Many of you will have an opportunity to do so when you come for Freshman orientation in the summer. Make sure to attend the Residence Hall session. Attached room fixtures such as curtain rods, light fixtures, telephone jacks, electrical outlets, desks, closets and heating units may not be removed or altered. For your own safety, use bolts instead of nails when putting together lofts of any kind. Make sure you use plenty of support boards for your lofts.
Lofts are to be freestanding.
Bolts are not to be driven into the wall or ceiling to support the loft. If the shelf above the desk is used to support the loft, a minimum of 2' x 4' support board must be used between the shelf and the desk, and between the desk and the floor. You will receive this form with your room assignment. Used lofts are sometimes available and can be found through flyers posted in the residence halls when you arrive. The following are the best ways to build a loft for each residence hall based on room sizes.