Decorating Your Rental This Holiday
Nov 23, 2023
A Tenants Guide To Holiday Decorating
The holidays are approaching and many families are excited to decorate their homes with holiday cheer. Just because you don’t own your home, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be able to get into the holiday decorating spirit! Tenants, keep in mind the following tips when decorating your rental this year.
Check With Your Landlord
Tenants should carefully review their Rental Agreement to understand any restrictions on holiday decorating. If your Rental Agreement does not cover decorations or is unclear, it is a good idea to contact your landlord or property manager before installation to make sure you are complying to the lease. Many landlords have restrictions to the size, location, and length of time decorations are permitted.
Use Non-Damaging Adhesive
Put away the nails and opt for non-damaging hanging tools for your front door wreaths, stockings, and lights! There are plenty of options available such as command strips and adhesive tape. Once the holidays are over, you can easily remove the adhesive without causing damage to your walls......or security deposit.
Window Clings
Window clings are a fun way to add exterior decorations without causing any damage or taking up space. The decorations are easily removeable and will not cause any scratching to the window glass. The best part, they are reusable!
Candle Substitutes
We all love a great holiday scented candle. Unfortunately, candles pose a large fire hazard and are not recommended in rentals. An alternative option to incorporate holiday scents are incense diffusers, plug-ins, or air freshener. If you are looking to add ambiance to your holiday décor, consider battery operated candles.
Keep Common Areas Clear
Restrict your holiday decorations to your doorstep. Consider decorations like a holiday front door mat and hanging wreath. Even when decorating your doorstep, make sure that the walking path is kept clear and decorations will not cause a tripping hazard.
Landlords, allowing tenants to decorate makes their rental feel more like home.
Permitting holiday decorations within reason make for happy tenants, and happy tenants are the best kind of tenants!
California Oaks Property Management
