Furnishing Your College Home

BY Jenica August 11, 2021

This Post Is Sponsored by BigLots

Eating off the floor and sleeping on an air mattress is not ideal. While it may suffice for the first few days upon move in, these items should be at the top of your list to help you feel at home.

Desks and Chairs

A good amount of time is going to be spent sitting in front of your computer screen or towering over textbooks, so you might as well be comfortable! You don’t have to sacrifice comfort for fashion these days as there are quite a plethora of options available in every color and style Don’t get stuck with the uncomfortable metal folding chair that comes equipped with your apartment and make this one of the first upgrades you purchase. Look for some solid lumbar support to keep you comfortable for longer periods of time. Shop this solid collection of desk chairs to get started.

Study Nooks

Every home no matter the size can have a perfect little study nook to escape to whenever your desk becomes too tiring or boring. Think about investing in an oversized chair, perfect for nesting in for long reading periods. Drape your favorite throw blanket over the top and finish it off with a solid overhanging floor lamp to light up your little oasis late at night. 

Living Room Essentials

Just because you have to live off of a meager college bank account doesn’t mean that you need to furnish your living space with some camping chairs. Impress your friends with a comfy hang out area shopping the Big Lots’ variety of living room furniture at a great deal! 

Whether you opt in for a spacious sectional or just need a little loveseat for 1-2 people, they’ve got it all, but do some due diligence in research when it comes to material. Check out our other post on furniture materials here to determine what fabric is going to work best for you.

Daybeds 

Daybeds are a great option for those who want their own little hangout area in their rooms without compromising a good night’s sleep. Daybeds double as a place to sleep as well as a makeshift couch. They take up less space and leave room for you to entertain guests! Check out this beautiful daybed option at Big Lots for some ideas.

Mattresses

Let’s face it…if your dorm already comes with a mattress, we don’t want to think of how many people have already slept on it. The plastic mattress covers are never comfortable, and the plastic keeps you awake every toss and turn in the night. Mattresses are going to be the most important part of your home as a good night sleep will determine your activity levels for the rest of each day. Some people prefer a firmer mattress while others like a soft mattress. Some people sleep hot while others get chills in the night. Invest in a mattress to last you through your college years that will guarantee you a good night’s rest. Get started by looking at the Big Lots mattress inventory with options for everyones budget.

Table and Chairs

Kitchen tables and chairs tend to have very high price tags, but you don’t have to shop secondhand to get a good deal. Ditch the fold out chairs and tables for a proper dining set and still fit it in your budget. Did you know the summer is the best time to purchase dining sets as the last years models go on sale around this time? This ends up being kismet for college students moving into their new place. Shop for deals before the summer ends, just in time for the fall semester. Some of the best conversations you’ll have in college will be gathered around your kitchen table late at night with your roommates. Create an ideal little kitchen hangout by visiting shopping these dining table deals under $250.

It’s hard to feel like a grown up if all your furniture is hodge-podged together from various Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace finds. You can still stick to a modest budget and get everything you need for your new home this fall by shopping from one of thousands of our partner retailers. Don’t wait for that next paycheck to come in to turn your house into a home!