We all want to personalise our space with a few colourful artworks, and just because you’re renting doesn’t mean you should miss out.
Artwork on the walls can provide the focal point for your room and really bring everything together. Here are a few tips for hanging art – and you’ll still get your bond back. Whether you’re a seasoned renter or a first-time tenant, these tips will help you decorate your space without damaging the walls or losing your security deposit.
Tip 1: Use picture-hanging strips and hooks
Picture-hanging strips and hooks with sticky backs are a renter’s best friend. They come in lots of different sizes and can accommodate different weights. Just peel them off on moving day. This is a simple and effective way to hang your artwork without damaging the walls. As seen in the image,
Picture-hanging strips make for the ideal friend when renting if you love your art! Picture: Erinna Giblin
, using picture-hanging strips can add a touch of personality to your room.
Tip 2: Use string or wire to hang art
Stretch a piece of wire or string from one point to another and use it to display postcards, paper artwork or photos. Use mini pegs or paper clips to attach the items to the wire. This is a great way to add a personal touch to your room without making any permanent changes. For example, 
Light-weight artworks or installations can be hung using string or wire. Picture: Erinna Giblin
, you can hang a collection of postcards or photos to create a unique piece of art.
Tip 3: Lean artwork up against the wall
This gives a casual vibe to the room and you can easily change the artwork around when you want to refresh the decor. Leaning artwork is a great way to make use of extra wall space, as seen in
Leaning artwork is a great way to make use of extra wall space. Picture: Erinna Giblin
. This method also allows you to move the artwork around easily, so you can experiment with different layouts and styles.
Tip 4: Use Japanese washi tape
Hang posters or lightweight artworks on your walls using Blu Tack or Japanese washi tape. These both peel off easily without leaving holes in the walls or tearing the paint. As shown in
Japanese washi tape peels off easily making it the perfect partner for an artwork in a rental property. Picture: Erinna Giblin
, Japanese washi tape is a great alternative to traditional hanging methods.
This is an edited extract from Keeping House by Emma Blomfield, published by Hardie Grant Books, $29.99, and is available in stores nationally.
Keeping House by Emma Blomfield, published by Hardie Grant Books, $29.99. Picture: Juliet Sulejmani / The Juliet Project 2019
This article was originally published on 13 Sep 2019 at 10:08am but has been regularly updated to keep the information current.
In conclusion, decorating a rental property doesn’t have to be daunting. With these tips, you can hang your artwork and personalise your space without damaging the walls or losing your security deposit. Whether you’re using picture-hanging strips, string, leaning artwork, or Japanese washi tape, there’s a method to suit every style and budget. So go ahead, get creative, and make your
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