Decorating Tips for Renters

The walls of most apartments are bland. You can jazz them up with peel and stick wallpaper. When you’re ready to move out, just peel the wallpaper off and go.

Artificial plants and flowers are great no-stress decorating options. They won’t attract bugs or spread dirt, and best of all, you don’t have to water them! Over the past few years, artificial plants have gotten more realistic looking.

If you want to go the extra mile and make your artificial plants look even more real, consider one of these tips:

• Upgrade your planter. Add your faux plant to a decorative pot or a basket. Add filler to the pot and top it with moss or real dirt to fool guests into thinking it's real.
• Clean it! Don't let dust gather on the fake leaves.
• Add faux stems to a water vase. The water adds a touch of realism and depending on the material, the fake stem will last forever.

If you have a studio or want to divide a room into sections, invest in room dividers. The right divider for you depends on your taste and the room's aesthetic. They are as easy to take down as they are to install. No need to put up any walls or build anything.

Wall mirrors make any wall much more appealing. They can make a room seem bigger, so keep that in mind while you’re decorating.

Area rugs are a great way to cover unappealing flooring, conceal scuffs and more. They can even help tie a room’s color scheme together.

Purchasing wall art is a great way to adorn the walls of your home. Most wall art can even be hung with adhesive hooks that won’t damage the wall.
You can easily remove the art when you leave.

String lights offer a cozier alternative to lamps and overhead lighting.
With their versatility, you can string these lights up in any space. You can bring warmth to inside or outside spots.

If your apartment or rental home is lacking in lighting, invest in a sconce. For the easiest addition, use battery-operated wall sconces.

Floating shelves come in a variety of styles and finishes. With no visible hardware, they keep a spot stylish. They are ideal for displaying collectibles, books, photos, plants and more.

Wall decals work like peel and stick wallpaper, but cover a much smaller area. You can find decals of shapes, quotes and so much more to decorate your space.

Peel and stick backsplash works just like peel and stick wallpaper as well. It lets you alter the feel of your kitchen without giving up your deposit.

Most modern apartments and houses come with pre-installed vertical blinds. Those blinds are usually made of rather inexpensive vinyl - they can crack if not stored properly.

Luckily, they are pretty easy to take down or cover up with curtains. If you do take them down, just make sure to store them carefully, so you can recoup your deposit.