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Proctor Silex K2070Y 1 Liter Electric Kettle $11.39 Housed in a smooth, modern-looking design, this 1000-watt electric kettle rapidly boils up to 1 quart of water for coffee, tea, instant soups, and more. The unit features a detachable cord and a nonspill spout for graceful serving, plus a generous handle with a secure grip. Its immersed heating element provides a rapid and quiet heating process, making it ideal for the office, home, or college dor… |
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Mr. Coffee MWBLK Mug Warmer $5.31 Trust Mr. Coffee to create this unique product. It’s like a special dock for your mug. Place you mug on this electric base and it’ll keep any beverage warm. From coffees, teas, chocolates, and toddies, use this mug warmer to help keep beverages warm – as you like it. It’s perfect for any fan of warm beverages. This Mug Warmer also makes a great gift to an appreciative friend or colleague…. |
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Rival 4071-WN 32-Ounce Hot Pot Express, White $10.18 A real time-saver, this 32-ounce Hot Pot boils water 60 percent faster than a microwave. The plain white exterior makes it equally at home in an office or dorm room, and the nonstick interior can be wiped out easily with a soapy sponge (the pot should never be immersed in water). Seven settings, from low to high, allow milk to gently warm or noodle soups to come to a full boil. A one-year warranty… |
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GE 50246 Smart Home Door Stop Alarm $7.00 Securing rooms from unauthorized entry couldn’t be easier. The GE 50246 Personal Security Door Stop Alarm requires no wires or complicated installation and is powered by a single nine-volt battery (not included). Simply place the pressure-sensitive Door Stop Alarm at the base of any door, and the device will emit a powerful 120-decibel alarm when the door is opened. The 50246 Door Stop Alarm is ex… |
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Command 17203 Small and Medium Picture Hanging Strips, 4 Small 8 Medium Sets of Strips $6.30 Make any space yours with the Command Small and Medium Picture Hanging Strips, a damage-free solution for decorating your home or office. Ideal for frames and other items 12 pounds or less, these handy strips will lock your pictures securely onto the wall. Thanks to the innovative Command Adhesive strips, you can mount and remount them without damaging your walls–no nails, tacks, or tape required… |
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Command 17204 Medium Picture-Hanging Strips, 6-Sets $1.69 Make any space yours with the Command Medium Picture Hanging Strips, a damage-free solution for decorating your home or office. Ideal for frames and other items 12 pounds or less, these handy strips will lock your pictures securely onto the wall. Thanks to the innovative Command Adhesive strips, you can mount and remount them without damaging your walls–no nails, tacks, or tape required.Medium Pi… |
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Fog Free Shower/Travel Safety Mirror $17.00 What is your time worth? Shave in the shower – If you save only one minute a day, that is 6 hours a year! For travel – throw your mirror, razor, toothbrush, and other wet items in a zip bag – throw the bag in your suitcase and go! The mirror is almost unbreakable. Hand hold – hang with string from shower head – hang from suction cup… |
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Closet Organizers Perfect for College Dorms
Organizing dorm room closets can be tricky. Because they’re so small, college dorms pose challenges that are unique and can seem expensive to solve. Many college students have a hard time transitioning from living in their parents’ big houses to these tiny, shared rooms. It can seem impossible to find adequate space for all their belongings.
Luckily, you don’t have to leave half of your wardrobe behind to move into a dorm. And you don’t have to spend a fortune on complicated, space saving products. With a little creativity and the right closet organizers, you can whip your dorm closet into shape without spending a fortune.
Clothing Organizers
The major problems with dorm closet organization stem from the overall lack of storage space. Since students live in these little rooms for multiple seasons, they need to store clothes for warm, temperate and cold weather. Mom and dad’s basement or attic isn’t an option for summer or winter clothes.
Students may also need to care for a few pieces of formal attire. Though it will seldom be used, it’s important to bring formal and professional clothing to school. Award ceremonies, banquets and interviews can pop up at any time. Beyond that, there is the issue of dealing with shoes and clothes that get wet or dirty frequently — this is especially true for college athletes.
