Top Must Have Dorm Products

DEVCON 5 MINUTE EPOXY GLUE 353584

We get it.  Things happen.  And sometimes things break.  When they do break you need a quick, strong, “go to glue” to put it back together and get on with your life.  This easy-to-use two-part epoxy will not go bad during long layoffs but will be ready to go when needed.  

night light

WESTEK DUSK TO DAWN LED WITH POWER FAILURE NIGHTLIGHT 504290

It is always good to have a little light in the room no matter what time of night.  Maybe your roommate is messy and leaves everything on the floor making those late-night trips back from the library an obstacle course.  Well, here is a great little night light that automatically comes on during a power failure.

stanley tool box

STANLEY 19 IN ESSENTIAL TOOL BOX 367478

With all the best tools and supplies sin the dorm you are sure to be the “go to person” when there is a problem.  But you need to keep organized and keep all your stuff together and organized.  Here is a great tool box that is small enough to keep in the closet but big enough to keep your stuff together.  

sharpie set

5 PK SHARPIE 977691

Who doesn’t use Sharpie markers? Great to mark your stuff, or just to doodle, these permanent markers dry quickly, are smear and water proof, and can write on paper as well as metal, glass, plastic, cloth, foil, etc.  

stapler

STAPLER 970934

Keep your important work and reports together. Dependability and performance at an affordable price. Staples up to 12 sheets for those big term papers.

staples

STAPLES 974285

Never run out of staples when you really need them! For standard staplers. Chisel point, strips of 210.

smells be gone

SMELLS B GON SOLID AIR DEODORIZER 610262

If your dorm has long lasting funky smells, or just a stinky roommate, this solid air freshener is for you. It continuously eliminates and absorbs odors in a 400 sq. ft. area for a minimum of 3 months. That should get you through the quarter!  

febreeze

FEBREEZE ODOR NEUTRALIZER 611181

Questionable odors got you down? Use Febreeze. Great for quickly reviving your dorm room, bathroom, or gym locker.  A few sprays tackle heavy odors and freshen fabrics, carpets, and air. Perfect for a daily refresher, or when guests will be visiting. 

ear plugs

DEWALT EAR PLUGS 334132

Don’t forget these and be caught off guard. You never know when you will have the snoring roommate, the roommate who plays video games all night, or the loud neighbors. Tune it all out with ear plugs. 

first aid kit

FIRST AID KIT 602274

Accidents can happen! Whether on a road trip, camping, or around campus, be prepared for almost anything with this 62-piece first aid kit. It comes in a sturdy, compact carrying case with handles so you can easily take it on the go. 

umbrella

TRAVEL UMBRELLA 800583

Don’t get caught in the rain unprepared, especially with expensive textbooks in hand. This travel umbrella folds to a small 11”, yet opens to 44” to offer protection in the rain. Perfect to take to class or on the walk across campus.

command strips

COMMAND 3M MOUNTING STRIPS 617164

These mounting strips are perfect for dorm use where nails and tacks are not allowed. They allow you to mount art, photos, and posters on the wall without damage, while offering reusability and clean removal.

command hooks

3M COMMAND LARGE ADHESIVE HOOKS 601717

Not allowed to put holes in the wall, but still want to hang your posters, photos, hats, or scarves? These large adhesive hooks should do the trick, holding up to 7-1/2 lbs., yet leaving no holes or damage behind after removal.

suction hook

NATIONAL SUCTION HOOK N259937

These suction hooks are great for hanging your larger items! Holding up to 22lbs., these suction hooks will hold without damaging the wall or using any nails. They are also reusable, and come in different colors. 

door coat hook

SPECTRUM OVER DOOR HOOK MULTI 610410

These chrome finish over the door hooks offer easy added hanging space without damaging any walls or doors. Simply slip it over your door, and hang your towels, jackets, bathrobes, etc. 

clothes hanger

HOMZ CLOTHES HANGERS 10PK 621390

These vinyl-coated, rustproof hangers, are great for all of your clothes, and come in a set of 12. Great for wash-n-wear. 

lysol

LYSOL 19 OZ DISINFECTANT SPRAY 614876

Keeping shared spaces clean and disinfected is more important than ever.  Lysol disinfectant spray to get the job done.  Work it out with your roomate(s) and spray down the high-contact areas, like the handles and doorknobs.  Just any place that people might be constantly touching.  

