One of the most exciting things about being a
first-time homebuyer is realizing that you can paint your walls in any color
you choose. Until that day, the lucky renter is one whose landlord lets them
paint the walls in any color they choose. The good news for renters who do not
have free rein to repaint their space, is the numerous easy and
stylish ways to decorate to a rental home without taking on a big painting
project.
Temporary Wallpaper
This is also known as renter's wallpaper,
and is perfect for adding a custom look in your rental home. Temporary
wallpapers are best for accent walls as the patterns are colors are often made
specifically for a smaller area to add a pop of pattern or color. Choose a wall
that does not have a window or other complex opening, to keep the project
simple. An accent wall of
patterned temporary wallpaper is brilliant for designating an eating space,
highlighting a room that has no architectural highlights, and for anchoring an
otherwise bland bedroom.
Be sure that you are purchasing true temporary
wallpaper that requires no adhesives, and is designed to remove without wall
damage.
Carpet Floor Tiles
Renters know that using area rugs are an easy
and colorful way to personalize a room, and often disguise less-than perfect
flooring. Using carpet floor tiles is another way to get a custom (and
removable) look in your rental. Carpet tiles are
available in a wide range of colors and patterns, and offer the complete
creative flexibility to design the perfect flooring accent. The beauty of
carpet tiles is that you can create any size carpeted area
from covering the entire floor, to a custom-designed area rug.
Shop for carpet tiles that require no adhesive
or extra backing. Be sure to read all of the specifications and requirements
for using the tiles before ordering. Carpet tiling will not work to cover
carpeting or certain types of hardwood floors, and has some limitations for
other types of flooring.
Wall Decals
Like temporary wallpaper, wall decals are a
quick and hip way to personalize your rental space. Look for wall decals that
are easily applied and removed. Read the product reviews to be sure that they
can be removed without a trace on your wall. Large scale graphic decals
are stylish in a contemporary space, while quotes and floral motifs are just
right for a casual room. Wall decals can be customizable, with many companies
offering mix and match colors and custom sizes. Decals with decorative elements
work well in small spaces,
because they can cleverly depict anything from a chandelier to a headboard, on
your wall.
Painted Furniture
Living with renter-white walls puts a lot of
pressure on your furnishings to bring color to your rooms. Upholstered
furniture, rugs, and window treatments, are great for adding color to a room,
but painted
furniture supplies an extra pop of color.
The furniture pieces that add the most painted
color punch, are usually small. By adding small items like end tables, or
consoles, gives you more creative latitude in choosing accent colors. Try picking
up a minor accent color from a print or accessory in the room, for your painted
furniture. A coral console table in a beach-inspired room,
adds a fun splash of color without brushing a drop of paint on the walls.
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