Renter’s Advice and Resources

Renter’s Advice and Resources

Apartment Interiors: Decorating with Black

Staff Writer

 · Mar 9, 2010

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Black can tie a color scheme together as well as enhance the textures in apartment interiors. Use it to give your apartment a definitively authoritative and sophisticated feel or a more stabilizing influence. Use Black with a Variety of Colors Black is an excellent accent color as it strengthens the look of a home’s decor. Because […]

Many people think that changing their home to have an eco friendly interior will be expensive and complicated but there are many simple interior design strategies you can implement to make a big difference in how eco-friendly your home is. Start with a few small projects, they can make a big impact and they may […]

Staff Writer

 · Mar 5, 2010

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Interior decorating strategies for apartments under 500 square feet must begin with the end in mind. You must decide ahead of time what you want to accomplish with the decorating. Do you want to maximize space? Do you plan to entertain guests, or will you be enjoying the apartment alone? Once you assess your goals, […]

Staff Writer

 · Feb 26, 2010

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Lots of homeowners and apartment dwellers alike are familiar with the simple process where do-it-yourselfers decorate wall areas by hanging a painting or other art piece. But for many, getting their art collection onto the wall is not enough to bring the desired level of color and creativity to a blank wall space. Here are […]

Staff Writer

 · Feb 24, 2010

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Interior decorating for apartments under 1,000 square feet is not difficult when you know how to work with small spaces. Your options are not severely limited because of the small space, either. It does take some creativity on your part and patience to hunt around to find the right decorating solutions for your apartment. Here […]

Staff Writer

 · Feb 24, 2010

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When choosing colors for a baby’s room,there are so many deciding factors to work with. Gender, brightness of colors  and carpet colors are all factors to keep in mind when decorating for your little bundle of joy. The theme choice will also help deciede which color pallette to choose. Boy’s Room Versus Girl’s Room When thinking […]

Staff Writer

 · Feb 23, 2010

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Of all the furnished rooms and areas in and around your apartment, you should spend the least amount of money on patio decorating. Keeping within a reasonable budget shouldn’t be difficult because you only need a few key pieces–no need to go overboard with spending money on fancy pillows, wall hangings and accessories that you […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Feb 23, 2010

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There aren’t many “no-nos” when it comes to apartment decorating. You’re encouraged to experiment, have fun and enjoy your apartment. However, there are a few mistakes you should avoid. Here are 4 big “no-nos” you want to stay away from: 1. Rent-to-Own Furniture You might find a chair that would be the perfect fit for […]

Staff Writer

 · Feb 21, 2010

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Choosing the right accent table is a key to having a well-balanced apartment. While you want the accent table to be functional, it should also show off your unique style and make sense with the rest of the apartment’s layout. Step One: Decide on Your Budget Accent tables come in a broad range of prices. […]

Staff Writer

 · Feb 19, 2010

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Give your apartment a makeover, and arrange furniture to optimize natural light. More sunlight in your home can improve your health and help you grow an indoor garden. There’s more to it, than not putting chairs in front of your windows, although that’s a start. Here’s how to arrange the furniture you’ve got: Don’t Block […]

Staff Writer

 · Feb 18, 2010

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