Moving into a dorm room this academic year? Check out these 23 handy items on Amazon Canada for a functional and comfortable living space.
With the start of a new academic year approaching, it's time to stock up on essential items for your college dorm room. Here are some practical and stylish recommendations to make your living space comfortable and organised.
1. A versatile extension cord power strip** offers six outlets for simultaneous charging of electronics, ensuring you never run out of power for your devices.
2. A mesh shower caddy** is a must-have for fitting multiple shower products and featuring pockets and long handles for easy hanging.
3. A motivational water bottle** is large, making it easy to stay hydrated between classes.
4. Antibacterial wet wipes** are useful for cleaning small messes and keeping your dorm room tidy.
5. A stackable sliding drawer unit** helps keep odds and ends organized and is aesthetically pleasing, providing a neat and tidy solution for your belongings.
6. Poo-Pourri** is a handy product that helps prevent awkward bathroom smells, keeping your dorm shared facilities fresh.
7. A Dirt Devil 3-in-1 stick vacuum** is recommended for quick floor cleaning before visits, compact for easy storage in your dorm room.
8. Blackout curtains** are a great investment for blocking out early morning light and helping keep the room cool.
9. A mini fridge** is essential for 24/7 access to drinks and snacks, with enough space for your personal energy drink supply.
10. A zip-up mattress cover** provides waterproof protection for mattresses against spills, sweat, or bed bug invasions.
11. An LED color-changing light bulb** can be controlled via an app and fits into existing lamps, adding a touch of personal style to your dorm room.
12. A mattress topper** made with temperature-regulating gel offers cool sleep and added comfort to well-loved beds.
13. A transparent dry erase sticker** can turn any surface into a memo board, perfect for keeping track of important dates and reminders.
14. A reading pillow** filled with adjustable memory foam pieces offers neck and back support during all-nighter study sessions.
15. A towel wrap** is suitable for use after showers and equipped with a handy pocket for keys or phones.
For more specific recommendations tailored to Canadian college dorms, we recommend checking BuzzFeed's official site or Canadian retail websites specializing in student supplies. Happy shopping and good luck with the new academic year!
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- A pair of slides protect feet from germs in shared showers, have good traction, and dry quickly.
- A handheld fan is recommended for additional cooling when air conditioning is insufficient.
- A bedside shelf caddy is sturdy and the perfect size for storing items like a phone or coffee.
- A makeup mirror has LED lights, a magnifier, and dimmable lights.
- An adjustable laptop stand is recommended, designed to reduce neck strain from hunching over computers and foldable for portability.
- A six-piece comforter set is available, including a reversible comforter, lightweight for cool sleep, and reviewed positively by users.
- A throw blanket is lightweight and suitable for use all year long.
- A laundry hamper has handles for easy transport to the washing machine.
A stylish and hygienic pair of slides is essential for college dorm showers, offering germ protection and quick-drying properties.
In the realm of fashion-and-beauty, a compact and versatile makeup mirror with LED lights, a magnifier, and dimmable features is ideal for applying makeup in your dorm room.
