Dorm IQ - The Dorm Guide

Dorm IQ Learning Series - How to find details about your college dorm room

Dorm IQ #1 | How To Research Your College Dorm Room

Lara Becker November 10, 2023 2 Comments

We can help you find great products for your dorm at great prices, but first, you need to do your school-specific research to determine your dorm setup and dorm guidelines!…

Dorm IQ Learning Series - How to find a roommate for college dorm

Dorm IQ #2 | College Roommates – How To Match With The Right One

Lara Becker November 12, 2023 No Comments

Matching with the right college roommate can significantly improve your overall college experience. There are several different approaches to finding potential college roommates, but no matter what method you use,…

Dorm IQ Learning Series - What layers are needed to make a dorm bed comfortable

Dorm IQ #3 | Uncovered – How To Layer A College Dorm Bed

Lara Becker November 16, 2023 No Comments

When it comes to college dorm living, dorm beds are the priority for both planning and comfort. In this topic, we’re delving into the layers of a college dorm bed…

Dorm IQ Learning Series - Best Mattress Topper For A Dorm Bed

Dorm IQ #4 | How To Choose A Dorm Bed Mattress Topper

Lara Becker January 9, 2024 1 Comment

As you read in the previous topic about How To Layer A Dorm Bed, the mattress topper is the most critical component of making those thin, springy, vinyl covered dorm…

Dorm IQ Learning Series - Best Bed Height For a Dorm Bed

Dorm IQ #5 | A Guide to Dorm Bed Heights – Elevating Your Experience

Lara Becker January 11, 2024 1 Comment

Welcome to another helpful module of our Dorm IQ series! For this topic, we’re ascending to new levels, literally, as we look at the various dorm bed height options and…

Dorm IQ Learning Series - Best Comforter Size For Twin XL Dorm Bed

Dorm IQ #6 | The Best Comforter Size For A Twin XL Dorm Bed

Lara Becker January 27, 2024 No Comments

After managing the Dorm Shopping Recommendations & Deal Alerts Facebook group through several dorm shopping seasons now, I am not surprised that bedding is one of the most frequently discussed…

Dorm Bed Headboard Options and how to attach a dorm headboard to a dorm bed

Dorm IQ #7 | Choosing A Dorm Headboard + How To Attach It

Lara Becker January 29, 2024 No Comments

Welcome to Topic 7, all about dorm headboard options and how to attach your headboard to the bed or the wall. If you’ve jumped straight here, don’t miss the other…

Dorm IQ #8 | How To Maximize Storage Under Dorm Beds

Lara Becker February 13, 2024 No Comments

Welcome to Topic 8 of Dorm IQ, an important lesson in measuring and maximizing that priceless real estate below a dorm bed! If you have questions about this under bed…

Article about dorm room layouts and floor plans

Dorm IQ #9 | The Most Popular College Dorm Room Layouts

Lara Becker February 15, 2024 No Comments

Welcome to Topic 9 of Dorm IQ, a look at the most popular college dorm room layouts and bathroom types. As you prepare for your college journey, understanding the various…

Why dehumidifiers and air purifiers are so important in dorm rooms.

Dorm IQ #10 | Mold + Humidity = Air Purifiers For Dorm Rooms

Lara Becker February 25, 2024 2 Comments

Welcome to Topic 10 of Dorm IQ, a deep dive into moisture, mold and the importance of air purifiers for dorm rooms. College freshmen face a number of challenges as…

Dorm IQ #11 | Dorm Laundry 101

Lara Becker February 27, 2024 No Comments

Welcome to Topic 11 of Dorm IQ, a guide to collecting dorm laundry, cleaning dorm laundry and putting it away every time. Well ok, maybe not every time. Let’s state…

College First Aid Kit Contents and Clever Containers

Dorm IQ #12 | How To Create A College First Aid Kit + Clever Container Ideas

Lara Becker March 3, 2024 No Comments

Welcome to Dorm IQ Topic #12 where we’ll walk through ideas for what to put in a college first aid kit. Our Dorm Shopping Facebook group members often ask for…

Dorm IQ #13 | How To Maximize Space With Vertical Storage

Lara Becker March 10, 2024 No Comments

When your personal space in a dorm room is under 100 sqft, you need to get creative to make enough space for all of your belongings and still have room…

Ideas and tips for how to organize your dorm closet

Dorm IQ #14 | How To Organize Your Dorm Closet

Lara Becker March 11, 2024 No Comments

As discussed in prior dorm storage Dorm IQ Topics, maximizing your small space in a dorm is so important, and maybe the most important area is your dorm closet! This…

Dorm IQ #15 | The Best Options For A Dorm Safe

Lara Becker May 5, 2024 No Comments

This Dorm IQ topic focuses on 3 things – why you might need a dorm safe, what you might put in a dorm safe and our recommendations for dorm room…

Deciding on shared dorm items with roommates

Dorm IQ #16 | Planning Shared Dorm Items With Your Roommate

Lara Becker May 5, 2024 No Comments

As you start planning to share a room with a roommate (or more than 1), agree on a list of items that you will share. This is a list of…

Best Quick Dry Towel For Dorm and College

Dorm IQ #17 | The Best Quick Dry Towel For College and Dorm Life

Lara Becker May 12, 2024 2 Comments

I see what you’re doing. You’re walking through Costco or Target picking up these big soft fluffy towels and imagining how much your daughter will love them at college. She…

Dorm IQ #18 |The Most Sturdy Dorm Storage Ottomans For College

Lara Becker January 20, 2025 No Comments

I’ve been running our Dorm Shopping Recommendations Facebook group for years now, and one of the top 5 questions every year is about where to find sturdy dorm storage ottomans.…

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Dorm IQ #19: The Best Moving Bags For College (And Beyond!)

Lara Becker April 16, 2025 1 Comment

In the whirlwind of packing and preparing to move your student into a dorm, one often overlooked hero emerges: the humble but mighty moving bag. Often underestimated but incredibly versatile,…

How to choose the best rug for a dorm room

DORM IQ #20: Dorm Room Rugs – How To Choose the Right Size, Type & Style

Lara Becker May 30, 2025 No Comments

Dorm room rugs do more than just warm up a cold, echoey floor – they instantly make your space feel more comfortable, pulled together, and personal. But with so many…