{"id":192124,"date":"2019-05-05T08:00:28","date_gmt":"2019-05-05T12:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/?p=192124"},"modified":"2019-05-10T13:14:27","modified_gmt":"2019-05-10T17:14:27","slug":"13-affordable-upgrades-rental-kitchen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/design\/13-affordable-upgrades-rental-kitchen","title":{"rendered":"13 affordable upgrades that will drastically improve your rental kitchen"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Landlords make\u00a0some questionable design decisions. Let’s remedy that!<\/p>\n

1. Cover ugly flooring with vinyl decals that offer the look of ceramic tile without the hefty price tag.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0myorganisedbubble\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

2. Transform unsightly laminate countertops\u00a0using water-resistant marble contact paper.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0ellenorsworld\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Love the look of open shelving? Create your own by removing cabinet doors.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0madisonn_k\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n

4. Add color and pattern to\u00a0a breakfast bar\u00a0by hanging a tapestry or removable wallpaper.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0saratoufali\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

5.\u00a0Swap out basic hardware\u00a0for something with a little more bling.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0daily_disco\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

6.\u00a0Throw down a vintage runner to amp up the visual interest of an all-white kitchen.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0college_housewife\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

7.\u00a0Liven up a boring backsplash with\u00a0peel and stick removable vinyl tiles.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0spencer.monk\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

8.\u00a0Update 90s honey oak cabinetry with a few cans of paint (with your landlord’s permission, of course).<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0habitattle\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

9.\u00a0Replace a dated light fixture with something that’s more your style.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0hausmatter\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

10.\u00a0No paint allowed? Inject color into the space through accessories, small appliances and greenery.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0therentalspace\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

11. Fill a big blank wall with framed art \u2014 just make sure it’s easy to wipe clean if spaghetti sauce splatters.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0sprigofivyblog\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

12. Turn pantry staples into decor by storing them in pretty containers from the dollar store.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0curatedcozy\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

13. And finally, stick removable wallpaper to the inside of your cabinets for an unexpected pop of color.<\/h2>\n

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Photo:\u00a0a.jacqofalltrades\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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