--- title: "40 Super Tips and Tricks for an Amazingly Organized and Space Saving Dorm Room ..." description: "Use Multiple Hangers for Your Clothes (widely Available); Use over the Door Shoe Hangers for All Your Small Stuff; Organize Your Hair Tools; Make a Magnetic Makeup Board; Genius USB Bed Lifts; More ..." url: "https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/super-dorm-room-space-savers-and-organizing-tricks/" category: "diy" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 40 Super Tips and Tricks for an Amazingly Organized and Space Saving Dorm Room ... Even if you're blessed with the luxury of a decent sized dorm room, you'll still struggle with space for everything you need and want. I've gathered here a list of things to make, things to buy and things to inspire you to have an organized and efficient dorm room. ## 1. Use Multiple Hangers for Your Clothes (widely Available) ![clothing,room,dress,outerwear,shopping,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ge/td/g6gk6_clothing_room_dress_outerwear_shopping_441x600.jpg) ## 2. Use over the Door Shoe Hangers for All Your Small Stuff ![fashion accessory,art,textile,pattern,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pf/v5/linzm_fashion-accessory_art_textile_pattern_furniture_500x750.jpg) ## 3. Organize Your Hair Tools ![BOHO,flower,Store,your,hot,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/k0/bo/ky56p_boho_flower_store_your_hot_535x803.jpg) ## 4. Make a Magnetic Makeup Board ![color,blue,painting,eye,art,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nf/fm/jwa8x_color_blue_painting_eye_art_480x640.jpg) ## 5. Genius USB Bed Lifts ![furniture,floor,flooring,hardwood,wood,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/it/lq/dkqns_furniture_floor_flooring_hardwood_wood_600x600.jpg) Buy at [bedbathandbeyond.com](http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) ## 6. Make Use of the Walls without Damaging Them ![Aaltjesdagen,clothing,room,pink,dress,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r8/de/vfdi6_aaltjesdagen_clothing_room_pink_dress_600x1006.jpg) ## 7. Use Small Tension Rods to the Make the Most of Tiny, Blank Spaces ![room,clothing,closet,dress,textile,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/od/cy/qwe7o_room_clothing_closet_dress_textile_540x812.jpg) ## 8. A Divided Storage Unit Will Make Your Life so Much Easier ![book,writing,Mon,9:00-11:40,ECED,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/k6/s8/e4btv_book_writing_mon_900-1140_eced_600x809.jpg) ## 9. Use a Cart as a Bedside Table ![room,product,art,furniture,table,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cc/vy/wwxh6_room_product_art_furniture_table_540x810.jpg) ## 10. Store Hair Products in a Wine Rack ![color,art,organ,lighting,Mary-kate,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gh/an/kkn0i_color_art_organ_lighting_mary-kate_535x744.jpg) ## 11. Use a Dish Rack to Hold Folders ![art,textile,material,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ny/nr/uulam_art_textile_material_600x450.jpg) ## 12. Use a Silverware (cutlery) Organizer for Your Stationery ![color,product,art,writing,UEL,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/t6/eq/kkmjf_color_product_art_writing_uel_600x400.jpg) ## 13. Fit More Clothes in Your Tiny Dorm Room Closet ![Forestry Innovation Investment,glasses,font,vision care,fashion accessory,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pp/zr/xitb7_forestry-innovation-investment_glasses_font_vision-care_fashion-accessory_530x950.jpg) ## 14. Use a Paper Towel Holder to Store Bracelets (or Hair Ties) ![lighting,christmas decoration,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/uk/i2/doxfq_lighting_christmas-decoration_590x925.jpg) ## 15. Put Your Mini Fridge Atop a Fridge Cart ![art,machine,wood,furniture,food,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ft/w7/pw7lx_art_machine_wood_furniture_food_500x500.jpg) ## 16. Find Clever Products like This Bucket Tote ![product,brush,tool,hand,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xi/m5/n58ez_product_brush_tool_hand_375x464.jpg) Buy at [dormco.com](https://www.dormco.com/Dorm_Stuff_Bucket_Bathroom_Tote_p/j2-1-1-5128.htm) ## 17. Use a Chain to save Closet Space ![clothing,pink,room,dress,spring,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sk/x3/ypso8_clothing_pink_room_dress_spring_600x800.jpg) ## 18. Duplex Wall Tap ![product,electronics accessory,technology,lighting,hand,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/t8/bk/s9gxc_product_electronics-accessory_technology_lighting_hand_300x292.jpg) ## 19. Make the Most of a Corner ![room,art,shelf,interior design,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wz/wt/o6xtq_room_art_shelf_interior-design_furniture_492x600.jpg) ## 20. Cute Space Saving Book Storage Idea ![furniture,room,chest of drawers,drawer,product,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/td/pf/dqo33_furniture_room_chest-of-drawers_drawer_product_540x810.jpg) ## 21. Make Cute Bucket/rope Storage ![product,lighting,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ml/ip/e4hg6_product_lighting_540x1903.jpg) Instructions here [glamour.com](https://www.glamour.com/story/beauty-hack-how-to-make-a-cute?amp;crlt.pid=camp.N5owfvOFx423&mbid=social_pinterest) ## 22. Make Use of the Space above Your Bed ![room,furniture,bed,bed sheet,bedroom,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lo/zr/lvrjm_room_furniture_bed_bed-sheet_bedroom_600x900.jpg) ## 23. Get the Best Use from Your Fridge Top ![product,machine,art,technology,laser,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/k8/p0/vyb30_product_machine_art_technology_laser_600x902.jpg) ## 24. Use under-bed Storage Containers ![room,furniture,product,play,home,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/m8/bb/f93t4_room_furniture_product_play_home_400x533.jpg) ## 