6 Go-To Rental Hacks Pros Always Recommend Using

If you've ever wondered how professional interior designers tackle rental homes—whether designing their own space or working on a client project—we're here to provide you with the inside scoop.

The experts are full of creative hacks for ways to make a temporary apartment shine and feel a bit more personalized, even if you don't have much money to spend on a makeover. Once you've taken the time to make these changes, you're going to want to renew your lease for years on end—your space will feel so much more custom and sophisticated than when you first moved in.

Below, designers chime in with six different easy, impactful renter hacks that they've sworn by over the years and promise will make a world of difference in your home, no matter your specific interior style.

If the kitchen or bathroom hardware in your rental just doesn't speak to you, that's more than okay—you can easily make your own mark on your apartment without spending much to resolve this issue.

«The beauty of this hack lies in its affordability and accessibility—all you need is a trusty screwdriver and the hardware of your choosing,» Danielle Chiprut, the founder of Danielle Rose Design Co, says.

Whether you shop for new hardware on Amazon or at Anthropologie, there are many different, beautiful styles that cater to a wide range of aesthetics and price points.

«It's a small investment with a big return, allowing you to tailor your space to your taste without breaking the bank,» Chiprut says.

Design by Danielle Rose Design Co / Photo by Raquel Langworthy 

As noted above, many renters will update their kitchen cabinets by swapping out hardware and drawer pulls with choices that better reflect their personal aesthetic, but perhaps you're looking to take