Sweepstakes- Summer Beach Party Prize Pack!

Enter to win a beach party prize pack!

The first prize winner will enjoy a delicious spread of burritos from Chipotle to share with friends, stylish gear from Fair Harbor, comfy pool floats, a convenient inflatable cooler so you can enjoy the refreshing beverages Door To Dorm will provide. Plus, this winner will receive a $100 gift card to use at doortodorm.com.

The 2 lucky runners up will receive a buy one, get one Chipotle burrito card, a Fair Harbor hat, a pool float by Intex and a $100 Gift Card to doortodorm.com!

We wish you luck!

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Summer Storage at Door To Dorm

Summer is around the corner and Door To Dorm is ready to help you prep for the end of the semester. Whether you’re making plans to study abroad, or dreading hauling your belongings back to you parents’, we have your back. Our storage services were designed with you in mind. You can go off and enjoy your summer, while we store your stuff safely in our warehouse. Our Door-To-Dorm shipping service is perfect for shipping your stuff cross-country to your hometown, so you don’t have to drive a slow moving truck many miles home. Graduating? No problem. We’ll ship your stuff anywhere so you can focus on starting the next chapter of your life.

How Storage Works

We’re here to make moving out as easy as possible for you. We have established drop-off and pick-up dates with your school. After you’ve ordered your boxes, we’ll drop off your boxes and throw in your packing supplies for free. You can check out our box options here. If you’re looking for the best bang for your buck, we suggest our humongous box option, especially if you have a lot to store. Once you’re all packed-up, we’ll come pick up your belongings and take them to our secure and climate-controlled warehouse. You can rest easy knowing your things are safe because we automatically provide $250.00 insurance.

Miscellaneous Storage


What if what you’re wanting to store doesn’t fit in a box? We know that not everything does. We have miscellaneous storage options for you too. Whether it’s furniture, sporting equipment, or televisions, we’re prepared to store it all.

Returning After Summer


When fall semester approaches, we will get in touch with you about the delivery dates for your school. You have the freedom to choose which pre-set date works best with your schedule and we’ll drop off your belongings right at your dorm room. It’s never too early to get the ball rolling. If you’re in need of Door To Dorm storage or shipping services get in touch today!

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New Website Launch!

To all of our current and incoming customers, Door To Dorm would like to thank you for your business. Students that choose to go with Door To Dorm for their storage and rental needs are our top priority. We want to make sure your experience with us is easy and seamless each time you book our services or purchase our products. Many of you told us what you wanted, and we listened. Door To Dorm is happy to announce that we are re-launching our website to bring you a better interface with an easier-to-use layout and navigation!

 

Take advantage of our new live chat feature to get help with any questions.

 

Our step-by-step questionnaire form will help you schedule drop-off and pick-up times faster.

 

Make sure to sign-up for our e-mail newsletter to get the latest and greatest offers and coupons. 

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Decorate Your Dorm

When you walked into your dorm for the first time, you probably thought one of, if not all of the following:

  1. Finally, my new home away from home…
  2. This is tiny.
  3. This looks just like my neighbor’s room.

You now have your own little corner in the world to use for relaxing, studying, and sleeping, but you want it to look unique, and reflect your style. Here are a few tips on how to take your boring dorm room to a new level of awesome!

Pick a Color

Decide how you want your dorm to make you feel and choose a color to evoke those feelings. A vibrant red  or orange can be energizing. Yellows can reflect cheerfulness, while blues and violets can create a very serene ambience. Find several elements like rugs or pillows to showcase the color you select and place them throughout your space as contrasting pops to a neutral background.

Pick a Theme

Select a theme that you are passionate about. Picking a theme you love is a nice way to show your personality at a glance. Maybe you love the ocean and want to incorporate shells and nautical decor throughout your space, or maybe you’re a fan of old hollywood movies and want to hang Marylin Monroe posters up and place film reel paperweights on your desk. Whatever your style, you can really set your space apart by putting a lot of your interests into it. Just make sure to stay consistent with your theme so it looks put together. 

