13 Budget Dorm Room Decorating Ideas
Want a decked-out dorm room for not a lot of cash? It's easier than you think. Try out these quick tips and hacks for stylish, budget-friendly decor everyone will want.
Rearrange the Room
Before you do anything, rearrange your dorm room furniture. Here, the previous arrangement blocked the windows and didn't provide as much floor space. We moved the dressers and wardrobes against the walls to bring in as much natural light as possible. Move things around until you get the perfect configuration for you and your roommate, then decorate your heart out.
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Layer Inexpensive Rugs
If you've done any rug shopping, you know they can be super pricey. Dress cold, bare floors with indoor-outdoor rugs that are inexpensive and hold up to a lot of traffic and spills. Here, we layered a black polypropylene rug on top of a larger sisal rug to add style and texture to the space.
Spice Up Furniture With Removable Wallpaper
Dorm room furniture can be pretty plain, but there's a quick solution — removable wallpaper! From the top of the desk to the storage units to the front of the air conditioner, we brought these pieces a dose of style on a budget. Get the step-by-step instructions >>
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Build Your Own Storage
Short on storage? Try this DIY shelf hack. We turned two wall shelves into a mobile coffee table by adding two sets of casters and mending plates. It can hold makeup, games, craft supplies and more! And when you need more space, you can simply roll it under the bed. Get the step-by-step instructions >>
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Make a Big (Budget!) Impact
You can't paint, but you can use a big wall to make a big impact. We painted cork hexagons in our color palette to create an abstract art installation that doesn't break the bank. Get the step-by-step instructions >>
Use Thrift Store Finds
Scour thrift stores or even your parents' house for items you can simply dress up with a coat of paint. This hanging terra-cotta planter was refreshed with blue paint and rope. Get the step-by-step instructions >>
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No More Mesh Hamper
Skip the store-bought hamper and save space with this hanging no-sew version made from a pillowcase and embroidery hoop. Get the step-by-step instructions >>