10 REALISTIC Budget Renter-Friendly Decorating Ideas | No Paint/No Wallpaper | Tips & Hacks

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[@KarMa-ws3ll]

As a former doorm and furnished micro apartment dweller, liquid starch is my all-time favorite tip! Its crazy how it even sticks to cheap melamin furniture. For walls - I recommend a light wight fabric. I also used very heavy cotton fabric succesfully, but then you will need to have assistance or a possibity to temporarely fix it while putting up a very large piece (I used a lot of heavy duty painters tape, but if you dont have concrete or brick walls, push pins might suffice)

[@LaughCryDIY]

I remember you said you even used it on that chair. Love that we’re global liquid starch advocates 😂

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

@@LaughCryDIY liquid strarch forever! ...abd thats true! still have noghtmares of the un-starched chairs, they were so ugly! :-)

[@maurawhelan3530]

Well said! Don’t limit yourself if renting. Love the space you live in ppl!

[@tngirlz4622]

“I don’t want us all living in collective delusion.” 😂 Loved that Baguette joined you for part of this, but ONLY part - she has to maintain her aloof demeanour, after all. Excellent suggestions - I especially love the replacement drum shade for boob lights and the washi-taped doorway - such a great idea!

[@LaughCryDIY]

I want to do washi wall paneling so bad now. Baguette is talking me down. Haha.

[@kimeejae]

Creative ideas-even for homeowners. The banquette and wall curtains are 2 I want to try in my home.

[@LaughCryDIY]

My fb marketplace feed is full of banquettes now 😂 Can’t stop pinning them.

[@Lullalies]

Tip no. 11 - Sass up any surface with different colored tablecloths.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooh! Love that!

[@carolinejane8145]

So many great ideas. ‘Low Key Lazy’ 😂😂😂. That’s me. I get inspired and then life gets in the way. Hi to Baguette ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Low key lazy are my people. Haha.

[@Misskittenfish71]

I had a beautiful vintage, rice paper screen behind my bed, like the one you have pictured; sadly, I found out I punch in my sleep and tore it up one night 😭 😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

Oh nooooooooooooooooooooo 😭😂😭😂. What a nightmare. Ok, good to know for my sassy sleepers.

[@SurinaSlackArt]

These videos deserve so many more views.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I agree. Let’s go, algorithm!

[@lovehatetragedy823]

I love these tips! Perfect timing, too. I am revamping my entire apartment, one room at a time. I am definitely extra enough for curtains in the bathroom 🫶🏾.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw yay! They feel so luxurious and cozy in a bedroom especially.

[@starveartist]

Love the sit down commentary. I think you could do some like some other interior design youtubers, but with your sense of humor and suggestions that are more fun and colorful, as opposed to many who try for upscale, classic, more simple design ideals. You are more fun!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yes! That’s what I’m all about. I can’t live in a sad beige world. Haha.

[@pjperdue1293]

I'm going to thrift some flat bedsheets and put a wall of curtains in my tiny dining room. All these ideas were so great; there were so many that my head is spinning with plans.

[@LaughCryDIY]

YES!!!! I love hearing this. I actually even hung those sheets with tiny command hooks since I wasn’t allowed to drill in. It was a little tedious but totally worked.

[@Monticort]

Queen, your eye makeup is giving 60s vibes and I’m here for it. 🔥

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you 💁‍♀️ Got a new palette I’ve been playing with.

[@deannawoodbury2631]

I loved all of these ideas and am thinking about doing the full wall of curtains on the wall behind my bed.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Do it do it do it!

[@juliecroom5734]

I love the floor-to-ceiling shower curtain idea! So feminine & glam!

[@nilay8641]

These were indeed realistic yet still unbelievably glamourios looking and clever tips that dont look tacky at all. All stylish. I loved the references and how funny you are😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you! Giving my cheap and lazy people the info they deserve. ❤️

[@TheClutterLady]

FINALLY! Someone who understands the struggle. 🤣 Thank you for these tips that are manageable and allowed for renters!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Gotta help my people out.

[@ravensnow2931]

Wow, the curtain tiebacks on either side of the tub look amazing! Really unexpected hack for sure.

[@LaughCryDIY]

It’s pure glamour

[@Miss_Annlaug]

A great tip for renters that I realised after moving away from renting; you can paint the walls the same colour they already are without breaking rules or aski g your landlord! Sounds weird i know but hear me out; that flawless, clean wall feels absolutely different to live with than the stained, damaged walk that other tennants have had for years. Even if you cant decide the color you can upgrade the space and have a fresh, clean slate❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

I love this! It’s sooooo true especially with that dingy white.

