How to move to a dorm room – for this semester, or next

Smooth move.

Moving can be stressful, but school is already stressful enough. Have a smooth move as possible with these tips from IKEA.

A white bedframe with storage drawers below open to show storage bags inside.

A clear storage bag hanging on a wall with bike accessories inside.

Reduce, reuse, repurpose

Use storage bags like PARKLA and DIMPA to store clothes and toiletries, and re-use them as storage when you get to your new place.

A woman smiling carrying a blue FRAKTA bag.

Teach an old bag new tricks

One of the handiest tools for moving is something you probably already have. FRAKTA bags are good for carrying anything, from bedding to books to decorations.

Two people carrying boxes and a FRAKTA bag up flights of stairs.

A blue FRAKTA bag sitting on the ground in front of a laundry machine.

Think inside the box

No need to overthink it. JATTENE moving boxes, specially designed for moving, can hold up to 62 lbs and have carrying handles and an easily-closable top.

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An IKEA moving box sitting on the ground with soccer balls inside.

A room with multiple moving boxes everywhere, partially being unpacked.

Live light

Chances are you’ll have to move more than once throughout your time as a student. Avoid a diﬃcult move down the road by choosing furniture that’s easy to move. Items like LISABO and NEIDEN are lightweight and easy to disassemble.