Wallpapers that are renter-friendly for your new apartment

Wallpapers that are renter-friendly for your new apartment

Are you looking to decorate your space? Such decisions often come easy to home-owners. After all, they alone are responsible for the renovations and repairs in the home. But what happens if you’re renting? First, you must consider what such an action can spell for your lease. In some cases, you could lose your deposit. Moreover, if things go awry, you could be landed with added charges when moving out. So, choosing how to spruce up a rental space can be tricky. Luckily, we’ve found a solution in the form of temporary wallpaper for renters. What is it, and how does it work?

Temporary wallpaper with a large floral pattern

The rise of temporary wallpaper

Traditional wallpaper comes encumbered with challenges. It requires a paste to adhere to the wall and pasting it on can be messy. In most cases, people hire professional help to get the work done. But that’s not what makes it unfriendly for renters. It’s the fact that stripping it takes a lot of work. You could even damage the wall when removing the wallpaper. Why? The wallpaper adheres to the wall so much that you must use special tools to remove it. Oh, and there’s a lot of messy scraping involved. So, of course, most landlords frown upon their tenants going anywhere near this wallpaper.

What’s the alternative? Temporary wallpaper! It’s self-adhesive, so you don’t need to use a paste to attach it to the wall. Moreover, it’s easy to hang. All you do is peel it off its backing and fix the wallpaper to the wall. Then, when you want to remove it, you peel it off the wall, and just like that, the surface is free. We should also add that there are many design options, including flower peel and stick wallpapers. These are some of the reasons it’s become such a hit with renters. Add the fact that it’s attractive and long-lasting, and you have yourself a winner.

You can see why using temporary wallpaper could be the best option for your space. So, which options are the best for your home?

Modern appeal

Do you want to keep up with the current trends? Modern wallpaper will help you do just that. It helps that temporary wallpaper is easy to install and remove. So, any time the tide of fashion changes, you can jump on the next wave and ride it out. Is there a way to get more out of this wallpaper? Of course! We recommend that you:

  • Keep it simple: Minimalism has been garnering a following in the last few years, and it seems that this movement is here to stay. So, why not embrace it and all that comes with it? For example, choose a few colours instead of going with a ton of hues at once. You could use one to complement or contrast the other. The beauty of simplicity ensures that you don’t clash with the shades and patterns.
  • Go metallic: How about lending the room a certain elegance? That’s easy! All you need is a metallic finish to the wallpaper. The best way to do this is to match the finish with accessories in the room. For example, if you use rose gold, ensure the objects in the room tie in with this.

Oh, and don’t shy away from using floral and botanical patterns. Like minimalism, these are also here to stay. So, go big, go small – it does not matter as long as you invite nature into your home.

Going floral

Flowers have always been praised for their natural beauty. Throughout history, people have sung about them, written odes to them, painted them and consumed their essence in every possible way. Has this changed? Not a bit! If anything, people are even more invested in getting these flowers into their homes. So, floral wallpapers have become quite a hit. Isn’t it time that you, too, embraced this beauty?

But of course, there’s the question of what hues bode well with floral patterns. Should you stick to lighter shades or opt for darker ones? There’s no wrong answer as it all depends on what you want to impart on your space. Common options include:

  • Pink: How about going with the colour of pure romance? Pink communicates love and also leans on infatuation. Its sweetness might be what you need to express how you truly feel about your home.
  • Red: Does this hue signify danger? Sure, but red roses lined up your wall will not scare anyone away. If anything, they will inspire many with their breath-taking and majestic beauty.
  • Blue: Will depicting the water and the sky make your guests feel blue? Hardly- they will be lost in the balance and calmness of the sea and will feel right at home. However, if you want to add a hint of mystery, try darker hues.

What other colours would be fitting for your home?

Playing with the plain

Monochromes – are these in or out? The answer is in! Not everyone wants the hassle of mixing and matching multi-toned wallpapers. So, sticking with simple plain wallpapers might be a great choice. Why?