[@trentdotson1522]

Fantastic suggestions. I’m seeing a mirror-tile backsplash in my future. Also glad to see the love for screens-they can be a great place to bring in sconces, if the walls are off limits.

[@LaughCryDIY]

That’s true too!!! Love that idea. And yes, please mirror your life for me! 😂

[@khantuta]

Great tips, thank you!I will paint the hidden side of some doors with some lefover paint I have. Have a great weekend, K.!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yayayay! It’s such a fun and unexpected joy.

[@eiffelwomanretiredandfabul5982]

Best tips I've found in a while, the bathroom was my favorite

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m so glad! It’s all about experimenting.

[@Lewisa369]

This is why we love you, guuurrrlll!!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Love u too. Trying it hell my people, you know.

[@steve90068]

Thank you for making a video specifically aimed at renters who don't want the hassle of an elaborate DIY project, a.k.a. me! I can handle Wasi tape though.

[@LaughCryDIY]

You know I got you, bb.

[@melaniepeters4744]

Perfect tips! Love the idea of ceiling height curtains in the bathroom. And the washi tape tips❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

The shower curtain drapes are the best

[@starveartist]

I could never do SMEG, unless they remove the letters that make me think of SMEGMA every time I go to eat!!!😂😂😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

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[@StaceyYoungVocalist]

Good morning, Katy and Baguette! I'm watching with my cup of tea on a warm spring day in the UK. Great ideas, as always. ❤ Stacey & Boo the cat 🐈‍⬛X

[@LaughCryDIY]

Drinking tea on a lovely Spring day in the UK is my idea of a perfect day. Baguette says cheers to Boo.

[@shereen3677]

Loved all your inspirational ideas. I am motivated! Especially upgrading my shower curtain, which has been the bain of my life 😊

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yesssssss. Highly encourage you to do it. It’s so fun.

[@alicebabler9996]

Great tips! Your enthusiasm on a Saturday morning is infectious. I'm feeling motivated to change something. 😅😂😊

[@LaughCryDIY]

Woohoo! One of my fave things about doing renter-friendly decor is that it can change, so it feels like less stress and pressure and more fun to play with things.

[@corireeves32]

Thanks for the inspiration! I constantly gather ideas and love to redo or just tweak spaces in my apartment - so thanks for the ideas and examples! I have used contact paper to cover those horrible (usually beige) countertops, in both kitchen and bathroom. I recently saw someone use pink marble contact paper in their daughter's first apartment - it went from boring to gorgeous - she even did a backsplash! FUN. In the 70's when I had my first apartment, my dad had bought me an avocado green fridge... I used contact paper to cover it. lol

[@LaughCryDIY]

Love to hear about another contact paper queen. I would kinda die to have that avocado green fridge now 😂

[@Secunda90]

I love these tips! I am lazy homeowner, and I can easily see myself adapting these to my still-ugly cabinets etc. until I have the time and money to replace them. You are a genius.

[@LaughCryDIY]

OK yay. Love my lazy homeowners, too. It’s funny, I always think I would do the same things in a home because I love to mix things up so often and play around.

[@francophile89]

Great video, thanks! I’m going to start the hunt for a plant stand and faux plant for my tiny bathroom.

[@LaughCryDIY]

It really can make such a difference. I even saw people stuck tall/thin plant stands in that dead tiny corner between the toilet and wall. Thought it was cool and unexpected.

[@harveythepooka]

It took me like an hour to watch this because you kept inspiring me with ideas that I had to google stuff between 3 different tips. Great stuff.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yay! I love to hear it. ❤️

[@lindaroyal8161]

I'm so much older than you, I was in my teens in the late 60's; mirrored walls were such a thing back then, everyone was doing it - the hippie days! These were all really good tips and tricks. I think my favorite is using fabric as wall paper.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I love your memories of that time! Everything is coming back, especially the 70s dens. I wish they still made sunken living rooms.

[@lindaroyal8161]

@@LaughCryDIY - oh sunken LR and lava lamps, oh my!

