College Laundry 101 - Supplies

Hamper Basket/Bag

In a cramped dorm, a hamper is your first line of defense against an embarrassing overflow of dirty clothes. And with cramped spaces in mind, the most effective hamper is one that doesn't just sit there. Laundry baskets and bags are useful for lugging clothes to faraway campus laundry rooms, but pop-and-fold hampers and hampers on wheels do double-duty by providing storage and portability.

Laundry Detergent

With dozens of detergents to choose from, picking one is almost as difficult as navigating your new campus. Consider a detergent with color safe bleach. It can be used for both whites and darks.

Dryer Sheets

Keep your clothing static-free with dryer sheets. In the dorm room, get creative and keep things fresh by using dryer sheets to line garbage pails and sneakers too.

Iron & Board

Getting dressed for a presentation or interview? An iron and board are "need-to-haves" for days when a t-shirt and pajama bottoms just won't do. An ironing board is also a great alternative to folding at the laundry room table.

Drying Rack

No idea what to do with those clothes that read "line dry only"? Protect your delicates with a drying rack. Not only will you save money, but you'll also be doing your part to save the environment.

Stain Remover

Don't procrastinate getting that pizza sauce stain out of your new shirt. With a stain remover stick on hand, you can treat stains as they happen, instead of waiting for the next trip to the laundry room.

Money

Will you need quarters to use your laundry room or will the cost be deducted from your student ID card? Prepare yourself by checking with the campus housing department beforehand.