Comments on: Solutions for Renters: Kitchens

By: Jen@The Decor Scene

Jen@The Decor Scene — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 22:23:41 +0000

OK the Vinyl backsplash is a genius idea. I think I might want to do that in my Pantry or some closet in my house. Thanks for the great idea. :)

By: Bettsi

Bettsi — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 21:37:11 +0000

I slipcovered my rental cupboards with fabric and liquid starch. They were pretty cute, but they didn’t stand a chance against my 15-year old son! Here’s a link to the blog post: http://tenderarts.blogspot.com/2012/01/banishing-bland-for-only-18.html

By: CentsationalGirl

CentsationalGirl — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:55:35 +0000

Oh Jennifer, you made me laugh with that “oops accidentally paint the cabinets” comment…. so glad to read about your changes that make a big difference!

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:54:13 +0000

Because we rent, I have also come up with some of these ideas for making our space look more homey. We have a small galley kitchen, with upper cabinetry that allows only minimal organization; I took off only two doors, and it has instantly made it feel more open! Our cabinets are solid, stained wood, so if you can noticeably see where the hinges were, wipe on some dark furniture polish to blend it in – specifically, I used “Old English Scratch Cover” used for dark woods. Our white dishes and glassware are on display in there. I have thought of a removable backslash before, but that removable tile idea is AMAZING! I have also wanted to cover the cabinets in contact paper too (they are pretty rough looking!), so I am really excited for more of these ideas. I have done other things to make it more manageable in there, organization and simplicity is key, pops of colors are good too :)
Thank you for the Renter’s Posts!!!!!!!! (PS – I was painting a dresser white this past weekend, and as I was in the kitchen, it was SO tempting to “accidently” touch the roller to the cabinet. I was chuckling to myself of the fantasy. “Come on Rental Management, I would be raising your property value here!”)