presto popcorn maker

PRESTO AIR POPCORN MACHINE 637993

Are you a popcorn lover? Check out the air popcorn machine! It pops with hot air for a healthy, low-calorie treat. Up to 18 cups of gourmet popcorn are popped in less than 2-1/2 minutes, so you can get to your movie nights faster!  

presto popcorn maker

THERMOS BRAND INSULATED TRAVEL MUG 625211

These stainless steel 16 oz. travel mugs are perfect for trips across campus. Thermos vacuum insulation technology gives maximum temperature retention, hot or cold. They have an unbreakable stainless steel interior and exterior, and are cool to the touch with hot liquids, sweat-proof with cold.

pizza cutter

SCIZZA PIZZA CUTTER DFSC2010

Maybe you have more new friends than slices of pizza.  Or the pizzeria forgot to slice the pie again.  No worries.  With this pizza cutter you are going to be one of the most popular people in the dorm.  Just don’t forget who borrowed it last. 

coffee blend for keurig

KEURIG COFFEE: GREEN MOUNTAIN BLEND 48PK 650438

Need coffee to kick off your day? Our Keurig K-Cup coffees brew the perfect cup of coffee in under a minute without anything to measure or clean-up. Our House Blend is medium, lively, and balanced, but why not try more of our flavors? 

kettle

OXO ELECTRIC KETTLE OXO 8710300

The electric kettle is a great dorm accessory for anyone who loves tea or ramen noodles. The rapid boil function heats water faster than a microwave, and the unit automatically shuts off after boiling or when water reaches a low level.   

can opener

SWING A WAY CAN OPENER 612561

Great for those nights where you just want a bowl of soup, this chrome plated can opener is smooth and easy to use, with vinyl cushion grips so your hands don’t hurt after use.  

pliers

MILWAUKEE LOCKING PLIERS 303712

You’ll never know when a durable pair of pliers will come in handy, but this tool is a must-have for any toolbox. Fix loose furniture, keep a pair in your car for emergencies, or just be that go-to friend who has it all. 

flashlight

MAGLITE LED FLASHLIGHT 800436

Yes, you have your phone, but a good flashlight is a true essential tool for anyone. Whether the power goes out, you don’t want to wake your roommate, or you’re going on an evening campout, keep one nearby. (Don’t forget batteries!)  

lysol wipes

LYSOL DUAL ACTION WIPES 613857

Once cold season kicks in, germs spread like wildfire around dorms. Keep these antibacterial wipes handy to clean doorknobs, furniture, bathrooms, and other items if you or your room mate start to get a little sneezy. 

cleaning spray

MRS MEYERS COUNTERTOP SPRAY 621730

We know that when it’s crunch time for studying and tests, cleaning is the last thing on your mind. But, a little maintenance here or there (and not just during Parents’ Weekend) will keep your room fresh. Use this natural cleaner for all surfaces.  

hand soap

MRS MEYERS HAND SOAP 622028

All-natural Mrs. Meyer’s hand soap is a great-smelling, healthier solution to skin-drying, chemical-laden soaps. Choose your favorite scent, from lavender, geranium, basil, and lemon verbena. Find cleaning supplies in the same scents.  

wipes

WEIMAN ELECTRONICS CLEANER 609997

Whether you use a smart phone, Tablet, e-reader, or other touch-screen device, keep your electronic gadgets free from fingerprints, oils, mystery smudges, and more with this effective cleaner. A very popular item. 

adapter

LEVITON 3 TO 2 PLUG ADAPTER 504010

Most chargers and electronics use a two-prong plug, but many desktop computers, hair dryers, mini-fridges, and other appliances use a three-prong. This adapter allows you to switch any outlet to a 2 or 3 prong outlet to fit your needs.  

multi plug outlet

MULTI TAP ELECTRICAL TAP 502245 

In today’s digital world, chances are you’ll need plenty of outlets for charging up or plugging in. Don’t be an outlet hog – electrical taps will provide enough space for everyone to share, or for you to charge all your gadgets at the same time. 

cork screw

OXO’s Waiter’s Corkscrew OXO3110200

It’s election year: celebrate the vote with a big bottle of sparkling cider (or other beverages for those of legal age) and be sure to have one of these multi-use bottle openers on hand, featuring a cap opener, corkscrew, and foil cutter.

