the BEST hacks + DIYs for your apartment! 🌟 10+ renter-friendly ideas

[@ActuallyAlli]

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[@WhatWouldLadyCarolinaDo]

Yes, please! I want to thank you, for your videos. I love seeing things that people can do in rentals and in their own homes that are not permanent. Especially for someone like myself, that loves to change things up a lot. I will be looking forward to seeing more.

[@datriwilliams9119]

Tool😮

[@tablescissors]

Where is the link to the balcony curtains?

[@lesanimaux4416]

I rent from a corporation in The Netherlands. Taking into account that every aparment I rented had no floors, no ceiling lights (only wires sticking out), no kitchen appliances, walls with layers of wallpaper riddled with holes and so the freedom of choosing the flooring I want, paint the walls in whatever colors I choose... if and when I move I take my own stove, fridge and washing machine, negotiate with the next tenant if they want to buy the floor from me.... I just feel like landlords are much stricter than corporations. I can basically do anything I want. And when I moved into my most recent apartment I got a brand new kitchen counter for free (and I got to choose from like 25 samples) because the old counter was almost falling apart. Living and renting in this country is very different, but it's so cool to see what you do with your space!

[@R.Oates7902]

No floors?

[@lesanimaux4416]

@@R.Oates7902 Nope. In two occasions it was just bare concrete. The previous tenants took the floor with them. I installed my own floor and six years later sold it to the next tenant, so it really depends on the person whether you have flooring or not.

[@pinapple60]

Your very creative in your ideas feeling inspired.

[@Amber-dw9op]

Thank you so much. We're a military family and i struggle with decorating. I promised my girls they could decorate their next room, and this is so helpful

[@sarahdee374]

I know how to install wallpaper. What I'm interested in seeing is if it actually removes without taking paint or chunks of drywall with it. If you've had success in removal, I'd love to see that AND know what brand of wallpaper you used. TX!

[@papoochacoo]

@sarahdee374, she has an update on reversal up!

[@MrRiocairo]

I would also!

[@aislynn001]

Unfortunately, depending on the wall beneath, it could damage it.

[@thearcanamodernau8130]

Wallpaper glue is ruthless with surfaces. It either damages the surface when removing or leaves it all sticky because of the glue and it's a nightmare to clean.

[@amberfrazier575]

Use a hair dryer. If your really worried tack some thin 3mm wood sheets on 4 corners and paper over it.

[@ritagold1034]

I'm a home owner and I would use these hacks.❤

[@vickigonya9432]

Me too!!❤😂

[@kellisklozzet2942]

Same!

[@brigidadebarros1720]

Love it

[@michellewilliams6817]

I’m a home owner as well and love these hacks. Thank you so much 🙏🙏

[@1Missysunshine]

👋🏼 Same

[@judimantos904]

The first thing I would do, before removing all of your “ improvements “ is ask the landlord if you could leave your “improvements “. They certainly enhanced the look of the apartment and it might save you a lot of time not having to remove anything.

[@godschild6694]

As a landlord myself, II would allow you to leave everything as is for the next renter. You have enhanced the property

[@kbolling79]

​@@godschild6694so will you also give her the extra money for rent you will be getting from the new tenant ; due to the last tenant upgrading your property that you as a landlord can afford to do

[@heatherkeenum6833]

​@kbolling79 I used to think that way. Now, I feel that if I created a home, enjoyed the addition as a tenant, and the landlord sees it as enough of a plus to keep it, I have gotten my money's worth. Bless the next person with it.

[@afe4452]

Gee 'Save renters time' huh? Saves the landlord having to do their job of upgrading the house you mean.

[@kbolling79]

@@afe4452 Exactly

[@gogumarshmallow]

the cane lamp over the boob light is so creative! amazing!!

[@mikkiwachtel2870]

For your faux Roman shade, if you don’t like to sew, you can always use stitch witchery tape, available in any craft or sewing store, or even Walmart. This is how I hem everything! You still have to measure and fold over whatever edges you want to finish. The stitch witchery tape gets placed under the folded edge and then you press with a hot iron! Couldn’t be easier. And then you also don’t have any visible stitches.

[@ActuallyAlli]

This is a fantastic idea! That would work maybe even better than sewing!

[@AdventuresinGrace]

What is that fabric called?

[@sarahholland2600]

​@@AdventuresinGraceIt looked like Hessian.