  • They complement patterns: You probably know that using patterned wallpaper on all walls can be overwhelming. People rarely enjoy being in a room where they felt visually overstimulated. Do you know how to avoid this situation? A plain wallpaper on three sides, leaving the pattern on only one feature wall.
  • They’re trendy: You can create a neutral background that can stand independently. You can decide on a plain colour to match the décor in the rest of your home. For example, if the accessories are pretty varied, the plain addition would eliminate any competition.

Besides, it’s easy to create a striking light and dark effect with plain colours. So, why not have a go at that?

Should you hang wallpaper in your apartment? While removable wallpaper is easy to install, maintain and extract, you should get the go-ahead from your landlord. Afixing it requires that you first prep your walls which might not be included in your lease. So, first, get the green light before investing in any wallpaper. That said, enjoy the experience!

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5 easy ideas for making your home warm and inviting

5 easy ideas for making your home warm and inviting

Minimalism and de-cluttering are two of the latest home design concepts at the moment. We all love them, but how do you make your home warm and inviting whilst sticking to minimalistic décor principles? Find out more in our mini-guide to modern home décor.

Wallpaper in a hallway

The entrance hall

The part of your home your invited guests are first likely to see is the hall way. Many find making this part of the home warm and inviting without cluttering it up difficult.

If you only have a small entrance hall to your home, it is a good idea to focus on the walls. A nice wallpaper or the addition of wall murals can make an invite to your home a fantastic experience. Take your time in choosing your wallpaper so it doesn’t take over your entrance area.

You can always accent the wall paper by adding a silk flower display that draws attention to the colour in the wallpaper.

Wallpaper mural

Decorating with wall murals

Do I need to put the wall mural directly on the wall? The answer to that question is no.

There are many different ways in which you can work with wall murals. One way is attaching them directly to the walls of your home. But, you don’t need to do that. You can easily turn your wall murals into works of art. Find high quality wall murals from Ever Wallpaper which provides all kinds of wall murals and wallpapers.

When you want to use your wall murals as art work, invest in a couple of white canvases. Make sure that you choose your wall murals carefully. You don’t want them to be larger than your canvases. But, don’t let that stop you. If you really like a mural, it can be manipulated to fit onto your canvas.

You also don’t need to leave your canvas white. To accent your wall mural, you can spray the canvas with spray paint in a matching or contrasting colour. For instance, when you want to create a Chinese or Japanese theme, you can spray your canvas with gold or a Chinese red.

Lampshade made with patterned wallpaper

Alternative ways to use wallpaper

There are also many alternative ways you can use wallpaper to decorate your home, Traditionally, we always think of wallpaper as something that we put on the wall. But just like with wall murals, there are alternative ways to use wallpaper.

Can you add it to a canvas frame? Yes, you most certainly can. When you like the look of a couple of different wallpapers, you can mix and match them to a white or coloured canvas.

You can also use wallpaper to create a background interest in cupboards or bookshelves. It is not very different from lining a drawer. Some wallpapers make lovely one-of-a-kind lampshades

Measure the area that you would like to cover and cut out the wallpaper to fit. It is best to measure a couple of times to make sure that you get it right. You can use ordinary wallpaper glue or adhesive, or you can use a craft glue such as Mod Podge.

Once you have finished your project. cover the wallpapered area with a lacquer or acrylic spray to make sure that it lasts longer.

Welsh corgi with wallpaper

Use wallpaper on furniture

You can use wallpaper to cover furniture. If you do decide to have a go, it is a good idea to start with smaller projects. Once you have mastered them, move onto larger pieces of furniture such as coffee tables and perhaps living room tables.

When you use wallpaper in this way, it is important to prepare the area first of all. If you are going to use wallpaper on a side table, you need to sand it down first of all. Start with a heavy grade of sand paper and then finish it off with a much finer grade. The area that you’re going to wallpaper needs to be completely smooth.

Use the same method you used when you covered the bookcase or cupboard, and you’ll have your own unique piece of furniture.

Seat cushion in matching tone to the wallpaper

Decorate the rest of your home

When you want to highlight the colour of your wallpaper or accent your wall murals, try to pick up one of the colours. For instance, if you have a splash of purple in your wallpaper, it’s a good idea to use purple in other décor items such as bedspreads, cushions and floor rugs. That way, you pick up on the colour and make your wallpaper stand out.

