20 essential tips for apartment decorating on a budget
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- 22 Aug 2022
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There are a lot of perks to apartment living — pools! Gyms! Never having to mow a lawn! — but decorating isn’t exactly one of them. Stuck with the whims of landlords trying to outfit a space on the cheap, tenants don’t have nearly the same range of options that homeowners do when it comes time to decorate.
But that doesn’t mean all hope is lost. Flip through the slideshow below for 20 essential tips and tricks for making your apartment a nice oasis that fits your style.
Avoid drilling holes in the wall by using adhesive hanging strips
The fastest way to not get an apartment deposit back is to leave the walls full of nail-holes when moving out, and that scenario is really easy to avoid. Use adhesive hanging strips, like those made by 3M’s Command brand, to hang photos and other wall art without causing any damage. Note: be sure to check the weight limit for the hanging strips you’ve purchased before anchoring anything heavy to the wall.
Upgrade the showerhead
One of the easiest ways to make your home feel a little more luxurious is to invest in a quality shower head. Most apartments are outfitted with the most basic of options, and there are so many better showerheads on the market. If you’ve got a big shower, consider a rainfall showerhead for ultimate luxury.
Consider painting an accent wall…
Painting is a controversial subject in the world of apartments: some tenants love it, and some landlords ban it. If your building allows tenants to paint, keep the post-move repainting to a minimum by painting an accent wall in your space. It will add a bright pop of color without requiring you to repaint the whole living room on move day. Read More…
