JCPenney's Back to School Sale Can't Be Missed

Did you know you don't have to have kids to take advantage of back-to-school savings? JCPenney always has hot sales for students returning to school, but they also have great deals on home goods for dorms and first apartments - plenty of which are just as great for long-time homeowners looking to freshen up their style with a few colorful upgrades. 

If you're tired of the basic beige color trends emphasizing minimalism, dorm room deals might be the secret savings you need to add a splash of color to your home decor. 

Decorating your home with luxury style can feel impossible if you're living paycheck to paycheck, but you can stretch your budget further and still have a house that looks and feels like your own palace. See JCPenney's best deals this week for more than just back-to-school shoppers. 

Price: $22.74

Bamboo is an underappreciated textile that is quickly renewable, offers natural moisture-wicking properties, and is super soft to the touch. Grab a two-pack of bamboo pillows from Serta and discover the bamboo fabric secret that shoppers love.

Don't forget to use the code "DORMROOM" at checkout to receive the full discount before the flash sale ends on July 25. 

Price: $143.10

A trestle-style desk offers the chic elegance of modern aesthetics with the functionality of a desk that's perfect for laptop users. It offers a small and uncluttered workspace that's easy to pop in and out of, so you'll never feel chained to your desk while getting work done. 

Don't forget to use the code "DORMROOM" at checkout to receive the full discount before the flash sale ends on July 25.

Price: $31.49

Switching from plastic hangers to sleek wooden hangers instantly upgrades your closet. Say goodbye to the jungle of plastic, tangled, mismatched hangers and step into a tidy, elegant closet that makes you want to put your clothes away after doing laundry. 

Don't forget to use the code "DORMROOM" at checkout to receive the full discount before the flash sale ends on July 25.

Price: $89.99

Ditch the toaster and upgrade to a combination of a toaster oven and air fryer. The best part? Dishwasher-safe accessories. It's compact but still can fit a 12-inch pizza, so there's plenty of room for making all your favorite foods. 

Don't forget to use the code "DORMROOM" at checkout to receive the full discount before the flash sale ends on July 25.

Price: $59.99

This 12-piece knife set from Cuisinart is a great starter for anyone who doesn't have a knife set yet or wants to upgrade from mix-and-match cutlery. The knives feature stainless steel stamped blades that don't require much care or maintenance while offering solid performance. 

The knife set is regularly priced at $120 and has no checkout code for additional savings. 

Price: $32.49

New beds can be expensive, but throwing a memory foam mattress topper on your old bed can be an inexpensive way to elevate your sleep experience every night. The price increases a few dollars for larger-sized beds, but it's worth it to revitalize your bed for maximum comfort.

Don't forget to use the code "DORMROOM" at checkout to receive the full discount before the flash sale ends on July 25.

Price: $22.49

This three-piece cast iron set is perfect for jumping on the old trend made new again. If you don't have a cast iron set yet, this is the perfect starter with three frying pans of various sizes. Be careful, though — once you go cast iron, you may never want to go back!

Don't forget to use the code "DORMROOM" at checkout to receive the full discount before the flash sale ends on July 25.

Price: $58.49

Are you tired of seeing only beige bed linen sets? Bring back color into your bedroom with a classic patchwork patterned quilt. It will instantly dress up your plain, single-color sheets. Please note that the pillow shams are sold separately.

Don't forget to use the code "DORMROOM" at checkout to receive the full discount before the flash sale ends on July 25.

Back-to-school sales at JCPenney are popping, and the flash sales stacked on top can bring the sticker price on home essentials down to jaw-dropping deals. 

The dorm flash sale deal ends July 25, but the regular sales on those items will continue — so they'll still be steeply discounted as part of the regular sale. 

Back-to-school shopping frenzies can come with a steep bill, so if you're planning on dropping some serious spending, it can stretch your budget further to prepare with the best cash-back credit cards. It's not just home goods on sale at JCPenney, so be sure to peruse the clothing, shoes, and other departments for hot deals.