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As a renter, you may not be able to make some of the significant renovations you dream about. But that doesn’t mean your apartment or house can’t meet your needs.
Whether you only use your apartment to sleep or you work from home with kids in tow, there are plenty of ways to redecorate your rented home without risking a loss of security deposit or having an awkward landlord exchange. Check out these tips from North Texas Top Team!
Open the Space
When you cannot change the layout of the house or apartment you’re renting, it’s essential to work with the space you have by using every trick in the book.
One of the easiest ways to make a room feel bigger is to monopolize the natural light by preventing any obstruction of windows and adding mirrors around the room to reflect light. When the natural light is not enough, add extra wattage to light fixtures and opt for more lighting throughout the space.
At all costs, avoid over-cluttering the room with too much furniture and decor. Too many large pieces of furniture can make a room feel closed-in and darken the room. Instead, choose versatile furniture (i.e., serves as extra storage or seating), and aim for a minimal approach to furnishing.
Evaluate the Furniture
When decorating your rented home, work with what you have instead of reinventing the wheel. If you have wood furniture that has seen better days, consider sanding it down and bleaching the wood, restaining it, or even using chalk paint to add a pop of color. You can breathe new life into some pieces by changing out cushions, pillows, or by adding a throw.
If you have upholstered furniture that you love, but some stains won’t come out no matter what you’ve tried, consider hiring a local upholstery cleaner to make them look as good as new. Before choosing a professional:
● Look up online reviews on Angi.com.
● Call to discuss your needs to ensure they can accomplish the task.
● Get a quote.
Once you’ve narrowed it down to two or three people, ask the selected cleaners what tools they use (all-in-one cleaning tools are not meant for every task), and ask for referrals of happy customers who can vouch for their work. You will be glad you took the extra steps to ensure you save the pieces you love and avoid bad experiences.
Carve Out a Workspace
Whether you work from home or just need a dedicated space to manage your finances and pay bills, make sure you set aside an area suitable for the desk. You can use a dedicated room, a nook in the kitchen, a corner of your bedroom, or the dining room. You can make any space the perfect workspace.
Find the ideal desk that sets your workspace apart but flows with the rest of your decor. Add some of the following to your space to make the workspace inspiring:
● Decor
● A comfortable, ergonomic chair
● Curtains or a partition
● Organizational bins and drawers
Use Area Rugs
Very few things will warm up a room and make it feel finished and cozy like an area rug. Whether you have carpeted floors or some form of hardwood or vinyl flooring, an area rug is a detail that can automatically change the look and feel of the room in all the best ways.
If you have kids, an area rug can prove to be a safe and comfortable place to play. Just be sure to invest in an easily cleanable rug free of harmful materials.
Conclusion
You can make any space a home by making intentional decorating decisions. You may not be able to paint walls or make extensive modifications. Still, you can open the space to make it appear bigger, breathe new life into your existing furniture, design a valuable and fun workspace, and warm up the rooms with beautiful area rugs.
But don’t stop here. Keep looking for ways to make your space feel like home!
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