Dorm laundry checklist
Short answer: The 7 things to bring: pop-up or backpack laundry hamper, laundry detergent, stain remover pen, dryer sheets, drying rack, roll of quarters or laundry-card setup (check your school) and mesh bags for delicates.
You're doing your own laundry now, probably in a shared machine room.
- Pop-up or backpack laundry hamper See price on Amazon
- Laundry detergent (pods travel best) See price on Amazon
- Stain remover pen See price on Amazon
- Dryer sheets See price on Amazon
- Drying rack (collapsible) See price on Amazon
- Roll of quarters or laundry-card setup (check your school)
- Mesh bags for delicates See price on Amazon
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Common questions
What laundry items do I need for a college dorm?
The 7 things to bring: pop-up or backpack laundry hamper, laundry detergent, stain remover pen, dryer sheets, drying rack, roll of quarters or laundry-card setup (check your school) and mesh bags for delicates.
What should I know before buying dorm laundry items?
You're doing your own laundry now, probably in a shared machine room.
What should you NOT bring to a dorm?
Candles/incense, halogen lamps, space heaters, hot plates and open-coil appliances, weapons, and any extension cord without a built-in surge protector are restricted at most US campuses — always confirm your specific school's list.
What changes by room: dorm room types compared.
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