Many home renters feel limited in decorating when they rent instead of own their home. Although it is always wise to consult your landlord and terms of your lease before making any alterations to the property, with permission there are some easy ways to decorate your rental to make it feel like home. Today we will explore 5 decorating tips that every renter can easily implement to claim your space as your own.
TIP 1: CHANGE OUT YOUR LIGHT FIXTURES.
Dated light fixtures or ugly ceiling fans are easy to swap out and can instantly update the look and feel of a room. Store the original fixtures in a well-labeled box so that you are able to reinstall the originals when you move. Your new fixtures can move with you when the time comes. If your budget doesn’t allow for brand new fixtures, look for ways to update the lighting with some DIY creativity and low wattage light bulbs. A globe cut in half, a drum shade, or even a birdcage can be placed over existing fixtures to add interest and personality.
TIP 2: UPDATE THE WALLS WITH REMOVABLE DECOR.
There are many ways to update plain white walls without causing damage to the walls. If you are not allowed to paint the walls, consider updating them with removable wallpaper, starch and fabric, fabric covered foam board, or even maps hung with removable tape. These methods will allow you to stay on trend without anything permanent or damaging to the existing decor.
1. Removable wallpaper/2. Starched fabric/3. Fabric covered foam board /4. Maps as wallpaper
These are also fantastic tips for homeowners too! Love these ideas, especially the fabric covered foam boards. Thanks!