12 Back-to-School Dorm Supplies You Can Leave Behind

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Kyli Singh
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12 Back-to-School Dorm Supplies You Can Leave Behind
Printers, ironing boards and other accessories are on our list of dorm supplies you'll probably never use. Credit: Isar Chang
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Credit: Isar Chang

It's finally time to head to college and deck out your cool new dorm room.

But before you dive into the college shopping experience, keep in mind that back-to-school season is a big business, and retailers will often tell you what to buy with their own dorm room checklists. While some of these accessories are essential, others end up sitting in your dorm room untouched.

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Here's a list of 12 dorm supplies you'll probably never use. Leave them at home, or don't bothering spending your hard-earned money on them.

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