Ever stared at your drab rental walls and wished you could jazz them up without facing your landlord’s wrath? Enter the game-changing hack that is perfect for apartment aficionados and dorm dwellers alike, courtesy of the DIY queen of TikTok herself, Tina Le Mac . Known for her genius home design ideas, Tina is in the process of decorating her own apartment and she's here to save us all from boring walls. Spoiler alert—it doesn’t involve any wallpaper. Yes, you read that right.
This isn't just another wallpaper hack. No, Tina's got us using our favorite fabrics and some good old liquid starch to transform our spaces. Imagine taking that fabulous print you’ve been eyeing in the fabric store and turning it into wall art - no having to tape off your floor or ceiling.
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Tina decided to test this hack on a pair of gray doors first. Why? Because jumping into covering an entire wall might feel like climbing Everest without training. Starting small is less intimidating and makes you appreciate the magic without overwhelming yourself. She grabbed some fabric rolls big enough to cover the doors without needing to cut them down. If you're planning to tackle a large wall, just make sure you have enough fabric to cover the whole space.
Here’s where the fun begins. Grab a roller or paintbrush and slather on a layer of liquid starch over the entire surface you’re about to cover. Wait a few minutes for it to get tacky. Think of it like letting glue dry a bit before sticking things together.
Now, spread out your fabric over the tacky surface. Pull and tug to smooth out any wrinkles—nobody wants a lumpy wall. Once the fabric is snugly in place, give it another layer of liquid starch on top, just to seal everything in.
This is where you channel your inner perfectionist. Use a credit card or any hard, sharp edge to press down and get those corners tight. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later. Finally, trim off the excess fabric and tuck the edges around the door. Pay special attention to areas like door knobs—cut around them neatly and make sure there are no stray threads.
And there you have it! A super-easy, renter-friendly way to bring some personality to your living space without the commitment of traditional wallpaper , much less paint. Whether you’re decorating a door or an entire wall, this hack is sure to make your place stand out. Plus, when it’s time to move, just peel it off and you're done—no damage, no problem. Your landlord will never know.
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