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7 ways to brighten up your walls without paint

There’s no denying that the furniture and accessories you put into a room only half complete it. What finishes the job by bringing the room together is the set of decorative elements that you add to the walls. The usual monochromatic color schemes of most apartments can look lifeless. But what if your rental agreement forbids you from painting the walls? Or you can paint them, but you don’t have the budget for it?

Are you looking to pour some color on your walls but these restrictions are holding you back? Don’t worry, there’s still hope for how you envisioned your apartment looking. Here’s a fantastic list of temporary wall coverings that are sure to jazz up your house without getting you into trouble.

Temporary wallpaper

Looking to spice up your rented space without destroying the walls too much? One easy and inexpensive fix for your boring beige walls could be a peel-and-stick wallpaper. These kinds of temporary wallpapers work best on smooth surfaces. Make sure you move slowly when applying this instant fix. It’s advised that you don’t remove the backing all at once, but take a gradual approach to protect the bottom from sticking to itself while you’re working at the top of a strip.

Fabric

There are two ways you can approach this medium. One is to buy a large piece of your favorite fabric, stretch it tightly across your wall, and secure it with small nails or thumbtacks. It’s almost like using a wallpaper. Another way to use it is to wrap the fabric around large, foam boards that are the size of your walls in length. Now you can create panels with these boards for a more artistic effect.

Curtains

While on the subject of using fabric hangings for wall decor, let’s talk curtains. Just because you don’t have a window on the wall you want to decorate doesn’t mean you can’t hang a curtain there. Start by getting a stylish curtain rod installed on top of the wall. Now go out, get your curtains of choice, and just hang them up. You can choose from heavy or dark to thin or semi-transparent to set the right mood for your room.

Tile decals

Do you have one of those kitchens or bathrooms that look like they’re in desperate need of some color? Replacing the tiles is usually not an option, so what do you do? You look for tile decals! These are kind of a peel-and-stick decoration that can transform the color of your backsplash or enable you to create a unique design. Sticker every tile or just a few to give your kitchen and bathroom a little more personality.

Photographs

What better way to decorate a space than with photos of your most cherished memories? This one might sound old-school, but it makes for surprisingly gorgeous wall décor. You can print your scenic photos in different sizes and frame each one individually to create an art installation. You can also consider doing a series of black and white prints for a more artistic feel. Arrange your set of frames in a funky way for that added impact.

Mirrors

We’re not talking about converting your living room into a dressing area. Hexagon-shaped mirrors have been around for a while and are used as statement pieces for walls. Decorative mirrors can help bring light into your space and give it a larger feel. You can use smaller mirrors that have colorful borders to create a pattern that can lend sparkle to your room.

Original works

Do you have an artistic side to you that’s begging to get set free? Why not take this opportunity to create some art while you’re decorating your own apartment. Grab a few blank canvases in a variety of sizes, paints, brushes, and create something original for your walls. You can do a set of mixed media paintings that incorporate souvenirs and postcards you’ve collected on your travels. You don’t have to be a master here, just create for yourself.

Final words

Decorating your house to suit your style is possible even if you can’t paint the walls your favorite color. Use any of these ideas to give your home an individual look and feel in color-coordinated harmony.

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