow you to drill into the wall then you can opt for ones that screw into the wall, which will ensure they don’t fall out
Bed Risers
If you decide that you don’t want to loft your bed then getting bed risers could be a good choice. They are generally black sturdy plastic cubes that go under each leg of the bed. They should raise your bed by 6 inches, enough so that you can store some larger items under there. Make sure that you don’t just toss a bunch of stuff under your bed because you will regret this later.
Storage Tubs
These plastic carts can help you save a lot of space. If you chose to get the bed risers then you can now fit these things under your bed. You can also choose to put them in your closet, or you can even just leave them out. These are great for storing clothes when you run out of dresser space, and they are good for school supplies as well.
Shelves
Shelves are often overlooked, but they can be a huge help. You will acquire books for classes in college and you don’t want to damage them because you’ll probably want to sell them back at the end of the semester. Shelves are also nice for putting those random things that you just cant seem to find any place for: toiletries, electronics, papers, etc…
Shoe Organizers
If you have nice shoes then you probably don’t want them getting damaged, which is exactly what will happen if you leave them on the floor all year. Shoe racks can be hung on the back of doors or in the closet. They will really keep your room looking clean and prevent your shoes from getting lost and damaged.
By using these items you can utilize your available space and thus allow yourself the feeling of living in a more spacious environment.
June 22nd, 2009 at 4:50 pm
Damn, I guess I need to get on all of this.
It would be nice if they made dorm rooms bigger, but I guess thats difficult because there are just too many people.
June 22nd, 2009 at 5:07 pm
I would add a good hamper to this list. Having something that is collapsible and easy to haul to the laundry room makes life in college just a little bit easier.
June 22nd, 2009 at 5:37 pm
Design your dorm is really a great help for us students. It makes dorm life easier.
June 22nd, 2009 at 6:26 pm
Maximizing the space you move around in certainly minimises the chances for slips, trips and falls.
June 22nd, 2009 at 7:41 pm
Any type of organizer that can be hung in your closet is really helpful! Shoes, shelving – it saves more space than a shoe rack or storage bings
June 22nd, 2009 at 7:56 pm
There is a really cool over the door rack for shoes and dress shirts that really helps to save space as well.
June 22nd, 2009 at 8:38 pm
Those shoe organizers and storage tubs really saves a lot of spaces, very nice for storage and keeping your room neat and clean.
June 22nd, 2009 at 9:22 pm
I find this site pretty useful since of going to college next year. Now im preparing things for my college
June 22nd, 2009 at 11:50 pm
DYD really provides style and order to a cramped room with their tips for organizing and decorating. And that makes college life extravagantly fun!
June 25th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
DYD is an amazing site that college students especially the freshmen should check out. With just few clicks on the mouse, students could organize and maximize the space of their dorm rooms, without even leaving their house.
March 19th, 2010 at 1:33 am
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May 18th, 2010 at 9:27 pm
Great tips! I really like that you included bed risers – clever