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June 30th, 2011

Have an empty corner in your apartment that draws attention away from the rest of the room because its just soooo…empty? Or have an empty corner that you just want to fill?

Here are a few simple ideas to help fill in the blanks.

Plant Life- Putting a potted plant in a corner will always accent a room, add oxygen and fill the void, but requires work. I found out the hard way that plants can take day to day care almost like a pet. You have to water it, trim it, talk to it….well maybe not talk to it, but you get the idea.

The Random Chair- We’ve all seen it used at one time or the other. Someone places a chair in a corner. Maybe this chair was orphaned from a set or maybe it is an antique, but it always serves as a practical corner filler. You could even put a stool there. Some may think its out of place, but others will choose to have a seat.

Let There Be Light- Setting a tall floor lamp will not only fill the space, but also help add ambiance and lighting to your apartment. This is probably the best way to kill a dull corner and one of the most common. The best part is that it is relatively inexpensive if you are shopping at the right places.

Bookshelves- You could also purchase a corner bookshelf or 3 Tier Corner Metal and Wicker Shelf and place that in the corner to store books, DVD’s, collectables or anything else you’d like to display to your apartment guests.

Know of any good corner filling ideas? Leave them in a comment and let us know! Share, Apartmentite, share!

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Basic Apartment Repair Tips

June 30th, 2011

Admittedly, you’re no Bob Villa. But you’d be surprised how easy basic apartment repairs can be, especially those that are too small to bother your apartment community’s maintenance department about. Besides, odds are good you’ll want to give your apartment a thorough once-over before changing addresses in order to ensure you get your full deposit back. So where to start? With the basics, of course!

Take a look around your apartment and make a list of things that need attention. Have you replaced that long-burned-out light bulb yet? Has your cat scratched some holes in the bedroom doorframe? These are both relatively easy fixes, but can easily get overlooked in the day-to-day hustle of apartment living. Make sure the replacement bulb is the correct wattage to avoid fires, and apply a fresh coat of stain to the doorframe base. Helpful hint – try using a sock to applying the stain, as it will likely help soak into the scratched crevices left by your furry friend.

How are your apartment blinds looking? Plastic blinds have a tendency to break easily, and you’ll be amazed what a difference fresh blinds can make in the overall feel of your home. The price difference between ‘cheap’ and ‘decent’ blind models is usually around , so go for the better version when possible. You’ll thank yourself later.

Give your walls a look – is the paint getting thin? A fresh coat works wonders for not only making your apartment ‘look like new’, but also can transform the overall aesthetic of your home’s style. If you notice any holes in the walls from a previous tenant’s framed photos (or your ill-fated attempt at hanging shelves), odds are good it is an easy and cheap fix. Ask your local hardware store to point you in the right direction for some drywall filler and you’ll be in business in no time flat.

Remember, if a problem seems beyond your grasp or is seriously impeding your day-to-day life, be sure and bring it to your apartment community manager’s attention. But by taking the bull by the horns on smaller projects, you’ll not only save time but will also have the personal satisfaction of a job well-done.  High-five!

 

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