[@Blackmjc]

I am a landlord and moderate a few for rent groups in my area. I've posted articles like this because I know renters want to make their rental their home but still want their deposit back, of course lol I may share this to the groups, if that's OK. Thanks for these ideas.

[@n.d.8276]

We are home owners, but I seriously lack home improvement skills and the tools. I love you hacks. I think even I can do them!

[@mabuhayPinay]

Thanks for sharing your ideas! If I may suggest for the privacy patio curtains, you can forgo the bottom clothesline altogether. Instead, you can use magnets. Simply put small magnets inside the bottom seam of the curtains. The magnets will stick to the metal rail.

[@bizzyb27]

Hi! love your videos! just wondering if you're planning on doing an "undoing" all of these projects when you move out? Just to see how everything comes off

[@ActuallyAlli]

Yes I am! That video will be out very soon!

[@HeronCoyote1234]

I was wondering the same thing. Especially the contact paper.

[@freethebirds3578]

@@HeronCoyote1234 I was wondering about all the holes in the walls. No apartment I've ever lived in allowed that.

[@HeronCoyote1234]

@@freethebirds3578 mine does, up to a nickel in size. Problem here is, the walls are cement (the complex was built for WWII returning troops), so they’re very difficult to hammer in.

[@Ladycrafty6]

Love the light fixture hack! TFS ❤

[@keptthekisses]

This was amazing! Not only did she share great tips but she actually did all these projects that would take some of us so much longer to do on top of making a really well presented and informative video. Thanknyou!

[@iamllux]

Edge banding on the light shade, GENIUS!! I'm totally doing this to my ceiling fan.

[@SaritaPearce]

Great ideas. I've searched a lot of these videos, mostly with the same ideas, over and over again. The beadboard and board and batten are the most original ideas that I've ever seen. Not to forget the overhead light covers over those hideous lights. This is the first time that you've popped up in my searches. I'm already a fan and a new subscriber.

[@cait_m]

They look nice but how do you safely remove the wood you put up? Command strips are meant to be pulled straight down or else they rip the paint off & damage the wall.

[@TeresaFroggy756]

Command strips have caused a lot of damage to my house.

[@eathomelive]

They are velcro strips. So pull the boards off, then remove the command adhesive.

[@vickigonya9432]

This is great for homeowners, too! It makes it east to change if you get tired if a look.❤😂 thank you so much!!

[@G-P-E-N]

Sticking the actually removable items to the tape with the glue gun = GENIUS!

[@marthamcauliffe]

Wow! You have amazing ideas and I just subscribed! The ONLY suggestion I would make is to not only show the project, but step back and show a zoomed out view of what the room looks like after … and stay on it for 3-4 seconds or so. On a few of them you showed a zoomed out of the finished project but for only a quick second. You do such a nice job … would love to take a few more moments to show the final result (or a longer before and after final result).

[@dynogamergurl]

7 ish years ago removable bead board was put up, granted not with command hooks but something similar. The adhesive had been on so long it kidna welded to the wall and damaged it when it came off. Spackle fixed it right up and it wasn’t major but it was annoying. I don’t think the adhesive used in products like command hooks and wallpapers are intend to stay up for years at a time, but they do keep the damages down when renovating.

[@ActuallyAlli]

Definitely not for long-term. But I had some of these up for ~1-2 years and they all came down fine when I moved out. I haven't lived anywhere long enough to try for longer 🙈

[@ooopticnerveee]

The the outlet covers are genius!

[@VampFlirt]

Ive been wanting to do SOMETHING.....ANYTHING....to make my apartment more "homey" & more inviting, but our lease states we cant make a bunch of holes in the walls or do any painting, either. I'd love to do some kind of stenciling on the walls to add some artistic flair...after watching this video, I think I will finally be able to some of that so it wont destroy the walls & then can be easily removed when I can move! Thank you for sharing & youve gained a new subscriber!

[@ActuallyAlli]

Absolutely!! Mine also says nothing more than nail holes in the wall, but honestly, as long as you take the care and effort to remove all the changes and fill the holes with spackle, it is fine. I'm certain that clause is only in there because some people would just move out, leaving all the damage behind.

[@godschild6694]

When I was young and renting an apartment, the landlord said if I painted, I would lose the deposit. I stayed long enough that I didn't care, so I painted and did many things to make the apartment more like home. It was so worth it to me and my family. Yes, I lost the deposit.

[@nhmisnomer]

I'm a frugal homeowner, and I love these tips for me!