Multi-Functionality

Chances are, your dorm allots you a pretty tight space. That means you need to maximize that space. You can accomplish this by incorporating multi-functionality anywhere you can. One idea is buying a small ottoman that you can use as a footstool, additional seating, or even storage, if the top comes off. Another option is using a wall organizer that looks like a decorative piece.

Natural Elements

You can make a space look more luxe by adding elements found in nature. Plants are a great way to both improve your room’s oxygen quality and make a decorative statement. You can also easily replicate the look of natural stones like marble or granite by covering your desk or other surfaces with removable contact paper.

Photos

It’s completely normal to feel homesick while living in your dorm. That’s why it’s important have pictures throughout your space that help you with your nostalgia fix. Having pictures of loved ones, especially in a workspace can be a nice break from the stresses of homework and deadlines. So, bring on the life memorabilia.

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5 NEW Meals You Can Make In Your Dorm

You just started college and after a few weeks in, you’re sick of the noodles and cafeteria food. Sure, you mentally prepared for this, but the monotony is killing you. Don’t worry about it. Door To Dorm has you covered. Time to remix your meals with some easy, affordable, dorm-friendly recipes.

Here are 5 rockin’ meals you can make in your dorm room:

Chicken Salad Wraps & Sandwiches

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This delicious recipe is great for lunch or dinner and you can switch it up by adding sweet or savory toppings and using different kinds of tortilla, bread, or even crackers (if you want to make a shareable snack) to serve it on. All you need is:

  1. 2 Cans of Canned Chicken
  2. Light Mayo (to taste)
  3. ½ Cup of Raisins or Dried Cranberries  (or both if you want to throw caution to the wind)
  4. 2-3 Sticks of Chopped Celery
  5. 1-2 Handfuls of Walnuts
  6. Salt & Pepper (to taste)

Pour the canned chicken into a food storage container,  mash the chicken with a fork to break apart the chicken chunks. Pour the rest of the ingredients into the food storage container and mix everything together. Then, serve over your favorite carb. Store the leftover chicken salad mix  in your microchill fridge so you have meals ready for days. With so many ways to enjoy chicken salad, it is the swiss army knife of dorm food.

We recommend you try this chicken salad mix with croissants or spinach wrap tortillas. For a savory version, replace the raisins/ dried cranberries with chopped tomato and add garlic powder or garlic salt. Add a side of salad or a bag of baked chips.

Overnight Oats

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Trying to avoid the freshman 15? An easy and convenient way to add healthy nutrition into your life is by eating breakfast. You can save time in the mornings by meal prepping with overnight oats, so that you’re not late to class. This post on Food Network’s Healthy Eats gives you tips on how to create appropriate portions and play up your oats with different flavors.

2-Minute French Toast in a Cup

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This yummy recipe shared by Pretty Prudent is a lazy student hack for a warm and sweet confection! Perfect for those chilli days in your dorm or when your sweet tooth is kicking in, you’ll enjoy this morning cup of french deliciousness. Bon Appetit!

Microwave Nachos

Having a movie night with your roomie? Kick the night up a notch with some cheesy microwave nachos. Tablespoon.com has the scoop on this 5-minute recipe. Indulge in some messy, gooey goodness, because these microwave nachos are all that and a bag of chips!

Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff

If you want to impress your friends with your dorm cheffing skills, a crock pot beef stroganoff  is the way to go. The Spruce gives you the breakdown on how to prepare this dinner extraordinaire. Knock their socks off  by pairing dinner with these entertaining ideas for dorms. Oh you fancy, huh?

Have awesome dorm room recipes of your own? Reach out to us on Facebook or Twitter and let us know!

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Winter [Dorm Storage] is Coming – How to Avoid the Stress

Making decisions can be hard, especially with the stress of finals and moving out of the dorms for the Winter. Luckily, we can help make those decisions during the moving process a little easier – no need to call mom on this one!

First off, what do you need stored? Go through your belongings and decide what needs to go into storage and what needs to just go. This means throwing out anything you won’t be needing for the new year.

