Renter’s Advice and Resources

Painting your apartment interior is a great way to show off your personality and tastes. With forethought and planning, painting is easy and quick. One of the biggest issues to tackle prior to beginning painting, however, is how much paint to purchase. Factors Determining the Amount of Paint How much paint you need to purchase […]

Apartment decorating includes designing around a TV in a corner if you own one. It’s tough to do, and bare walls don’t help. It ends up looking like an eyesore to everyone in the apartment if you don’t try to make it blend into the decor somehow. You shouldn’t make it the focal point of […]

Furniture bargains are crucial if you’re a renter who wants to keep your apartment decorating costs down. Whether it’s used, like new or new furniture, you can find affordable, cheap and even free furniture. There are a number of local places in your area to try, but don’t forget to search online as well. 1. […]

The Victorian style of design is influenced by a number of traditional themes, such as Georgian, Vintage, Country Cottage as well as Shabby Chic. The elements of the decor, inspired by the elegance of yesteryear, all add to its romantic charm and femininity. Use Floral Prints to Enhance the Victorian Style You really can’t have a Victorian decor […]

Apartments with open floorplans present very unique decorating difficulties. Maintaining the space’s open feel while developing sufficiently separated spaces to prevent the room from appearing undecorated requires forethought and planning. There are 5 tips to consider when decorating an open floor plan. 1. Consider the Space Survey the space, making note of its overall size […]

That favorite chair may have good shape and structure left to it but the upholstery has seen better days. Learn to re upholster a chair yourself to give that old favorite a new look. Or maybe you are in need of some new furniture and find some great items at a garage sale or thrift […]

Fresh flowers add a personal touch to any apartment, and there’s no better time than when it’s time for summer decorating. Unless you have allergies, flowers and vases are a must have for any decorating style. They’ll bring joy to your home, and enhance the look and feel of any room you put them in. […]

It’s easy to decorate a porch on a budget, compared to the other spaces in your apartment. With a few simple additions, you can transform an empty looking porch into a charming outdoor space. You don’t have to break the bank while doing it either. Here’s how: Ask Your Landlord for Items Your landlord may […]

Smart Easter decorating ideas for your apartment can bring a little of the festivity of the holiday to your home without being overly gaudy or expensive. Just select one of two themes and work from there. Religious The first theme goes back to the reason behind the holiday, the Christian religion. If Easter has a […]