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Decorating a dorm room is a first step to living on your ownMake a positive statement about yourself through your dorm room decorating
Decorating a dorm room is on the mind of both students and parents with the start of a new semester. If you are a freshman, this is definitely the start of a new and exciting time. Let's see if by working together to create a great space in your new room, we can make it a smooth and fun transition.Here is a list of what to expect when you first start your dorm room decorating project:
Don't Bring 2 of Everything!Dorm rooms are small. Consult with your roommate when decorating a dorm room and decide who will bring what. You don't need or have room for 2 refrigerators, 2 microwaves or 2 TV's and DVD players. You can either split the cost of new appliances and then have the hassle of deciding who gets what at the end of the year, or better yet, decide who will provide each item. The bed is the most important item in decorating a dorm roomThe bed is an item you will be using every day on a regular basis. If you can't get a good night's sleep, you won't be alert and do well in class. You don't have to spend a fortune on a bed, but do make sure the mattress is something you will be comfortable sleeping on. Loft beds are available for creating more space when decorating a dorm room. With these elevated beds small dressers, bookshelves, lounging chairs etc. can be placed under them, allowing you to make use of what would be wasted space. When using a loft bed, the space underneath it can be left open, or a drapery rod can be used to hang a curtain to hide the space underneath. A room divider can also be used to hide this space and provide a place of privacy. Most college towns have several thrift stores. These shops have very inexpensive furniture and are a great place to fill out a room. Much of this furniture is sturdy and of good quality, so don't hesitate to shop around and check out the selection. One of the first things to pick out is a comforter. The bed often doubles as a couch, eating corner or study area and is the largest piece of furniture in most dorm rooms, so be sure to choose a comforter that reflects your style and won't immediately show the dirt. Reversible comforters, print on one side and solid color on the other, are a good choice because they offer twice as many design options. Storage ideas for use when decorating a dorm roomWith two and sometimes three people sharing a room, storage is a critical component when decorating a dorm room. Below is a list of storage ideas:
A message center is a must when decorating a dorm roomCommunication centers are important since you sometimes only pass your roommates in the halls. Below is a list of ways to create a message center when decorating a dorm room:
Don't forget ArtArt doesn't have to be expensive. It only has to be fun and reflect your thoughts and interests. Decorating a dorm room with some fun inexpensive posters is a great way to let people know about your interests and personality. Check out the variety of inexpensive posters shown below. Click on any link to see a greater variety of posters and subjects. One caveat: If you are using posters, invest in a poster frames and use temporary hooks to avoid damaging the walls. A loose poster attached to the wall with masking or scotch tape is a decorating disaster waiting to happen. Both the wall and the poster will be damaged because of this slopping handling. You don't want to be charged for room damages at the end of the semester.
A few last thoughts for Decorating a Dorm RoomArea rugs can add a note of character to a room. They also can help warm up the room and also soundproof it. This is also a good way to define individual space. For good lighting, be sure to replace the existing light bulbs with the correct wattage needed for study. Get rid of fluorescent lights when possible. The lighting is harsh and hard on the eyes. Tinted light bulbs are good for areas which are used for relaxing after long study periods. If you find yourself buying water because the college has an outdated plumbing system and you don't trust the water, invest in a Brita Pitcher. You will very soon recoup the cost of this item. Hope these tips are helpful and make your transition to college living the fun, exciting, expanding experience it is meant to be For more tips on decorating other rooms, check out Decorating Rooms for a complete listing Return to Home Page-Home Decorating Room by Room from Decorating a Dorm Room Return to Top |
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