How to decorate a rented flat

Thought you couldn't turn your rental house into a charming place to live? Think again

Want to add flair without losing your deposit? Look no further…

These accounts prove renting needn't mean bland walls and beige vertical blinds

Renting nowadays is something of a minefield. Even if you find somewhere affordable that you like, there can be endless hurdles, unforeseen costs and challenges which you need to get through before actually moving in. Here are all of the tips and tricks from the House & Garden team to make sure the process is as easy as possible.

Over a fifth of us rent and the number of parents in their 30s and 40s who are still unable to buy a family home is sky rocketing. But you can and should still decorate, says Katherine Ormerod. Because our homes are our sanctuaries, and they’re also the base from which we foster our mental health. 

Stylist Alexander Breeze lives in a purpose-built Edwardian flat in south-west London. 'With a little creativity - and an understanding landlady - you may be surprised by what you can achieve, and on a budget,' he says.

In part four of our series on how to decorate a rented flat on a budget (previously we tackled the living room, bedroom and hallway), stylist Alexander Breeze now turns his attention to the dining room.

Interiors stylist Alexander Breeze gives a masterclass in putting a personal stamp on a rental property - whatever your budget.

How to decorate the bedroom of a rented flat. Interiors stylist Alexander Breeze gives a masterclass in putting a personal stamp on a rental property - whatever your budget.