{"id":10101,"date":"2019-10-11T11:40:50","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T03:40:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/?p=10101"},"modified":"2023-01-25T13:42:12","modified_gmt":"2023-01-25T05:42:12","slug":"condo-photo-wall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/blog\/condo-photo-wall\/","title":{"rendered":"No nails attached: Installing a Photo Wall in Your Rented Condo Unit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be able to live on your own is such a great achievement in the world of adulting. You get to do things on your own, make your own rules, and practice the independence you\u2019ve been longing for so long.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But independence doesn\u2019t necessarily equate to complete freedom, especially when you\u2019re renting a condominium unit or apartment. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/blog\/condo-amenity-rules-ensure-excellent-condo-living\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Condo owners set rules and regulations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like alterations, guest limitations, among others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10104\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hang-pictures-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"hang pictures\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" \/><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/two-person-in-near-a-photo-collage-in-a-room-2559741\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Markus Spiske<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of them are particularly strict when it comes to interior design. Technically, you\u2019re not allowed to customize the room, especially if you\u2019ll be making slight damages in the structure, like drilling holes in the wall to hang a picture frame.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re the type who likes to hang photo frames, renting an apartment with such limitations must be such a struggle. But don\u2019t fret, here is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/blog\/landlord-friendly-tips-designs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">landlord-friendly hack<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can use! You can now hang your picture frame without having to nail it on the wall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t let the rules and regulations of <a href=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/blog\/common-misconception-condo-living\/\">condo living<\/a> limit your creativity and imagination. If you want your own photo wall, let\u2019s make it happen! Here\u2019s how you can do it:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Pick your photos<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10106\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pick-photos-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"pick photos\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" \/><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/old-photos-in-the-wooden-box-5842\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kaboompics.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space in a rented apartment is limited, especially when you\u2019re sharing it with someone. So, your creative space would be limited as well. It\u2019s going to be very hard for you, but you would need to pick the photos you want on your photo wall the most. Don\u2019t rush yourself into choosing: creativity takes time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As soon as you\u2019re done choosing, you can have them printed. It\u2019s entirely your decision on how big or small the photos would be. But remember to consider the space you\u2019re planning to use as your photo wall.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re having a hard time picking just a few photos, consider the following options:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Print the photos in smaller sizes to maximize space\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider creating a \u201cschedule\u201d for your photo wall so you can see all the photos you want.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>2. Pick a lightweight picture frame<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10105\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pick-lightweight-picture-frame-1024x737.jpg\" alt=\"pick lightweight picture frame\" width=\"1024\" height=\"737\" \/><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/brown-wooden-rectangular-photo-frame-187023\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burak K<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not having to hang photo frames with nails has a higher chance of them falling from the wall. We don\u2019t want that to happen. A good preventive measure here is to pick lightweight frames for your photo wall. There are many photo frames you can choose from department stores and online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we\u2019re in a discussion, choose a photo frame that fits the current aesthetic of your room or space. That way, the space gives off an easy flow and feeling.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. It\u2019s framing time\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your taste and style, you can buy different sizes of frames, or you can stick to just one size to satisfy your eye for organization. It\u2019s really up to you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you have your materials ready, it\u2019s time to place your photos inside the frame! You don\u2019t really need to follow the 1:1 ratio, you can add as many photos you want in a single photo frame as long as it fits your aesthetic and it won\u2019t look too crowded. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Draw your wall layout<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10102\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/draw-wall-layout-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"draw wall layout\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/art-background-decoration-light-354939\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u9694\u58c1\u5149\u5934\u8001\u738b WangMing&#8217;Photo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that your photos are framed, it\u2019s time to picture how it should look like on your wall. Go grab some old newspapers and cut them out according to the size of your frames. From here, you can do a \u201ctest run\u201d on your unit wall and tape the newspaper there for you to get a visual of how your wall would look like.