[@jamierussellville101]

Thank you for being honest about ceilings! I live in a home built in the 70s. We have normal ceilings. I hate all these DIYers with high ceilings acting like everyone has high ceilings.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yes! I completely understand. Low ceilings = real life 😂

[@m.mccolgan2250]

I think it would be great to see you team up with THE CARLA PROJECT for some amazing LA home re-do’s!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

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[@estherlongmore9443]

This is the BEST renter friendly video I’ve ever seen! I live in the upstairs apartment of a beautiful rental house, with the exception of the light gray walls throughout (and a couple boob lights) and I’m over it! I want color! I don’t have the physical energy/stamina to do things like removable wallpaper, but you’ve given so many great suggestions to lean into. Thank you!

[@LaughCryDIY]

This makes me so happy to hear! I know exactly what it’s like, so I am really glad to give any help I can.

[@jadestone8552]

These tips are great Katy! I am moving into a white12x28 tiny house. So I hope to be able to do some of these for spice!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Oooh! So curious to see how you bring it to life!

[@junerobbins6871]

Cool ideas. The bed sheet/curtains idea is awesome. I'm saving this video.

[@LaughCryDIY]

It’s a great one

[@katiestockley5984]

Thanks Katy, some awesome ideas, love your washi tape tips xo

[@LaughCryDIY]

I want to do washi panels so bad now.

[@PerfectionismRewired]

YES I have a weird asymmetrical window in my bedroom and did a full wall of heavy velvet blush curtains behind my bed. Taking your tip to add another panel so it looks more plush!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Oooh, love to hear this. It’s such a vibe.

[@bree8150]

Omg I love the banquette ideas ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

They’re so good, right?! I want a velvet one

[@tamarahlava1219]

Amazing ideas! I love banquets...on my wish list!

[@LaughCryDIY]

They’re so fun!!! Do it, do it!

[@lenethharris-johnson8238]

An amazing and incredibly inspiring video! A master class that anyone can utilize.Thanks.

[@LaughCryDIY]

So happy to help anyone with the renter-friendly struggle.

[@philrose7716]

I would hire you in a hot minute!

[@LaughCryDIY]

❤️❤️❤️ aw thank you

[@larm1994]

Wow! Jammed packed ideas, trust me when I say, I have watched tons of vids for ideas, yours was way worth those ton and time I spent on those! New sub here!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you! I really try to give my fave ideas because I’ve probably watched all those too.

[@roxiegs348]

Great video!!! So many great ideas. I’ll send pics of my hacks for my rental home.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yes, plz!!! You know I love to see ‘em.

[@ThisIsJessPaul]

You can also buy an overall magnet for the front of your fridge if you don't want to deal with adhesive: my Mom had an image of an Italian cobblestone street in our kitchen

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooooh love that idea.

[@HeronCoyote1234]

New sub. Really great ideas. And you speed along nicely, rather than dragging things out.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thanks for subbing. I try keep it easy for my cheap and lazy people 😂❤️

[@cynthiasmith4831]

Hey I would love a renter friendly budget dark western boho living room with dining room connected

[@suzy1676]

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[@Jenifer-ir4zn]

Loooovvvvvéeee

[@LaughCryDIY]

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[@glomontero6011]

Yay thanks for the letter. Also I live in a 1970s double mobile home with a triangle living room and the 1/2 hutch / side board. I would like to see Any Ideas. Have u done any mobile homes?

[@LaughCryDIY]

Agh, I wish I had more experience with it. I know those can be especially tricky. If you’re struggling with layout things, I might recommend checking out Julie Jones’ videos-she’s an expert space planner who breaks down her clients’ spaces, which can often be tricky. instagram.com/juliejones_designs?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA==

[@victoriam9337]

Lovely collection of pics, great ideas!

[@LaughCryDIY]

❤️❤️❤️ They’re as much for myself!

[@meercatt]

This was a super helpful creative video! Great job!!😊❤❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Gotta give the people the cheap tips they need!

[@allyfrasier6306]

Wow! I ADORE your ideas! Thank you for the inspiration. I've been searching and kept coming up with all the exact same ideas in videos, all the usual renter friendly suggestions, and while they're nice, most aren't all that exciting or appealing to me. I love your cool and unusual content, thank you!😊

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m so glad! I also was on the same hunt once, and I felt the same. So I really try to give the ideas I wish I’d had then!

[@GilliMarieMoody]

Excellent.

[@LaughCryDIY]

❤️

[@fashionwithoutlabels]

Great tips and channel!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thanks for hanging with me

[@meldixon1918]

Loved this, thanks for putting it together!

