Simple but Effective Decorating Tips for Rentals
The nature of renting makes it challenging to customize your space to suit your tastes. Since your rental isn't yours, it can be more challenging to make it feel like your own. It's common for leases to include clauses prohibiting permanent modifications or even minor alterations, such as drilling holes in the walls to hang curtains.
Also, it may be hard to justify spending a lot of money on decor when you'll eventually be moving out. If you're not planning on staying permanently, spending money may seem like a waste. However, you can decorate a rental space so it feels more like home with a surprising number of things that are affordable and won't break your lease. Revolve Estate has some tips.
Repurpose What You Have
If you've moved to a smaller apartment and find there's not enough space for everything, reuse what you already have. For example, use an old dresser as a vanity in the bathroom to add a unique touch to the room and provide extra storage space.
Another great idea for saving space is repurposing a low dresser as a nightstand. Instead of buying new, use two low dressers instead. This gives you storage next to your bed and a surface for a lamp and books.
Add Some Greenery
Any space becomes more comfortable when you add plants. The color green creates a feeling of calm in nature and carries that into your home. Plants are inexpensive items and can be bought in bulk without having to spend an exorbitant amount. So if you want to brighten up a room, go for lots of plants. They'll give life to dark corners and brighten up dull areas.
Brighten up the Walls
Rather than painting or wallpapering, you can easily make walls your own by hanging some art. Stack several frames with different types of art and arrange them on a wall. You can hang art without damaging your walls by using Command picture-hanging strips. They come in various sizes and can hold different weights, and they also easily peel off the wall.
Create a Calm Work or Learning Area
Since it's become popular to work or educate from home, it's essential to create a space where you can feel calm.
Start by making this space as far from the bedroom as possible. This creates good home office energy. Second, ensure there's enough natural light, since your brain needs the oxygen that comes from natural light to learn or work. Bringing plants and greenery into this area is also essential for creating oxygen. Lastly, one of the most significant feng shui factors is not having your desk or learning area facing a wall or your back to a door; this allows for better successful energy in the area.
Make the Most of Your Space
By following a few simple tips and tricks, you can make a rented space your own. Positioning furniture with feng shui in mind and adding lots of greenery are simple and easy ways to create a calm space to call home. Revolve Estate can help you create a space to call your own. Learn more.
written by: Jackie Waters of Hyper-Tidy.com