[@cynsi7604]

Man, I just wished I had found you 4 yrs ago. I’ve been living with BORING rental stuff & it’s finally got me in a deep deep funk last year. 😒 🙁 And it’s lasted until now. 🥺THANKS FOR ALL THE THINGS YOU DID!!!!! 😍 Happy and can’t wait to try some of these out!!!!! 🩵✌🏻😎

[@dianejenkins6159]

I'm a renter and absolutely loved all of your hacks. You are truly talented. Thank you for the information. I will definitely be doing many of the projects you have done.

[@kimberlyferrier1312]

It would have been helpful to show how to smooth the caulk with a wet finger for people who have never used caulk. You might also tell people to make sure their caulk is paintable if the are going to paint.

[@jennburiedinbooks]

Balcony Curtains?! OMG! I am sooo doing this project. TYSM

[@tania5012]

Love what you did in this video, amazing. Could you film the finished projects for longer, love seeing the before and after difference.

[@katbird5775]

I just pause a video if there's something I want to see for a longer time. Also, you can choose to slow down the speed of each video in the settings at the top of the video by clicking on the gear shape, and then you can see everything better. 😊

[@sunniedee4493]

Awesome hacks Girl!! I own my house but I think I’m going to use your idea for board and batten in my long hallway. Seems like it will be easier to do vs caulk the vertical lines of the wall boards, sand them down and then paint. And i dont know how to rewire the boob lights so adding a basket or my choice of materials will be much easier!

[@debbiefox6846]

These ideas are fantastic! Not to mention much cheaper than the real deal ehich is great because switching thongs up would be a breeze & not break the bank. These are by far the best renter hacks I've seen. I adore the entry way you did! Thanks gor sharing!💕😊

[@justwingingit7802]

Oh my gosh the lighting cover and the faux Roman shades are genius!

[@ActuallyAlli]

It's one of my FAVORITE DIYs. It made such a big difference!

[@jejrstans]

The basket and flush mount light fixture ideas are BRILLIANT! Well, it's ALL brilliant, but those I would do. Thanks for showing these!!!

[@bimirabu]

Oh, you snapped. I’m subscribing. 🤩 EDIT: Someone’s FINALLY showing how to disguise the boob light without completely switching out the light fixture. I love you now 😭😭😭 Best *truly* renter friendly video I’ve seen. 👍❤ 2ND EDIT: And how to hide the blinds 😭😭😭

[@MicrowavedTofu]

I always just take the blinds down and hang my own. Stack the plastic pieces together and secure w a couple rubber bands. Just make sure whatever shows on the outside is white.(My lease said something about that once)

[@charleanastasia5557]

Nothing worse than boobs, staring down at you from the ceiling

[@mysterytrip7110]

Love the basket light!

[@liebesonne_]

Omg hack #4 is great! Also, good to know I can paint over contact paper! I figured I could, but had some doubts

[@AsheleeHaforlabe-oh2qc]

Thank you so much for this. You are such a blessing to me for showing how to paint in an apartment and being able to change it back to it's original state so easily and inexpensively. Thank you so much!

[@dianne8255]

I love the basket over light fixture .Thanks for the tip!love your videos.😊

[@terirachelsims8928]

Your ideas are also great for home-owners as it's much easier to change things that aren't permanent, and it allows owners to easily change things seasonally or maybe from room - to-room. I'm glad I discovered your video - and you have a new subscriber.

[@amkl2025]

You are so talented. Landlords/landladies should pay you to do all these hacks.

[@prairiestorm5045]

What a creative talent you have! Loved all your projects!

[@CraftingMyBestLifewithLisa]

I loved all of these projects Alli! You are so talented! 🥰🤗

[@ActuallyAlli]

Thanks Lisa Marie! I can't believe all of the things I did accomplish in this apartment!

[@louloubellzz]

I loved so many of your ideas. I have dogs that makes sense the walls dirty. That will make them easier to clean. You have also solved my curtains issue. Thank you.

[@Jessica-fy6eu]

I tried finding the removable wall paper. I’ve been looking for the perfect wall paper for my bathroom and I think the one used in this video is exactly what I’ve been seeking

[@jennandstar]

These are fantastic! I'm a long-time renter and never even thought of most of these. Awesome sauce!

[@nurturingnature8641]

Bravo! Is there anything that you can’t do?? You are so impressive. These are fantastic!