[@LaughCryDIY]

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[@kismetmassey1105]

Thank you 😉🎉🥰

[@LaughCryDIY]

Happy to help

[@sherylfoster4549]

I love your work.❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Awww, thanks so much! Hope you found it helpful.

[@debbiehoefert2349]

Great ideas

[@LaughCryDIY]

❤️❤️❤️ Trying to help the cheap and lazy peeps.

[@kimswrld5321]

All information is very helpful 😊

[@LaughCryDIY]

Happy to share!

[@lorihodgeslor444]

Positively an amazing and awesome video!

[@LaughCryDIY]

So happy if you found it helpful.

[@medshell4vr]

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[@LaughCryDIY]

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[@thegreenquill1052]

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[@LaughCryDIY]

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[@swmurimi90]

Do you have any ideas for a walk in shower? I was thinking decals but wonder if that's going to stick even on the outside of the walk in.

[@LaughCryDIY]

If you’re talking about something like privacy cling film, that’s a good question. I haven’t used them in a bathroom, so I’m not sure what the product recommendation is. But you might want to follow Stefanie Bloom, who has been doing some major experimenting with peel and stick decal tiles even INSIDE the shower: instagram.com/reel/C51fd9xy_VK/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

[@ceciliab5409]

how do you drill a concrete wall or ceiling? I want to hang a paper lamp, the Ikea onion one but I have concert ceiling in my apt

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooh! OK, so a few things… -To actually drill in you need a masonry drill bit. If it feels a little overwhelming, that’s a super easy thing you could get a handy person to drop out for you. -There are adhesive ceiling hooks for concrete, depending on how heavy the light is. Those tend to be pretty light though. I haven’t used them myself, but may be worth the experiment: www.amazon.com/Adhesive-Concrete-Textured-Unsmooth-Drilling/dp/B0CL779618 3) if there is an existing light fixture and you get a separate paper lantern just to pop over it, they are sooooo light, they can be command stripped to the ceiling with multiple strips! Command strips work on concrete. Just remember to give enough clearance and use a low-heat bulb. Best of luck!

[@ceciliab5409]

@@LaughCryDIY Thank you so much! It's about 1.5 , no existing light fixture, so I think the adhesive hooks will do it, if not I'll get a handy person. Thanks for your help!

[@rachaelnugent]

I need all tips and tricks. I bought a house last week.... the walls are grey. Paint, and decor and all the things, but I'm also a cheap whore, and need to buy basically all of the appliances and furniture, so quick and easy fixes are also much needed over here.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Congrats on the house!!!!! Huge deal. And, yeah, just remember it’s a process so one lil thing at a time.

[@kathygoodwin2970]

What’s best, most effective way to hang things on painted brick in VERY old building 🤷‍♀️

[@kathygoodwin2970]

ps SOOOO grateful for this video! First time renting in 40 years, VERY frustrating when you’re used to having free reign creatively 😑

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooh that’s a tricky one. And I so feel your frustration. A few things I might try… -Depending on how much overhang you have between bricks, these brick clips might be an option: www.amazon.com/Brick-Hanging-Outdoors-Hangers-Picture/dp/B0CPP8YDR4?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A1GMG64W1V4UVQ -Gorilla mounting putty might be good for very light things: www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Removable-Mounting-Putty-Off-White/dp/B0873Z7Y42 -I’m not sure how textured the brick is after what I assume might be layers of paint. The Command strips site says it won’t work on brick (because of the unevenness) but will work on painted cinder block (which is smoother), so it may be worth an experiment, depending on what you wanted to hang. Hope these help.

[@kathygoodwin2970]

@@LaughCryDIY Oh thank you so much for the suggestions! I’ll start “experimenting”!🥰

[@Bonnie-ww7mr]

If your cat continues to interrupt, I will watch you FOREVER!!!! Hahahahaha

[@LaughCryDIY]

Hahahahhaah 🐈🐈🐈

[@juliangines6764]

“Fake build a wall” not the AG shade…..😂😂😂😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

I love AG. 🙏 I just wish we all had the crew 😂

[@juliangines6764]

@@LaughCryDIY oh I love her too! Just wish I had Graham to help me with building things

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[@starveartist]

Bye "mob wife esthetic" HELLO "military wife starch fabric esthetic!"

[@LaughCryDIY]

Haha 100%