THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2007
APARTMENT GUIDE 417
tors usually arrive in the morning to claim garbage, and diving at the aforementioned times will allow a few hours to salvage any big valuables.
Thrift and vintage stores are places where students can often find deals on home goods, too. However, shoppers should make sure they're paying fair prices.
"Some vintage stores jack up the prices on items and college students are often unaware that they are actually losing money," said Brian Fieldman, who works at D & R Salvage in Kansas City, Mo.
To be safe, it is important to set a limit of how much money will be spent on any given item.
Even if someone has sofas, tables, and lamps, a
room may still look a little lifeless. Kansas City Home and Gardens magazine predicted natural accessories and decorating to be in for 2007. This is a great style for students on a budget, because it involves using things found in nature to spruce up a room.
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Paint also gives students the chance to add diversity to a house or apartment. For those who cannot afford buckets of paint or are not the most talented with a brush, try choosing an accent wall. Simply choose one wall, or even the ceiling or floor, and paint it a bright, different color than the other
Spend a day outside to find articles that can add an extra feel of home to a particular room. Anything from pinecones to earthy-colored rocks will appeal to the eye when paired with a neutral bowl. And for those who will remember to take care of it, think about buying a plant. An attractive leafy green is sure to add a little something
Just because a college student can't spend hundreds of dollars on decorating a new home does not mean he cannot create a fashionable living space.
walls. If painting large surfaces seems too difficult, consider painting a wooden table or chair an accent color instead. Many experts, including Martha Stewart and Home and Garden magazine, have advocated this technique.
Just because a college student can't spend hundreds of dollars on
decorating a new home does not mean he or she cannot create a fashionable living space. Using a sharp eye and following these tips will ensure that a home is affordable.
With the right techniques and a little extra effort, it is possible to turn a simple apartment into a trendy hot spot where friends can gather.
- Edited by Ashley Thompson
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