[@jennyeagan1840]

For the outlet and lightswitch plate covers, inexpensive to a bit more expensive foam insulation for these can be used for a bit of insulation. Plastic childproof outlet covers can be used. The outiet covers have the oval foam punch outs, which slits can be made and placed over the plastic caps. Great for adding a bit extra insulation. Especially for some outside walls in which when the outlet, light switchplate covers are removed, drafts of air are too cold in the winters. Not a whole house insulation solution, but on the inexpensive, easy to do list of inside insulation projects.

[@dianeanderson8038]

Fabulous ideas! Also clear instructions. Looking forward to seeing future inspirations.❤

[@InLoveWithLove252]

These are all awesome ideas! We live in a condo community in AZ w/limited outdoor space (zero privacy for that outdoor space due to a 2 story unit that "L's" to ours). Due to having that "fish bowl" feeling (combined with so many people using cameras/security cameras) it just hasn't felt like a comfortable place to hang out. Your ideas gave me some ideas & the some.So, hoping to hack your balcony privacy/screen hack in a way to remedy each issue. Thank you for sharing your creativity - what a gift!

[@ca.r1334]

I'm not a renter, but I truly enjoyed this video and all of your creative ideas! Puts me in a mood to renovate my house (I'm sure my husband will thank you for that 😂). Great video, keep them coming! 👍

[@danieldixon4568]

This comment made me laugh out loud lol😂

[@Jaxk06]

I just told my husband about the bead board, I love this idea. We just got our own mobile home so I’m still wanting to change it up. He’s like oh great 😂

[@BAngieB1]

This was a great DIY video. You shared so many awesome ideas. I will certainly be going to buy a basket and make that basket light fixture.

[@ActuallyAlli]

The basket light fixture is seriously so easy but looks so good in the end!

[@alisonchidester1274]

I started watching because I recognized you from cable...you are multitalented and I love your decorating style. Love, Alison C.

[@nadialolly-ej8rl]

You clearly have very advanced skills lol! I’m not convinced this is something just anyone could do!

[@sylviaskinner6849]

I can’t imagine a landlord not wanting you to leave this. It is such an improvement. Great job!

[@SK-ki1te]

Wow!🤩 your ideas are not inexpensive but are SO creative and awesome!

[@Wisdomforthehour]

I enjoyed your channel and videos. I think what could help some of these videos for content creators would be to show more of the end result as this would be convincing and enjoyable to see. ❤😊

[@mehekmohsini6543]

Loved your ideas n skilful hacks, thank u so much for sharing

[@mcomeslast]

I am moving this week! I am looking at some adhesive decorations for the bedroom. Thanks for the tips.

[@Nonameforyoudangit]

I love the light fixture hack! Genius! Absolutely doing this in my new place.

[@caroleanderson1106]

Amazing hacks! You can do these in a home too, not just an apartment. I realize not everyone has a home. Thank you for sharing.

[@cheryl5994]

I DON’T NEED RENTER HACKS BUT I REALLY ENJOYED YOUR VIDEO & MAYBE TRY A FEW THING MYSELF. GREAT JOB THO ALI. ✌🏼😊

[@CMason-yr9ks]

Thanks for sharing your time and talents with me! 1st time watcher, I subscribe. 💜

[@corinnaallenson1176]

I loved every one of these .

[@ny3683syr]

What a crafty, creative little genius you are. Well done.

[@18missmm]

The boarded wall is a real game changer! Thank you for sharing your brilliance!🤗 This was awesome! I had to subscribe cuz I need this kind of genius-osity in my life!!😂❤

[@lindathiel7721]

Love the picture hanging lite over framed artwork.

[@pamelataylor3537]

Everything you’ve done in your unit looks awesome Ally. I always love your videos. You always do such a great job on your diy’s. It’s pretty hard when you are renting to make your home look nice and you do just that. TFS with all of us. Enjoy your week.

[@KekoLynn]

Using removable contact paper as a base for paint is an amazing idea!

[@gingergrant3932]

I love the wall covering. We have an apartment my mom rents this us perfect for covering imperfections.

[@mommygarcia9137]

Wow ! The light fixture cover is sooooo creative ! Love it !

[@annem7806]

Could you line the caned ceiling cylinder w/baking parchment paper to hide the origional fixture?

[@magpie92766]

Of course you could. Or you could use spray adhesive to line it with a pc of sheer material. You can find cheap ones at dollar stores or thrift stores. If you use LED bulbs so it doesn't throw off heat, you could use adhesive frosted privacy film. It might stay up using a regular bulb, but after spending time on the project, better safe than ruining the privacy film.

