Cleaning Supplies Every College Student Must Have

The days of cleaning your child’s room while they’re out with friends are about to be a thing of the past. That’s right, it’s college move-in week!

While this is arguably the most exciting time in any young person’s life, it’s also one of the most stressful. Now, your not-so-little one is in charge of everything from getting their classwork done to keeping their room clean. Luckily, the first step to a tidy room is having the right supplies.

Cleaning Supplies Every College Freshman Needs

• Paper Towels: Paper towels are a college student’s best friend — they’re napkins, hand towels, dish rags, and about 20 other things. If you can, send your kid off with a couple rolls. Trust us, they’ll go fast!
• All-Purpose Cleaner: When in doubt, all-purpose cleaner can tackle most messes.
• Disinfectant Wipes: Is your child not one to clean very often? Disinfectant wipes are the fool-proof way to get a sparkling finish with just one product.
• Dish Soap: Even if your child’s school has a cafeteria, most students like to bring a few plates and cups with them for late night snacks and cooking. Dishes are also a necessity for anyone moving into an off-campus house or apartment.
• Microfiber Cloth: Is your child sneezing throughout your weekly call? If so, it might not be because of their allergies. Paper towels don’t pick up dust as well as a microfiber cloth, so we suggest throwing one into your college student’s bags. Encouraging them to use it just once or twice a week will go a long way in eliminating dust.
• Small Vacuum: A handheld or cordless vacuum should provide enough cleaning power for any bedroom or apartment.
• Trashbags: There’s a good chance your kid’s room will function as a bedroom, living room, dining room, and kitchen, which means they can never have enough trash bags.
• Laundry Detergent and Softener: If their laundry room is on another floor of the house, lighten your child’s load (literally) by grabbing them portable detergent packs.