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12 Dorm Hacks Every College Student Needs

Affordable tricks to survive in college.

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12 Dorm Hacks Every College Student Needs
Amber Buzis

College is hard. Watching freshmen wobble around campus is like watching newborn calves walk. Life on your own is a new adventure, and it isn't super easy to figure out how to go about your day-by-day routine! Here are some easy tips to make your life in a dorm easier.

1. Fill in wall holes with soap.

Did you hammer in that nail a little too hard? Leave a hole? Soap! You can also use white toothpaste.

2. Clean glass with lemon juice.


Apply lemon juice to metal or glass, and the caked on dirt will come right off. The citrus in the lemon juice fights the dirt to keep it clean.


3. Put lights in the bathroom.


The lights make it cozy, as well as convenient to use when using the bathroom late at night.

4. Command Strips!

Use Command Strips for almost everything. They are an easy way to make your dorm feel more like home!

5. Designate a mug shelf.


By having a mug shelf, you can display all of your cute mugs, without having them scattered around the room!

6. Create roommate rotations.

If everyone is sharing a trashcan, make a trash schedule! This way everyone is doing their part.

7. Place Command Strips in the cupboard.

In the bathroom cupboard, place command strips for hair styling needs.

8. Use a clothespin for fresh food.


Using a clothespin is trendy and convenient in keeping food fresh.


9. Keep utensils in a mug.

Place your collection of utensils in a mug as an easy way to not lose them.

10. Use your key holder.

Seriously, do you want to lose your keys?

11. Place a ribbon on your cords.

To keep cords from tangling, wrap them in ribbon.

12. MAKE CAKE IN A MUG!!!

Making cake in a mug is a fun way to bond with friends, as well as put a smile on your face!

I hope these tips help you in your dorm life experience!

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