7 Storage Solutions Every College Student Needs
Carts, clothes racks and more to make the most of even the tiniest dorm room.
Dorm-room size varies greatly between universities, but one thing is for sure: All dorms are tiny. We’re talking, on average, less than 240 square feet to be split between two students. Which means those students need an abundance of smart storage solutions to maximize their tiny slice of collegiate real estate. And for that, IKEA is one of the best places to shop for an impressive selection at affordable prices. Here are seven pieces that every student should snag.
Dead space under a bed becomes a second closet with a few of these PÄRKLA cases. They’re perfect for extra bedding, seasonal clothes and lesser-used items like roller skates or Halloween costumes.
Dresser drawers quickly become chaos for even the most diligent of laundry folders. This set of six boxes brings order back to those socks, belts, undergarments and jewelry.
Versatile utility carts are your best friend in a small space — and this slender version is just over seven inches wide, so it can easily fit just about anywhere. Use it in a closet to hold accessories, put it between the sink and shower in the bathroom for toiletries and cleaning supplies or turn it into a rolling snack trolley.
Fake a foyer by using this sleek rack near the door. It measures more than 3.6 feet long, providing plenty of space for outerwear, while the lower rack fits four pairs of shoes. The height is adjustable, and each end of the rod acts as a hook for purses, scarves and the like.
Use this set of metal mesh drawers in the closet for T-shirts and accessories, in the kitchenette to hold dishware and snacks or even in the bathroom to keep paper products and toiletries in order.
Somewhat surprisingly, most dorm rooms do not come equipped with bookshelves. The KALLAX unit is the answer to this problem, offering eight cubes, plus a top shelf for books, knickknacks and more. Bonus: The design makes it easy to split between roommates, so there are no battles over shelf space.
Think of the ALEX as a chic filing cabinet. At 27.5 inches tall, it easily fits under most desks, providing handy and attractive storage for all those school supplies — or, let’s be real, the required midnight-cram-session snacks.
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