Decorating Tips for Renters
Living in a rental property can help to provide a place to live. However, as is the nature of renting a home, there are often limitations on what you can do in terms of decorating. So, how do you turn your house into a home? Simple! There are several options that can not only make for a homey environment, one that makes you excited to come home. It goes without saying, but make sure that you check your lease first. Additional guidelines of what you are allowed to do in terms of decorating can be found in your lease. Following the rules of your lease can mean less deductions from your security deposit when it is time to move.
Stick it to Boring Walls with Vinyl Decorating Decals
Do you find yourself surrounded by blank, empty walls? Does your lease prohibit you from using nails or push pins to hang some art? If so, you may find yourself at a loss of creativity in your home design fantasy. Fortunately, there are several options that don’t put holes in your walls. A quick online shopping trip can reveal countless decals that can be applied to just about any surface. Damage free too! Don’t limit yourself to large wall decals, as smaller ones can easily add pizzazz to bathroom and kitchen wall tiles.
If you have a certain image in mind, you can also get creative with some colorful washi tape. Either by itself or use it to create a frame around a window, door, or just about anywhere that has a flat surface. When it is time to move or if you just want to freshen up your home, the decals and washi tape are easy to remove, giving you a large canvas to refresh your creative side. Although the adhesive on these products are not particularly strong, you may find yourself with an extra sticky piece. Try taking a blow dryer to the decal or tape and it will clean up any sticky residue that may be left after peeling off your wall art.
Which Hue are You? Bring Color (and Light) into Your Life
Have you found yourself feeling calm when you see the color blue? How about feeling tense if you’re in a room painted a hue of red? If so, take advantage of the influence of color on your outlook. Standard sized light bulbs are available in just about any color you can imagine. From overhead and tabletop lighting, to accent and outdoor lights, colored bulbs can be an easy way to upgrade the overall comfort level of your rental home. Incorporating aspects of color theory can help you to pick the right hue for you.
Despite the sizable selection of colored bulbs that are available, your imagination may span outside of what is currently found on store shelves. You can make your own colored light bulbs. Grab those Sharpies and color the outside of your light bulbs and find yourself basking in the glow of your new room! Just make sure that you have a window open while using your markers, as they can be quite noxious in an enclosed area.
Decorating with Dividers: Create Space with Room Dividers
Although it may seem counterproductive, using room dividers can help to create a peaceful atmosphere without it feeling crowded. Think of room dividers as temporary walls that you can move and/or decorate as you feel fit. The selection of room dividers spans from the traditional beaded curtain style and those that use piano hinges, to using bookcases as makeshift walls. You can even make your own room divider and be green at the same time by upcycling old wooden pallets!
Command Hooks
When holidays come around, you might want to hang a themed wreath. Additionally, these adhesive products can be used to hang some of your prized paintings. Furthermore, those same adhesive hooks that can hold your wreath in place are quite helpful with year-round decorating. The unique adhesive used in these products can let you decorate with flare without breaking any of the rules outlined in your lease. Likewise, you can even create a holiday floating mantle without damaging your walls. Perfect for making the coming days of winter homey and welcome. Sooner or later, you may want to freshen up you room. These types of adhesives allows for switching up decor on a whim.
Conclusion
Just because it is a rental, you don’t have to have boring walls. If you are looking for more than just sprucing up, take a look at the properties available through The Property Manager. Undoubtedly, pictures can serve as a great inspiration. If you see a rental that just speaks to you, drop us a line and let us know what we can do for you!
References
4 Ways to Decorate Walls Without Losing Your Security Deposit
5 DIY Home Decor Tips With LED Strips and Smart Lights
Colored Coatings for Light Bulbs
Damage-Free Decorating: DIY Faux Holiday Mantel
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27 Ways To Maximize Space With Room Dividers
