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Renter-Friendly Ways to Cover Ugly Walls

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You cannot paint most rentals, but you do not have to stare at dated tile or scuffed walls either. Today's removable products cover a lot of sins and peel off cleanly when you move. Here are the renter-friendly ways to transform a wall.

Peel-and-stick wallpaper

Removable wallpaper covers a whole accent wall with pattern or texture and lifts off without residue on smooth, cured surfaces. Test a small patch first to confirm your walls cooperate.

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Removable backsplash tiles

For kitchens and bathrooms, peel-and-stick backsplash tiles hide dated surfaces and heat off cleanly with a hair dryer when you leave.

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Hide it behind a screen

When a wall cannot be covered, distract from it. A freestanding divider or decorative screen draws the eye and adds function with zero wall contact.