[@jacolagreene9870]

I own my home and I would definitely try some of these out. You gained a new subscriber. 🎉

[@gottathinkupanewone]

Contact paper also comes in a board and batten pattern, and in a variety of colors.

[@Michelle-y1p]

A couple projects here put holes in the walls ( not renter friendly) the shelves & outside balcony curtain

[@nuthinbutlove]

OMG! I love every one of these hacks, but especially the one where you use the basket to cover the hideous light fixture (I believe most of renters have those and can relate). Thank you so much for sharing. I've subscribed!

[@jaziminemoore9938]

Amazing and so creative! I’m a real estate investor and these are great hacks to add flavor and distinguish my rental properties as well.

[@jessicagriffith]

These are actually amazing hacks/tips! Great job!!!!!

[@GradKat]

These are excellent ideas. I particularly love the board and batten wall - that’s so clever!

[@JennBX1]

Really great ideas. Love the light covers and the vertical blind covers. 👍👍👍

[@chorei1663]

I really liked the blinds idea. After several years at my apartment, mine has started to droop and fall apart just from the gravity. Always had them down. I think your hack would have saved them from getting droopy because I would have had them up and plus it looks so nice with the roman shades.

[@aprilshowers3331]

Thank you so much. This is exactly what I was looking for and it makes me feel so much more hopeful about decorating options in a rental🤗❤️❤️

[@shellyjay8954]

The cane lamp shade is spectacular

[@PinaLazenby]

Love this hacks. I can do this in my apartment. Thanks for sharing!

[@Izdabest]

You’ve done such a great job and improved your apartment tremendously. I think your landlord is kicking their self in the ass because it’s not permanent lol

[@joannawilliams9558]

You make it look so easy. Looks great 👍

[@Elin-Esteem84]

Landlords should do this stuff to make their properties nicer for renters!!

[@kmwrites7456]

What creative ideas! You are a talented young woman.

[@jephakrieg8802]

I'd love to know what your metric for "renter friendly" is, so many of these would totally not fly in most of the places I've rented! haha. Anything that involves drilling into a wall is basically a no-go = (

[@ActuallyAlli]

It's totally dependent on where you live for sure. My first apartment allowed nothing larger than a push pin. But my last two were ok with screws in the wall as long as they're removed and spackled over at move out. But I will keep that in mind for some future projects!

[@asherritz7548]

You can get away with doing it anyway if you're willing to spackle and paint before you move out. I do this all the time

[@MicrowavedTofu]

White toothpaste will fill small holes 😊

[@LittleRockVol]

​@@MicrowavedTofuHaha, we used that in college 40 yrs ago!

[@cuandcre]

I have used stick on items before, and they would not come off, so I am afraid to use anything but command strips. How do you know that paper towel holder isn't going to take the bottom of the cabinet with it when you take it off?

[@AdventuresinGrace]

I saw somewhere that one can use a steamer to loosen stick on items before peeling away to prevent ripping paint

[@girlonaswing9439]

Great ideas. You make me want to learn different types of knot making too.

[@NormaLilia24]

The button and board was genius 👌🏼

[@GRHood]

All look amazing, my only concern or question Is basket you just put on the lamp causes fire or heat.. The lamps/lights are usually hot and that basket looks like touching (2nd ceil light). Is that safe??

[@catestaid5850]

You’re brilliant! What an amazing mind you’ve been blessed with.

[@gwentownsend2095]

You did an amazing job. I'm looking forward to trying some of these hacks in my home.

[@Thegelstudioedit]

Does moisture not get stuck behind the boards on the walls and cause mould?

[@angelicajacobs584]

Nice ideas, my problem is my apartment is from the late 40s early 50s. My walls cept for the bathroom are solid cement so it makes drilling to add curtains hooks really difficult. Command strips help but not always

[@irenes3470]

That light shade is so cute

[@Eliz641]

Inspiring and informative, thank you so much !! You're showing lots of easy to implement tricks and now I am inspired for my place as well ❤

[@JH-hc5dv]

WOW! You are one of the best I've seen lately. Very creative, very educational. A true inspiration...

[@dru2506]

Great ideas!. Man, I wish command strips and reusable wallpaper existed when I was renting.

[@BethJoan]

Contact paper then paint is a game changer!!!