10 ways to cover up ugly rental features, plus chic runner rugs

9 chic runner rugs to spruce up a narrow space instantly | How do you prefer to support small businesses and independent sellers? | 6 floral decor buys to get your apartment ready for spring Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( February 23, 2023 CONNECT WITH REAL HOMES  [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [Real Homes]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE](  [] Design Ideas [] [9 chic runner rugs to spruce up a narrow space instantly]( (Rugs Direct) [9 chic runner rugs to spruce up a narrow space instantly]( If you’re not quite sure whether you're into Scandi chic or mid-century modern, we've rolled up what we consider to be the most stylish runner rugs on the market today ⁠— from entryway rugs to options that are perfect for tiny bedrooms. [Run(ner), don't walk]( [] POLL QUESTION: How do you prefer to support small businesses and independent sellers? [Vote]( [I look out for the small business sign on Amazon]( [Vote]( [Etsy has lots of talented creatives]( [Vote]( [I bid for a bargain on eBay]( [Vote]( [I prefer to thrift at a charity shop]( [Vote]( [I upcycle using Facebook Marketplace]( [] [6 floral decor buys to get your apartment ready for spring]( (epicwall at Etsy) [6 floral decor buys to get your apartment ready for spring]( Though no one is shocked that flowers are returning this year, we have to admit that the floral print decor we've been spotting in 2023 is the cutest we've seen in a long time. [In full bloom]( Get 2 free tickets to the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show, worth £36* Make direct savings with 400 exhibitors at the show, which you won't see on the high street. Take a seat in our seminars and masterclasses to find out how to properly fund your project and have a one-on-one chat with our experts for free advice and money saving tips. Save money on your bills and reduce your carbon footprint with our free advice. [Get tickets.]( ADVERTISEMENT [] DIY [] [10 ways to cover up ugly rental features]( (@rohouseproud) [10 ways to cover up ugly rental features]( Having recently reworked her pocket-sized rental into a super cute sanctuary, our stylist is here to offer affordable and security deposit-friendly buys to cover unsightly rental features. From comforting designs to pretty details that distract from horrible carpeting, these picks will help you out. [Rental revival]( [] Editor's Pick [] [This queer- and woman-owned brand is changing the game for icky rental lighting]( (Poplight) [This queer- and woman-owned brand is changing the game for icky rental lighting]( Rose Fierman and Caroline Matthes are the brilliant minds behind Poplight, a wall-mounted light fixture that's just as stylish as the rest but doesn't require any stressful ventures into your walls or wiring. [A bright idea]( [] [9 pet interior buys that are just as cute as they are]( (Etsy) [9 pet interior buys that are just as cute as they are]( Pet beds and furniture don't need to be boring — they can actually be both adorable and practical. The great thing about these is that they’ll complement your interior rather than fade into the background. With pets being an integral part of our lives, we want them to feel part of the space we live in. ["Pawfect" picks]( [] Cleaning [] [How to clean a dorm room quickly]( (Getty images) [How to clean a dorm room quickly]( Cleaning a dorm room can be challenging. After all, small spaces tend to pick up dirt, dust, and grime far more easily than larger ones. As a university student, life also gets super busy and it takes a surprisingly long time to fully clean a small bedroom — no matter how tiny. [Hey, roomie](   [Sign Up]( | [Update Profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Cookies Policy]( | [Terms and Conditions]( CONTACT US: [FEEDBACK](mailto:realhomes@smartbrief.com) | [ADVERTISE]( © Future Publishing Limited. Reg No. 2008885 England. Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA.