Rental Friendly Lighting Styles

Renting a home or apartment comes with a unique set of challenges in regard to personalization and decor. It can be difficult to make your space feel like home while still ensuring you don’t make permanent or costly modifications. One of the most impactful ways to make your rented space feel like home is through thoughtful lighting choices. Here we’ll explore the best rental friendly lighting styles that don’t require permanent installation or wall damage, but are still stylish and easy to install.

Table Lamps: Compact and Stylish

Table lamps are perfect for adding task lighting to your rental home. Their compact size works well for bedside tables, desks, and living room side tables. Our selection of over 1,300 table lamps are available in countless styles, sizes, and colors. You’re sure to find a table lamp style that complements your existing decor.

Table Lamp Tips:

• Choose a table lamp with a dimmer switch for adjustable lighting.
• Make a statement with a whimsical or bold table lamp style. 
• Pair matching table lamps on either side of your bed or sofa for a balanced look.

Floor Lamps: Versatile and Mobile

Floor lamps are an excellent choice for renters because they require no installation and offer ample light. They can be easily moved around so you can change the lighting layout of your room as needed. With over 500 styles of floor lamps to choose from sleek modern designs to vintage-inspired lamps, our large selection makes it easy to find a floor lamp that will brighten your room and match your home decor style. 

Floor Lamp Lighting Tips:

• Place a floor lamp in a dark corner to brighten up the space.
• Use a floor lamp with multiple bulbs or adjustable arms to direct light to exactly where you need it most.

LED Light Strips: Modern and Customizable

LED light strips are incredibly versatile and easy to install. By using removable adhesive strips on the back, you can stick them under cabinets, along shelves, or behind your TV. They are perfect for adding accent lighting without drilling holes.

LED Light Strip Tips:

• Place light strips behind your TV or computer monitor to reduce eye strain.
• Use LED light strips under kitchen or bathroom cabinets for added countertop illumination.

Wall Sconces: Classic and Customizable

Wall sconces with plugs are a revolutionary lighting choice for renters and homeowners alike. They offer a stylish and convenient lighting solution that doesn't require drilling or wall damage. By using removable adhesive strips, you can easily install the wall sconce to virtually any smooth wall and plug the wall sconce into the nearest electrical outlet without the commitment of a permanent fixture. Wall sconces with plugs offer a quick, hassle-free way to achieve a designer look and can be easily repositioned or removed without leaving a trace, making them an ideal choice for renter friendly lighting.

Wall Sconce with Plugs Tips:

• If possible, place the wall sconce with plugs above, or close to, an existing electrical outlet.
• Use wall sconces with plugs in hallways or on either side of your bed for styled illumination. 

Lighting is an essential aspect of decor for every home, including rental homes. Thankfully renters today have plenty of stylish, easy-to-install options that are both budget friendly and won't damage the walls. Regardless of your lighting preference, Homzi has the perfect lighting solution for your rented home space. Browse our collection of renter-friendly lighting today to find the perfect lights for your home, and transform your rented space into a well-lit home!