{"id":4094,"date":"2015-03-10T17:11:50","date_gmt":"2015-03-10T17:11:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.benhams.com\/news\/?p=4094"},"modified":"2022-12-09T09:01:20","modified_gmt":"2022-12-09T09:01:20","slug":"affordable-art","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.benhams.com\/news\/renting\/affordable-art\/","title":{"rendered":"Sprucing up your home with affordable art"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a London tenant renting a furnished property, you will often have the basics covered; typically a sofa, bed, dining table and a couple of storage units usually come as standard. It\u2019s great to have these items already in the property you\u2019re renting, but the chances are, you will want to make it as homely as possible without breaking the bank whilst doing so. In this blog, we look to how to add the personal touch to your rental property.
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\u201cWisteria and Barn Swallow\u201d by Joanna Charlotte. Oil and gold leaf on canvas. 100 x 70cm. \u00a33,000 at FOUR-WALLS Contemporary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Understand what you can and cannot change<\/h2>\n

Of course, before you get too excited about completely redecorating your living space, it\u2019s important to understand what you can and cannot do to the interior of your property. The best place to look for this information is your tenancy agreement and rental contract which will outline what is allowed. Understandably most landlords limit what can be done in their property to avoid any damages so using items such as blu tack and sellotape should always be avoided as they can leave marks on the wall or tear the wallpaper. If you would like to hang art or photo frames on your walls, make sure to use commercial hooks as long as they don\u2019t result in permanent damage. You will be liable for any damage caused to the property and could face the issue of losing your deposit. Most landlords are reasonable and want to accommodate tenants, so as long as you\u2019re sensible, there shouldn\u2019t be any issues. Our property managers can advise further on what\u2019s included in your tenancy agreement.<\/p>\n

What to buy?<\/h2>\n

Now that you know what you can and can\u2019t do regarding wall furnishings, the next question is: where to get the art from and what\u2019s the budget? An excellent place to start is at the Affordable Art Fair in Battersea. Running from the 12th<\/sup> of March to the 15th, the event is an excellent way to discover interesting and stylish art pieces to personalise your home. There are over 100 galleries with 1,100 different artists on show, displaying their unique artworks, with pieces starting from as little as \u00a3100 rising to \u00a35,000. The best part about the art fair (other than the relatively cheap prices) is that you don\u2019t need to be an expert to spot a good piece. The event prides itself on having so many different styles and collections; it\u2019s all about what matches your personal taste. Picking up something from The Affordable Art Fair can add a touch of class to your home that separates the style from the usual identikit collections that you often find in most rental properties.<\/p>\n

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\u201cFemme Fatale\u201d by Hugh Turvey. Xogram photograph on dibond. 90 x 70cm. Edition of 50. \u00a3850 at London Contemporary Art<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Art on a budget<\/h2>\n

Finding art that\u2019s not too expensive can be a good solution for tenants who are staying in London on secondment. You may only be renting your property for a year or less but still want to give it a homely feel without spending too much money. If you\u2019re going to spend the next four or five years moving around, you may not wish to transport a large number of pieces that you accumulate over time. By purchasing something that\u2019s not too expensive, you can give your home some individual style, without being too concerned if you decide to leave it in the property for new tenants to admire when you depart.<\/p>\n

Complementary styles<\/h2>\n

Buying art is an emotionally-led activity and different personalities suit different genres. If you have a property in the City you may want to find something modern and chic that matches the contemporary buildings you often find in the area. Alternatively, if you\u2019re living in the leafy area of Hampstead village, you may prefer to go for something more classic, fitting in with the country-style vibe. Whatever style you choose, make sure it\u2019s something you admire every day! As William Morris once said \u201cHave nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.\u201d We wholeheartedly agree.<\/p>\n

The Affordable Art Fair takes place at Battersea Park between 12th<\/sup> and 15th<\/sup> of March, with tickets prices starting at \u00a310. If you happen to be looking for a new rental property in Battersea or nearby, contact our Imperial Wharf branch or check out our available property listing here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a London tenant renting a furnished property, you will often have the basics covered; typically a sofa, bed, dining table and a couple of storage units usually come as standard. It\u2019s great to have these items already in the property you\u2019re renting, but the chances are, you will want to make it as … <\/p>\n

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