Once you know what needs to go into storage, you can decide which storage option is best for you. At Door To Dorm we offer several boxed storage options. Cue James Corden and Justin Bieber – big box, little box, cardboard box. You can choose from four large boxes, baby humongous, or our most popular storage option, humongous box. We can hook you up with sturdy and durable boxes.

We are also able to store much more than boxes, like Door To Dorm refrigerators and microwaves. But wait, there’s more!  We store  miscellaneous items like luggage, furniture, different sized plastic containers, beds and futons, rugs, and TV’s too!.

Our goal is to make your life as easy as possible, which is why we offer FREE packaging materials including labels, tape, pick up, local storage and return delivery to your desired location.

See? Packing and storing with Door To Dorm is seriously so easy!

Packing 101

Take it from the pro’s, one of the most common mistakes when getting ready to leave for break is rushing during the packing process. We get it, you’ve been there for a few months and are ready to go home, but you don’t want anything to get lost or broken right?

A few things to remember when packing is to be mindful of what you’re putting inside of each box. You want to make sure everything is secure..

*Quick Tip*

You can use other items of yours as “fillers” such as clothing, towels, blankets, or even just some crushed newspaper or bubble wrap to ensure your things don’t shift around. This is perfect for your fragile belongings, and boxes with these items should be labeled as so!

Click here to order extra packing materials to keep your belongings safe and secure. 

Secondly, when are you returning? If you’ll be back by spring, you might just need our 30-day storage option. Otherwise, we offer long-term storage for those who might be studying abroad for the semester, or aren’t returning until a later date.

We all know that East Coast weather can be brutal during winter. But rest easy knowing your belongings are safe and sound in our climate controlled warehouse, waiting patiently for your return.

Click here to order your storage for the winter break. 

Moving In? Moving Out?

If you’re done with school, (Whoo hoo! You’re done!) you’ll probably want to get your stuff back home or even to your new home. We can get your belongings to your desired location without you having to lift a finger – you’ve worked hard enough!

Our shipping services are also great for new students starting in the spring. We’ll get your stuff right up to your dorm room, so you can focus on other things when you arrive.

Click here to check out our shipping services for both moving in and out of your dorm room or apartment. The bottom line is Door To Dorm has all of the bases covered when it comes to packing, storing and shipping. Learn more about our services and don’t be afraid to get in touch with any questions you may have for us!

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Summer School Blues

Summer is here and while other students are going home for the break, some students need to stay for summer school. During these months, the days tend to get hotter and there’s no better way to beat the heat than gulping down cold drinks.

A mini fridge is one of the most common items in a college dorm, especially during summer. These fridges are cheap and small enough to fit in small spaces. They provide convenience and independence to students, which is why you should consider renting one for your dorm.

While mini fridges are cheap, it is recommended to rent one for the summer. Fridge rentals are affordable and will save you money in the long run. When you have one in your dorm room, you can keep cold drinks. This can save you a lot of money instead of buying soda and coffee on the go. The fridge is also a great place to store leftover food, say goodbye to spoiled food!

When you go back to school in summer, having a fridge in the room will help you stay focused on schoolwork. When exams come, and you do a lot of cramming, you don’t need to go out of the room to grab a drink or a quick bite. That way you can concentrate on studying without any distractions.

Students with fridges in their dorm rooms have been observed to have healthier eating habits compared to those without fridges. They keep yogurt and fruits in their fridge that allow them to eat healthy. Some of the common healthy foods that you can keep in your mini fridge include low-fat cheese, vegetables, eggs, hummus and salsa, just to name a few.

When looking for fridge rentals, you should keep in mind that some dormitories and colleges have rules about appliances in rooms. You should check with your college first before renting one for the summer. If they allow one in your room, we can provide FREE shipping, that way you don’t need to worry about how you’re going to get the fridge inside your dorm. And when your rental agreement ends, we will also pick it up from your dorm for FREE again!

Ordering a mini fridge for the summer is the perfect way to save money and at the same time beat the heat. You will have all the comforts of home without breaking your budget. Fridge rentals are better, especially if you are going to use it for a single semester. Most rental facilities offer a per-semester rate, which makes it more affordable than buying one!

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