You can do this in any room in the house. It will make a decorating theme flow and become more visible. The end result is a warm home décor even though you may have gone for a minimalist theme. Working with colours turns your home into a great place to invite friends and family.

Inventing your own style and take on home décor is fun. Even if your home is minimalistic, it can still look inviting and welcoming to your visitors.

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Get their look: Wallpaper on the ceiling

 

 
 
 
 
 
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You tend to find wallpaper on walls, sometimes small pieces embellishing bits of furniture… however, this bedroom has wallpaper on the ceiling… and on the ceiling fan!

It looks simply amazing. I’m not the biggest fan (get it?) of ceiling fans, they can sometimes look a bit ugly. Camouflaging the blades with this patterned peel & stick wallpaper just makes them appear to melt away!

The room looks cool and breezy with its blue colour palette; the introduction of all the different shades stops it looking ‘matchy-matchy’ or over the top.

I knew straight away where the tasselled throw was from – the Antipodean company, Kip & Co – we featured a bedroom in one of the owners’ homes in this very series of blog posts a while ago. They produce the most eye-catching bedding.

The fish painting behind the bed was actually done by the owner of this home – isn’t she talented. It’s a quirky piece, and looks right at home on the wall here.

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Cow hide rug
Cow hide rug
‘Lost Fortune’ painting by Shea Keating
‘Lost Fortune’ painting by Shea Keating
Kip & Co tassel throw
Kip & Co tassel throw
Blue velvet upholstered king size bed & headboard
Blue velvet upholstered king size bed & headboard
Feather Flock peel & stick wallpaper
Feather Flock peel & stick wallpaper
Cow hide rug
Cow hide rug
‘Lost Fortune’ painting by Shea Keating
‘Lost Fortune’ painting by Shea Keating
Kip & Co tassel throw
Kip & Co tassel throw
Blue velvet upholstered king size bed & headboard
Blue velvet upholstered king size bed & headboard
Feather Flock peel & stick wallpaper
Feather Flock peel & stick wallpaper
Cow hide rug
Cow hide rug
‘Lost Fortune’ painting by Shea Keating
‘Lost Fortune’ painting by Shea Keating
Kip & Co tassel throw
Kip & Co tassel throw
Blue velvet upholstered king size bed & headboard
Blue velvet upholstered king size bed & headboard
Feather Flock peel & stick wallpaper
Feather Flock peel & stick wallpaper

Get their look: Statement wallpaper

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Statement wallpaper can be a really effective and economical way of bringing character and personality into a room. However, it’s not always the easiest thing to get right. For instance, hanging artwork on a busy background is tricky; the two will fight for attention, with neither winning the good fight.

This room (and, in fact, many of the other rooms in the house) has fabulous statement wallpaper and the accessories work with rather than against it.

A mirror on a patterned wall often works, so long as the frame is plain, such as the one seen here. A big, gilt example could also look great against such a voluptuous background. The green felted puffin lamp with its matte black lampshade look great against the wall and adds to the nature theme.

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Mini glass bauble garland
Mini glass bauble garland
Tall glass dome with metal bird feet
Tall glass dome with metal bird feet
Abigail Ahern felt puffin table lamp
Abigail Ahern felt puffin table lamp
Wooden bead chandelier
Wooden bead chandelier
Rabarber wallpaper
Rabarber wallpaper
Mini glass bauble garland
Mini glass bauble garland
Tall glass dome with metal bird feet
Tall glass dome with metal bird feet
Abigail Ahern felt puffin table lamp
Abigail Ahern felt puffin table lamp
Wooden bead chandelier
Wooden bead chandelier
Rabarber wallpaper
Rabarber wallpaper
Mini glass bauble garland
Mini glass bauble garland
Tall glass dome with metal bird feet
Tall glass dome with metal bird feet
Abigail Ahern felt puffin table lamp
Abigail Ahern felt puffin table lamp
Wooden bead chandelier
Wooden bead chandelier
Rabarber wallpaper
Rabarber wallpaper