As a tenant, often there’s not much you can do to put your own mark on a rental property. But here, we give you some ideas that you may not have thought of before which will help you make your rental property feel like home.
1. Wall stickers
While painting the walls in your rental property may not be an option, wall stickers are a cheaper way to personalise the space to your own taste and also minimise any damage when you leave the property.
From quotes, to quirky patterns, to child-friendly designs, you can pick them up online for as little as £5.
2. Soft furnishings
Picking out and coordinating soft furnishings is a simple way to update the living space in your rented property – and you will be able to take them with you to your next home, too.
Cushions, rugs and new curtains can instantly change the aesthetic of a room, yet they are effortless to install and affordable as well, as most high street stores now have their own reasonably priced homeware ranges.
3. Lighting
The type of lighting you use can have a big impact on a room’s atmosphere and the design can change the way a room feels as well.
Swapping the landlord’s lampshades for something more stylish, or buying a set of table lights for the bedroom can quickly transform a bland space into one that is more inviting.
4. Removable wallpaper
Although removable wallpaper is expensive compared to using inexpensive wall stickers, it is a more impactful and renter-friendly way to update a space without permanently changing a room's design.
A quick search on the internet reveals a number of companies selling a myriad of designs for every taste. And it’s easy to put up and take down too – we've been told.
5. Plants
Plants and flowers are an affordable way to inject life and colour into a living space.
While you will need to make sure you water them now and then, if you can keep them alive long enough, you’ll also be able to take them with you when it’s time to move out.
Take a look at our home inspiration section for more design ideas, or our articles on renting in London.