25. Get an over-the-Door Ironing Board ![surfboard,product,surfing equipment and supplies,shelf,wing,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rv/ib/pv0e1_surfboard_product_surfing-equipment-and-supplies_shelf_wing_400x400.jpg) ## 26. Stackable Plastic Trunks Are a Godsend ![shelving,furniture,shelf,room,product,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mq/oa/wutdf_shelving_furniture_shelf_room_product_427x640.jpg) ## 27. Make an Embroidery Hoop Hamper ![pink,clothing,dress,gown,pattern,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ii/j6/f5nby_pink_clothing_dress_gown_pattern_375x500.jpg) Instructions here [makingniceinthemidwest.com](http://makingniceinthemidwest.com/2012/09/20/diy-make-your-own-hanging-laundry-hamper/) ## 28. Use a Shower Caddy as Storage ![pink,shelf,product,shelving,toy,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/o4/zh/yi5ub_pink_shelf_product_shelving_toy_550x733.jpg) ## 29. Use Hanging Storage Pockets Wherever You Can ![purple,textile,bed sheet,NOTEBOOK,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tn/yd/hwtgp_purple_textile_bed-sheet_notebook_600x600.jpg) ## 30. If You're Allowed to Cook This 3-in-1 Multi-cook is Genius ![small appliance,kitchen stove,gas stove,dish,cuisine,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xo/ep/n2vhc_small-appliance_kitchen-stove_gas-stove_dish_cuisine_500x500.jpg) ## 31. Or Even Go so Far as This! ![product,gas stove,kitchen stove,kitchen appliance,major appliance,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rx/pi/aohw1_product_gas-stove_kitchen-stove_kitchen-appliance_major-appliance_500x479.jpg) Buy at [livingdirect.com](http://www.livingdirect.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) ## 32. Extra Seating and Storage - Yes Please ![furniture,room,bed sheet,product,bed,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jc/s5/te2yf_furniture_room_bed-sheet_product_bed_522x700.jpg) Instructions at [gingersnapstreatsforteachers.blogspot.co.uk](http://gingersnapstreatsforteachers.blogspot.com/2012/07/how-to-make-crate-seat.html) ## 33. Store Your Shoes around Your Mattress ![furniture,man made object,room,bed,wood,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yt/fw/r66be_furniture_man-made-object_room_bed_wood_600x450.jpg) ## 34. Hang Stuff without Damaging the Walls ![3M Command,product,advertising,General,Purpose,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rf/sd/jfjbk_3m-command_product_advertising_general_purpose_600x986.jpg) ## 35. Buy an over-the-door Vanity Station ![green,shelf,product,furniture,lighting,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/t6/mv/chiwf_green_shelf_product_furniture_lighting_375x500.jpg) Buy at [houzz.com](http://www.houzz.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) ## 36. Keep Chargers Organized ![product,brand,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qq/en/ffsxe_product_brand_furniture_600x600.jpg) Instructions at [allyou.com](https://www.southernliving.com/home/all-you-southern-living) ## 37. Fold and Store Your Clothes Efficiently ![room,furniture,product,brand,shelf,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u7/tx/irtgf_room_furniture_product_brand_shelf_424x604.jpg) ## 38. Make a Box or Folder for Take-out Menus from Various Places around School ![product,polka dot,pattern,design,OUT,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/c8/vd/fzoaf_product_polka-dot_pattern_design_out_400x400.jpg) ## 39. Organize Your Jewelry ![jewellery,fashion accessory,necklace,body jewelry,earrings,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pu/md/uvl2c_jewellery_fashion-accessory_necklace_body-jewelry_earrings_480x592.jpg) Buy at [dormify.com](http://www.dormify.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) ## 40. Use a Spice Rack for Storing Bits and Bobs ![product,drums,lighting,drum,musical instrument,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hv/y4/nj0bp_product_drums_lighting_drum_musical-instrument_600x767.jpg) ## Related Posts - [forget the risk and take the fall](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/forget-spring-cleaning-things-that-should-be-cleaned-in-the-fall/) - [home a glow](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/its-time-to-stop-worrying-about-having-a-messy-house/) - [laundress all purpose bleach alternative](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/laundry-hacks-thatll-help-keep-your-clothes-clean/) - [how to treat tarnished gold](https://jewelry.allwomenstalk.com/hacks-to-clean-your-jewelry/) - [how to clean the phone screen](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/how-to-keep-your-phone-screen-clean/) - [should i wash towels on heavy duty](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/how-to-get-your-towels-completely-clean/) - [can you keep makeup in the bathroom](https://makeup.allwomenstalk.com/makeup-organization-tips-to-keep-your-bathroom-clean/) - [mom life hacks](https://parenting.allwomenstalk.com/how-to-make-your-mothers-life-easier/) - [how to get motivated to clean your house](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/ways-to-motivate-yourself-to-clean/) - [make up stash](https://makeup.allwomenstalk.com/how-to-spring-clean-your-make-up-stash/) - [7 Closet Organizing Tips ...](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/closet-organizing-tips/) - [7 Practical Tips on Organizing a Tiny Closet ...](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/practical-tips-on-organizing-a-tiny-closet/) ## Site Information - [Main page](https://allwomenstalk.com) - [Contact us](https://allwomenstalk.com/contact.html) - [HTML article](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/super-dorm-room-space-savers-and-organizing-tricks/)