Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Maximising Space In Your Rent Flat

By Alex Paterson

When renting a small flat with limited space the furniture you choose can make your home feel like a tiny dungeon or a spacious palace. The colour, size and functionality of your furniture will determine whether or not it will complement your small rent flat.

It is important to choose the right style of furniture for your small rental flat. The functionality of the furniture is key. When you live in a small space, less is more. Sleek and efficient furniture will prove more useful than large pieces. A large sofa for example is great in a big house but is not a good choice for a very small flat. It will overtake your precious space and you will find there is not much room left over. You may also want to trade in the large dining table for a smaller breakfast table.

One of the easiest ways to save space it to choose furniture that has more than one function. Using a small dresser as a bedside table is a great example this will eliminates the need for an entire piece of furniture. Another great useful piece is a coffee table with drawers underneath, the space under the coffee table is often wasted. And in a small rent al flat there is no room for waste. For very small efficiency flats a futon is a great way to save space. A futon can take the place of both your bed and couch. If a futon is not for you a loft bed will add a great deal of storage or can be placed right over the couch or dresser. Create more storage by using a chest or decorative box as a side table. Get creative and you will find that most of your furniture can have multiple uses.

Choosing a colour for your small rent flat is can add the feeling of space. If your landlord will allow you to paint the walls you definitely should. If not find a tapestry or screen that you used to add some colour to the walls.

Neutral and pale colours are great choices to create the feeling of more space. Dark colours should be avoided because they will make the room feel smaller. If you love dark colours use those with your accessories but avoid putting them on the walls. If you enjoy patterns use vertical stripe to create the appearance of high ceilings or pick wallpaper with a simple design.

So it is easy to see that choosing the right furniture and colours is never as important as when you are decorating a small rent flat. Mixing in a bit of your personal style with these guidelines will allow you to create a space you will be happy to come home to each day. And that is what we are all looking for in our home, a place to be happy and relaxed.

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