Your dorm room closet needs to accommodate all of these issues while also handling your day to day needs. Some major organizational work is in order.
Space saving products like the Stack Max and Hang Max are great for storing seasonal items or formal items that are rarely used. These two products store clothing and linens in a special plastic bag and then use a vacuum system to remove all of the air and compress the item. You can then stack these small bags in the closet to save space. It will likely cut the space taken up by the clothing in half. The Stack Max is also great for folded items such as extra blankets, jackets and sweaters. By compressing these items, they take up minimal space in the closet. This not only protects the items, but also prevents toppling stacks of sweaters and blankets. Hang Max works with clothes that need to be hung in the closet, and does a great job of keeping them wrinkle free and safe from dust, dirt and moisture.
Another great product that cuts down on closet space is the Wonder Hanger. These products let you hang four or more articles of clothing on just one hanger, which saves a great deal of space without breaking your budget. This simple product can double or even triple your amount of closet space.
Shoe Organizers
Shoe storage is another dorm closet challenge. Even at college, you will need a significant selection of footwear, so efficient closet storage is important. An over the door shoe organizer is a great storage solution. You can also hang these organizers off the end of a bunk bed if you have the right set up. Purchase a model with plastic or easy to clean pouches, and you’ll be able to neatly hold all of your footwear in the same place.
If you need a good place to store muddy footwear, consider a rubber shoe mat that you can keep by the door. This is a great way to keep your tiny room clean. If you need additional footwear storage, an under the bed shoe rack has an even bigger holding capacity and can keep your footwear safe from dust, moisture and dirt.
Accessory Organizers
It can also be hard to store and organize your jewelry in a college dorm. These fragile items need to be kept safe and out of sight in your dorm. As much as we want to trust fellow students, stealing can be a major problem in some dormitories. Keeping your door locked at all times helps, but investing in a jewelry armoire with a simple lock is good insurance. Mirror armoires are also handy. The dual function of this item makes it extra convenient, since many dorm rooms do not have enough mirrors.
With the right products, you can find effective storage solutions for all of your clothes, shoes and accessories. Tackling dorm room organization requires some creative strategies, but the payoff can be well worth the effort. With a neat and organized closet, you’ll be able to focus on schoolwork, friends and fun. Make your dorm room a haven for efficiency, and comfort by purchasing quality products to keep the space organized.
About the Author
Nick Kakolowski is a freelance writer who writes about staying organized, often discussing specific products such as closet organizers.
5 Super Cool Must Have’s for Dorm Room Decor
College Freshman alert: you’ll soon have be living in your very first home away from home. Get ready to infuse some personality into your dorm room with these must have dorm room decor ideas.
You’re going to spend a lot of time in your dorm room–what do you want it to say about you? Here are 5 cool decorating ideas to make it really stand out.
1.Bedding. Start with a brand new comforter. Choose one in your favorite color or with a great design. Down is especially warm and luxurious so go for this if it’s in your budget. Down comforters are usually white, so get a stylish duvet cover to top it off.
2. At your feet. You’ll want to have a small rug to sit on. Hit the big name carpet outlets and check out remnants and small area rugs. If you find a great remnant, have it bound around the edges so it wont shed.
3. Let there be light. Your desk will need to have a very good light source for all those late night study sessions and also to prevent eye strain. Spend some time looking at desk lamps that are not only practical but stylish to boot.
4. Dress up your wall. Think of your bare dorm room wall as a blank canvas. Use removable wall decals or a small peel and stick wall mural to make a big decorating statement. Find a great image that captures your vibe, so to speak, and hang it safely on the wall.
5. Leave a message. Get a dry erase board to hang on the outside of your door. You can write a line from your favorite song and switch it out with a memorable quote the next day. Or you can let everyone know what you’re doing right now a la Facebook. Leave a marker out for friends to respond!
Use these tips as a guide to find the perfect dorm room decor that reflects your personality and style.
About the Author
Find 1000′s of cool peel and stick wall murals in sizes to fit your dorm room at http://ArtisticHomeowner.com.