Staying in in dorms at college is the first chance for many young people to experience life away from their parent’s house. Though the majority manage to get by easily enough in the often very basic circumstances there are a few things that can help to make staying there a little easier.

- Cleaning Supplies. Dorm rooms often become somewhat dirty in a short space of time, particularly if there is a fair amount of partying taking place. Disinfectant, paper towels, and a general cleaning solution are useful to keep on hand.

- Power Strip / Surge Protector. In most cases, a dorm room has four to six electrical outlets. With all the electrical items that students tend to accumulate, there are often more things needing electricity than outlets.

- Bandages and First Aid Kit. While the college student mentality is one of not needing to be looked after, occasionally a shaving knick or skinned knee requires some attention. A basic first aid kit, that includes bandages, cold medication and paracetamol is a neccesity for every college student.

- Personal Printer / Scanner. Most campuses offer computer labs for students to work at and to print their reports and assignments. However, these facilities are often overcrowded and are subject to daytime hours of availablity. Being able to print what you want, when you want with a dorm room printer is much less hassle.

- Spare Bed Linens. The item that takes up more space than anything else in a college dorm room is normally the bed. With it being the biggest thing in the room, it tends to be made use of for more than just sleeping. This can rapidly lead to dirty sheets that need to be washed.

- Tools. Sometimes, when things break, the maintenance men are too slow to come or claim that it’s your responsibility, not theirs. Getting yourself standard tools, such as a hammer and screwdriver, makes little accidents less frustrating.

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