Quick and easy ways to redecorate a rented… part 2

Tenants are well aware that they will not live in the property for the rest of their lives. This attitude means that they often tolerate certain shortcomings in the furnishings or do not invest in making the flat look nicer, because after all "it is not theirs". On the one hand this lets them save quite a lot, but in the long run it means living in interiors that they do not really like. How can this be remedied at little cost? We present some interesting ideas in today's article.

Window dressing can transform the whole interior

One of the more effective ways to change the look of a rented interior without excessive effort and high costs is to replace the net curtains, curtains and any ornaments on the windowsill. In most rooms the window is the focal point, so a lot depends on how it looks. The choice of curtains and net curtains should be well thought out. It is best to opt for ones that will neither block sunlight nor make the interior look smaller. In small rooms it is best to hang airy net curtains combined with delicate curtains in light colours. Only in large living rooms can we be tempted by darker and heavier curtains. They will be the main decorative element of the room.

Your own extra furniture

In most rental flats we have access to basic furnishings in the form of a bed, cupboards, a table and a wardrobe. For some people such minimalist furnishings are enough, but if we want to give the interior a personal character, it is worth considering buying some additional furniture. Extra shelving units, bedside tables or coffee tables do not cost much, yet they can effectively refresh the space and make it look attractive. An additional advantage of this solution is that the furniture we buy can easily be taken with us to a new flat.

Additional lighting

Taking care of the lighting is another way to give a space an individual character. Extra bedside lamps or large floor lamps placed in a corner of the living room can effectively change the look of the interior, making it cosier. Moreover, attractively designed lamps are in themselves an interesting decoration for the interior.

It is also worth considering installing inexpensive but striking decorative lighting in the form of a string of fairy lights, which we can hang on a curtain rail or drape over a wardrobe, shelf or windowsill.

Dividing into zones

Separating zones is particularly important when renting a studio flat. Many flats of this type have one large room with a kitchenette. Such an interior needs a suitable division to become more functional and cosier. We need to separate the kitchen part from the room, and divide the room further into a daytime zone and a relaxation zone. Additional shelving units are ideal for this task, and with them we can create a work zone or arrange a sleeping area.

Floor styling

No one renting a flat will take it upon themselves to replace the floors in the rooms. Yet the overall look of the entire space depends on their condition. Fortunately, unattractive parquet or scratched laminate flooring can easily be covered with a new rug. This solution will also add cosiness to the interior.

Houseplants

The finishing touch in transforming a rented flat is filling it with potted plants. Thanks to them, the rooms will become far friendlier for the people staying in them. Moreover, plants not only look attractive but also improve the air quality in rooms, help you sleep well and have a de-stressing effect. The more green accents in a rented flat, the better its occupants will feel in it.