{"id":106225,"date":"2020-07-06T01:03:25","date_gmt":"2020-07-06T08:03:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=106225"},"modified":"2026-03-31T01:14:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T08:14:38","slug":"5-landlord-friendly-ideas-to-decorate-your-walls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/daily-living\/5-landlord-friendly-ideas-to-decorate-your-walls\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Landlord-Friendly Ideas to Decorate Your Walls"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tired of staring at the blank walls of your new rental? We\u2019ve got you covered!<\/p>\n

Making a new place feel like home is never easy, and the typical plain, white walls are no help at all. Instead, the color palette \u2014 as well as the items you choose to display \u2014 should represent a sincere picture of the person who lives there. Unfortunately, renters sometimes struggle to make a new apartment reflect their personality. The good news is that there\u2019s always a way!<\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019re looking for landlord-friendly ways to put your personal touch on your new apartment<\/a>, check out these easy and fun tips for decorating any boring old wall.<\/p>\n

1. Use Good Ol\u2019 Wallpaper<\/h3>\n

If your landlord doesn\u2019t share your interior design preferences, removable wall art like wallpaper is the safest choice. Much like other adhesive or removable wall art options, wallpaper has made a big comeback in home design. Take your pick from the most intricate patterns to the most minimalistic ones you can think of, like these from Kate Zaremba<\/a>. Or, make your very own pattern out of washi tape! The results are immediate, and your personality shines through.<\/p>\n

2. Bring in Texture<\/h3>\n

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Embroidery pieces, old-school tapestry, textile wall art like Lulu & Georgia<\/a>\u2019s, fabric hangings, weaving \u2014 these don\u2019t belong in the 1970s anymore. Think of texture as alternative art that showcases a different side of yourself \u2014 the bohemian soul in love with playful patterns and a romantic ambiance.<\/p>\n

3. Add a Wow Factor<\/h3>\n

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If you want to make sure your apartment scores major points for style, consider adding a wow factor. For example, work on your very own small gallery. Frame your favorite photos or prints to create a private art wall. For a refined look, make sure the frames are all the same size \u2014 no matter the art and order you think of hanging them in. Or, for a museum feel, go about it in the opposite way \u2014 with various frame sizes and colors, but similar art styles. For other wow ideas, check out Minted<\/a>.<\/p>\n

4. Make Use of It<\/h3>\n

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Wall d\u00e9cor doesn\u2019t have to be limited to being pretty. It can also be functional. This is especially ideal when you want to make the most of a smaller apartment. For example, hang hats, scarves and the kids\u2019 daily schedules. Alternatively, mount a cool blackboard and keep colorful chalk handy to encourage creativity, or post a whiteboard with plenty of markers nearby to help you keep track of your own tasks. You can even hang plates, utensils and other tools. The point is to make it look artsy or intentionally disorganized.<\/p>\n

5. Make an Accent Wall<\/h3>\n

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This is ideal when certain restrictions mean you can\u2019t decorate to your heart\u2019s content. Plus, creating an accent wall can be the best of both worlds when you need some d\u00e9cor, but your roommate prefers minimalism as opposed to overcrowded walls.<\/p>\n

In this scenario, place all of the wall hangings on one single wall \u2014 any kind of artwork, mirrors, statement paintings, frameworks, photographs, prints and so on. You can even include pieces of d\u00e9cor and art that don\u2019t damage the interior walls, like the ones from Saatchi Art<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The perfect pieces to upgrade your space are right around the (virtual) corner. Your apartment\u2019s empty walls are full of possibilities. These are just a few tips to help you take them to the next level. So, no matter how strict the decoration policy \u2014 or how different your tastes are from your roommate\u2019s \u2014 there\u2019s always something you can do to bring out the full potential of your walls!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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