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Time to \u201chang\u201d them on the wall<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10103\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hang-photos-wall-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"hang photos wall\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/photo-of-assorted-letter-board-quote-hanged-on-wall-1742370\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mikechie Esparagoza<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, we\u2019re not using nails to hang your photos on the wall. Now you might be thinking, how on earth are you going to do that. You\u2019d be surprised at the number of innovations made today. Here are some tools you can use to hang your photos on the wall without using nails:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><b>A. Hanging strips\u00a0<\/b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hanging strips is one of the best ways to hang photo frames without the use of nails. Each hanging string corresponds to a certain weight, meaning you would need to know the weight of your frame to know how many strips to install.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In installing hanging strips, make sure to remove any element (hanging hardware, screws, fasteners, etc)\u00a0 on the back of the fame. Hanging strips must be installed on an even surface to make the photo even. Make sure that the back of the frame is clean so that the adhesive of the strips will stick.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And when placing the frame on the wall, press it for 30 seconds and leave it for an hour to dry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><b>B. Adhesive hooks or nails\u00a0<\/b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adhesive hooks or nails are<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/blog\/tools-condo-dwellers-need\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> essential tools for a condo dweller,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> especially when renting an apartment. Much like the hanging strips, the surface where the hooks or nails will be installed must be clean. After placing the adhesive on the wall, press against the wall for 30 seconds and wait an hour for it to dry before hanging up your pictures. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><b>C. Reusable Adhesive Tapes<\/b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10108\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reusable-adhesive-tapes-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"reusable adhesive tapes\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" \/><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/art-art-materials-arts-and-crafts-blur-265015\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pixabay<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using reusable adhesives would be better if your photos are loose and not in a frame. These adhesives can only hold up objects that are no more than a pound. However, with a reusable adhesive, you can easily mount the photos to your wall by simply pressing the photos against it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The three materials mentioned above are available in a local department store, hardware store, or online shops.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not a fan of picture frames at all but you still want a photo wall in your apartment, here are some other options\u00a0 you can consider\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Option 1: Create a picture clothesline<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10107\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/picture-clothesline-1024x647.jpg\" alt=\"picture clothesline\" width=\"1024\" height=\"647\" \/><em>Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/aV5xrpB0bwQ\" rel=\"nofollow\">Soragrit Wongsa<\/a> on Unsplash<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This method would be better if you use wallet size photos or no larger than a B7 paper. Hang your sturdy string on the wall either by taping them or tying it over adhesive hooks you can easily install on your own. After this, you can now hang pictures with wooden clips.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>DIY TIP:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Instead of using a string, you can use single-colored string lights to hang your photos with. You\u2019d be surprised at how pretty it would look especially at night while you\u2019re watching your favorite show on Netflix.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Option 2: Tape your polaroids on the wall (using safe tape)<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10109\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tape-polaroids-wall-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"tape polaroids wall\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><em>Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/Ay6a4UDVJUY\" rel=\"nofollow\">Juliana Malta<\/a> on Unsplash<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a huge fan of polaroids, then this method may actually steal your heart. The great thing about polaroid photos is that they carry an aesthetic that can fit anywhere, even on walls,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a safe kind of tape\u2015one that doesn\u2019t tamper with the paint\u2015you can stick your photos directly to the wall, no picture frame needed! Printed photos can also be used for this method! You can go from a small wallet size photo to a B6.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>DIY TIP:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For a more personal touch, you can add support to the adhesive tapes by taping washi tapes on top of the photos to make it look like they were literally taped to the wall.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Option 3: Make use of office clips<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10110\" src=\"https:\/\/leasing.dmcihomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/use-office-clips-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"use office clips\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" \/><em>Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/heEPoapeiVk\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jason Briscoe<\/a> of Unsplash<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using those huge silver clips you can find in your office and a few hanging strips, you can stick them on your wall and clip your photos! With this method, you can use bigger photo sizes because these clips are more durable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It would be easier to switch photos as well because they\u2019re just clipped on! No more hassle of removing photos from their picture frames to replace them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalizing your rented apartment with a photo wall doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019ll be boring holes in the wall and pissing alarming your landlord. Let your imagination and creativity flow free with the hacks we have shared above!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To be able to live on your own is such a great achievement in the world of adulting. 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