6 Ways to Decorate Your Rental—Without Losing the Deposit
Your landlord won't let you paint or hang heavy artwork, so instead try one of these renter-friendly ways to add a personal touch to your space so it'll finally feel more like home.
By Pamela Masin
Photo: Maxwell Tielman
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The Problem: Your Walls Cannot Be Touched by a Hammer
If your heart's set on creating a photo gallery above your sofa, but your landlord's set on having absolutely nothing dinging/chipping/nailed into his walls, try
Washi tape—the no-nails-required alternative to frames. Maxwell Tielman on
Design*Sponge used
different-colored tape in unique shapes to add dimension to a blank, flat wall. The Japanese masking tape is ideal for this project because it comes in a wide variety of colors and patterns and is extremely renter-friendly. Not only can it be moved around without losing its stickiness, it leaves absolutely no marks, unlike other adhesives that may tear off paint or leave residue.
Published 06/30/2014
