How to Decorate When Renting: By the Numbers
I always recommend to my decorating clients, to make a big change, with the smallest investment, you paint. Paint the walls, paint the trim and paint the cupboards.
But, in a rental you can't do that. You're prohibited from painting or renovating in any way. So what's a renter to do that want's a stylish place with some personal flair?
First, here's the list: (Photos to follow)
- Use Removable wallpaper
- Add Wall Decals
- Use Moveable Storage
- Create a Distinct Entryway
- Decorate with Mirrors
- Personalize with Drawer liners
- Make a Framed Chalkboard
- Buy Statement furniture
- Decorate with Indoor Trees
- Buy a Conversation Piece
- Add Ambiance with Faux fireplace
- Hang Pictures on a Wire
Removable Wallpaper
Available at most big box Home Renovation Stores
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| Removable Wall Paper |
Wall Decals
Check Amazon and Etsy for custom options
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| Wall Decals |
Moveable Storage
This model available at Restoration Hardware
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| Baker's Rack |
Create a Distinct Entryway
This model available at IKEA
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| Storage Bench |
Decorate with Mirrors
My favourite place to buy mirrors is HomeSense and Bouclair
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| Unique Mirrors |
Personalize with Drawer Liners
Endless options in stores and online
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| Patterned Draw Liners |
Make (or buy) a Framed Chalkboard
I recommend Flea Markets, Goodwill or Etsy
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| Chalkboard in Red Frame |
Buy Statement Furniture
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| Unique Chaise Longue |
Decorate with Indoor Trees
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| Add life with Indoor Trees |
Buy (or make) a Conversation Piece
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| DIY Ladder Book Shelf |
Add Ambiance with a Faux Fireplace
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| Faux Fireplace as Focal Point |
Hang Pictures on a Wire
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| Look mom, no holes in the wall! |
