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Ideal Home
Ideal Home
Jullia Joson

4 ways to put up shelves in a rented home without drilling or using nails – so you don't lose your deposit

Wooden shelf against white wall with decorative items furnished on top, gold pendant wall light hanging above.

Shelves are a go-to solution for those wanting to maximise storage in even the smallest of spaces. However, if you're a renter looking to incorporate this nifty storage in your home, then knowing how to put up non-permanent shelves is critical for your deposit's sake.

Although many restrictions often come with decorating a rented home, rest assured that it is possible – it just takes a little bit more creativity is all. Similar to decorating rental walls, the trick to putting up shelves in a rented property simply lies in opting for temporary solutions that can be easily reversed upon the end of your tenancy, steering clear of nails and drilling holes where possible.

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