If you’re a college student (or know one), you’re familiar with the struggle of furnishing a dorm room. You show up with everything you think you need for the year, but when you’re finished unpacking, you realize you forgot to grab power strips, an extra blanket, toiletries, scissors… the list goes on.
IKEA is here to solve that problem with its new ready-to-go dorm room boxes. Prepped for any college student to enjoy, the boxes are designed to make getting your dorm essentials easier than ever. There are five different options to choose from if you’re looking for a certain category, covering everything from dorm room essentials to snack boxes for study sessions. They're available for purchase starting May 29, so you won't have to stress about your necessities throughout the summer.
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IKEA's 5 College Starter Boxes
With the Dorm Essential Starter Box ($100), students will find everything they need to set up their entire dorm room in one go. From a pillow and bedspread set to kitchen tools, cleaning supplies, and even a wireless charger, you'll never again have to worry about what you might've left off the dorm shopping list. It comes with 22 items, all of which are also available individually on IKEA’s website.
The Utility Starter Kit ($60) offers a simple way to stock up on the utilities you'll need throughout the school year. Besides tech basics like a charger and power strip, the box also includes cleaning supplies like a lint roller, toilet brush, and laundry bag. There’s even a floor lamp.
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There are two food-related boxes to choose from (or take both!) starting with the Cooking and Eating Starter Box ($70). This box is designed to make sure any student can make full use of their dorm kitchen, from cleaning tools to all a five-piece dishware set. The kit even comes with a cooking knife set and a pizza pan.
The Study Snack Box ($30) comes with an assortment of snacks for late nights writing papers and prepping for exams. From chips to candy, it has plenty of food options (although let’s face it—it’s not going to last long during finals week). Not only is this box perfect for starting off the school year, it’s also a thoughtful gift to send any busy student.
If you’re looking to stock up on toiletries and get a deal on starter dorm supplies, the Bed and Bath Starter Box is for you. With a full towel set, toiletry supplies, and even a shower curtain, students will no doubt impress their roommates with a fully-furnished bathroom. Plus, the set comes with a bedspread and pillow, so part of your room is covered too.
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Not sure which box is best for you? Freshmen or students who haven’t experienced dorm life should opt for the Full Dorm Essential Starter Box. Make a note of the tools and knickknacks you use on a regular basis that you know you'll want to have on hand. You may be focused on finding the perfect comforter and wall decor, but it's just as important to think about things like desk lamps, scissors, fans, or extension cords.
Students who have already equipped their dorm might want need a reset on a few essential items, such as bathroom supplies or utilities. With low prices for both of those boxes, this makes it easier for students who aren’t able to reuse their dorm supplies from year to year or accidentally left a few things behind while moving out.
Take school regulations into consideration before you buy: There might be restrictions or requirements regarding power strips, kitchen supplies, wall art, etc.
Ready to order your dorm essentials? It’s never too early to start your back-to-school shopping. You can have the IKEA boxes shipped to your home or even straight to your college mailroom. You can also pick them up in person at IKEA stores nationwide.