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temporary decorating tips for renters

February 18, 2014

I wanted to group together some of the decorating tips I used when we were renting this last year.  When renting a house, there is usually not much you are allowed to do, or if you’re not going to be there long term, not much you want to do to change its appearance.  Making it “you” can sometimes be tough.  While it’s technically someone else’s house, it’s your home and you should love it while you’re there.
 
All of these projects were completely temporary and were easy to remove without damage once we were ready to move on.  Click on the titles to be linked to more info on each project.
 
Add Cabinet Knobs without Drilling Holes
 
 
Hang Photos without Nail Holes
 
 
DIY Temporary Wallpaper
 
 
Cover Brass Fireplace Surround with Washi Tape
 
 
Add a Skirt to Built-ins to Hide Storage
 
 
Hide Ugly Fan Lights
 
 
 

There you have it!  Some quick and easy changes anyone can do to make your rental feel more like you.
 
I will say, the one major thing I learned while renting this time was to go ahead and decorate.  Put up your photos.  Drag out your knick knacks.  I knew we were only going to be there under a year before I was going to have to box it all up, but it made it so much more comfortable and enjoyable while we were there.  We didn’t decorate at all the first time we rented (other than the Izzy’s room since we brought her home from the hospital there), and I can honestly say we dreaded being in that house.  It was a depressing place to be.  A few photos and bits of us would have made a huge difference in how we felt while living there.  Go ahead and do it! 
 
Do you guys have any favorite tips for decorating when renting?  Let me know!

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  1. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    February 18, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    wow- you really did a great job of making it your own without damaging anything!

  2. Dee D says

    February 18, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    I love those ideas. My favorite is the cabinet knobs.

  3. Mindy says

    February 18, 2014 at 4:27 pm

    Such a smart cookie you are. 🙂 Hope the new digs are comin' together somewhat stress free!

  4. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    February 18, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    This list is a keeper. Thanks for posting this all together.

  5. Tiffany says

    February 19, 2014 at 3:37 am

    These are such great tips! Super creative:)

  6. Andrea says

    February 19, 2014 at 9:45 pm

    Love these tips. I was just telling my husband we should sell this money pit and rent a nice, low maintenance condo. Maybe I can put some of your tips into practice. Hope you're getting all settled in. Can't wait to see more of your beautiful home.

Hi, I’m Shelley!  My belief is that with a little creativity and elbow grease, you can make your home look like a million bucks without spending it.  Read more >>


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