multitool

GERBER MULTITOOL 808576

You might not know when you’ll need a multitool, but it comes in handy for a variety of projects and circumstances. It features everything from pliers to scissors to a file. You’ll want to keep this quality tool in a lockbox safe. 

mini hammer

DO IT BEST MINI 8 0Z HAMMER 300640

This compact tool is another toolkit necessity and doesn’t take up much space but gets the job done for building furniture and other projects. Sure to be a “hit” with your friends (sorry, we had to).  

screw driver

LUTZ SCREWDRIVER 16 IN 1 GG123450

This 16-in-1 screwdriver is compact but has all the right sizes to get any project done. The personalized Woodstock Hardware logo helps you keep track of this valuable tool in those instances when it seems to walk away.

bed risers

RANGE KLEEN BED RISERS 634476

Lift your dorm bed off the floor by about 6” and create more room for storage. Keep out-of-season clothes, extra office supplies, shoes, a lockbox safe, stacks of books, and storage containers out of sight and under the bed.

lock box

SENTRY LOCKBOX SAFE 970646

Nothing against your room mates, but it’s better to be safe than sorry. Have this small lock box your first day in the dorm and put it under the bed. Keep cards, jewelry, your passport, cash and other valuables safely hidden away.

microfiber cloth

E-CLOTH MICROFIBER TAD10602 [GREEN]

The ultimate green-cleaner! E-cloths clean just about everything and anything with only water (desks, dressers, bathrooms) — no sprays or other cleansers needed. It even lifts 99% of bacteria; great for door handles when the roomie starts sneezing.  

command hooks

3M COMMAND UTILITY HOOKS 601708

Chances are you’re not allowed to hammer nails in your dorm room wall. These durable yet easy-to-remove adhesive strips make it easy to personalize your space: put up posters, photos, and notes without damaging walls. 

brita filters

BRITA PORTABLE WATER FILTER 600742 [GREEN]

The Brita hard sided bottle filter is a portable, safe, and easy to use water filtration system that reduces unwanted chlorine, pesticides, and detergents from your water. Place a filter bag in its case, drop it in any refillable water bottle, shake, and the carbon filters remove impurities. 

surge protector

WOODS 8 OUTLET SURGE  STRIP/PROTECTOR 502778

The dorm may have been built in your parent’s day, but you need a connection to today’s digital world. But if you’re sharing a dorm with another tech-savvy student, you don’t want to argue over outlets. Charge all your gadgets with one outlet. 

gorilla tape

GORILLA TAPE 403364 

This is a no-brainer yet students forget: This muiltipurpose tape can fix almost anything. Repair a broken chair leg, rebind your falling-apart notebooks, gather and bind wires or computer cables – the options are endless.  

flash drive

GIGASTONE CLASSIC 32 GB USB DRIVE 502921  [GREEN]  

Don’t print out that ten-page paper and risk losing it between your dorm and the library. Save trees and save it to a USB drive for extra backup. Keep that USB drive on a lanyard or keychain and always have your work at-hand.

tower fan

BEST COMFORT TOWER FAN 507026

Too hot? Not much to do about it. We’ve been told these fans have saved many a student during a warm fall (don’t forget, you still have a month left of summer in the early fall semester) and especially spring finals.

batteries

ENERGIZER RECHARGE BATTERY STATION 800996

Digital cameras and other portable devices go through batteries faster than the blink of an eye. Instead of buying endless quantities of disposable batteries, this charger – which includes 4 rechargable AA bateries – lets you reuse your AAs or AAAs.

water bottle

ECOVESSEL STAINLESS-STEEL REUSABLE BOTTLE  EVBLD700SE [GREEN]

This EcoVessel trip walled stainless steel water bottle is a safe, stylish, and reusable alternative to disposable plastic bottles. Store and carry water, juice, or carbonated drinks in this ultra-lightweight, impact-resistant stainless-steel bottle. 

water bottle

IDESIGN INTERDESIGN SHOWER CADDY  ID79133

Taking your shampoos, soaps, and toiletries to and from the community showers just got easier. Our Orbz Divided Flex Shower Basket features divided compartments that make it easy to organize your shower supplies in a fun carry-all tote.

coat hooks

INTERDESIGN IDESIGN 6 HOOK OVER-DOOR RACK 603760

Save floor space by using hanging hooks, such as this durable over-the-door rack. It features 6 hooks to hang towels, purses, robes, backpacks, hoodies, coats, and much more. Its shiny chrome exterior goes great with any décor.