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5 key reasons why a mattress topper is a dorm room essential even if the bed is new — plus 3 easy steps to choose the right one

Dorm beds are notoriously uncomfortable, overused and let's face it — grubby. Here's why a mattress topper is the fix you need, plus how to choose one

5 key reasons why a mattress topper is a dorm room essential even if the bed is new — plus 3 easy steps to choose the right one

Heading to college? You've likely checked off all the sleep essentials for your dorm room, including pillows, comforter, and sheets. However, there's one more item that can transform an uncomfortable dorm bed into a more comfortable sleeping surface: a mattress topper. While it's ideal to bring a high-quality mattress to your dorm, mattress toppers are more affordable, lighter, and easier to set up.

In fact, many toppers are designed specifically with students in mind. As a mattress topper tester, I'm here to share five key reasons why every dorm bed should have a mattress topper, even if it's a brand new bed, plus three easy steps to help you choose the right one in time for the upcoming Labor Day mattress sales.

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