OS Home Decorating?

squeaky

Have a browse through this thread:- Shabby Chic; Volume III

All sorts of ideas in there

SailorSam

Sqeaky, that chic link isn.t working.
Or at least not for me, it says it doesn't exist.

zippychick

As this has dropped down the OS board, ive moved it to the in my home board to see if you get some ideas over here

Here's the shabby chic thread link

Zip

Yorkie1

Just one thing about the suggestions to paint: 1. make sure you get the LL's written permission in writing first; 2. be aware he may require you to repaint to the original colour before you leave.

Also be aware that if you don't paint to his 'standards', you may nevertheless find yourself penalised by him for repainting.

MaggieBaking

Having lived in a few rented properties desperate for a real home I understand.

At the time I found Asda had some great nik naks at a good price, like lampshades and vases etc.

To help add a bit of personal touch, I found putting a rug down in the lounge and some cushions helped (both Ikea - great value.)

In the bedrooms, a nice bed set is a good idea, matching a lampshade.

I also replaced a lot of the curtains with our own to make it a bit more 'ours' (Asda, and Ikea)

A couple of new doormats help too.

If you replace anything, make sure you keep the original as the landlord may not want your replacement when you move out.