Uploaded May 2024 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago
My apartment patio had a big problem... it lacked privacy from the neighboring apartment. That was preventing me from even wanting to use the patio at all. So, I built this really easy DIY privacy wall in a weekend. In this video I share how you can make one too, and how it's also 100% renter-friendly! ✨
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POWER TOOLS I USE: amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/1TOLF7HFO2PJM
MY FAVORITE DIY TOOLS (mini miter saw, hand tools, etc.): amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/1F58NSBSCM91B
L E T ' S B E F R I E N D S !
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A B O U T :
Hi I'm Alli. I'm a 20-something just trying to balance a full-time job with with full-time creative life. I love everything about DIY and home decor, especially finding affordable ways to make high-end looking decor (that's renter-friendly too). So join me here as I help you craft your dream life! ✨
FILMING GEAR I USE (camera, tripod, lights, microphone) * : amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/2LMZ21K54AAME
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My apartment patio had a big problem... it lacked privacy from the neighboring apartment. That was preventing me from even wanting to use the patio at all. So, I built this really easy DIY privacy wall in a weekend. In this video I share how you can make one too, and how it's also 100% renter-friendly! ✨
Click here to SUBSCRIBE: youtube.com/c/ActuallyAlli?sub_confirmation=1
L I N K S :
MY FAVORITE RENTER-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS: amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/3EQY5F02ZPF10?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d
POWER TOOLS I USE: amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/1TOLF7HFO2PJM
MY FAVORITE DIY TOOLS (mini miter saw, hand tools, etc.): amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/1F58NSBSCM91B
L E T ' S B E F R I E N D S !
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/actuallyallidiy
PINTEREST: pinterest.com/actuallyalli
WEBSITE: actuallyalli.com
A B O U T :
Hi I'm Alli. I'm a 20-something just trying to balance a full-time job with with full-time creative life. I love everything about DIY and home decor, especially finding affordable ways to make high-end looking decor (that's renter-friendly too). So join me here as I help you craft your dream life! ✨
FILMING GEAR I USE (camera, tripod, lights, microphone) * : amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/2LMZ21K54AAME
*Some links may be affiliate links!

![Renter-Friendly Board & Batten Wall DIY✨ 100% REMOVABLE Accent Wall
If you love the look of board and batten accent walls, but live in an apartment like I do, then I have the solution for how you can achieve a board and batten (or wainscoting) wall all without power tools, nails or permanent fixtures, and without painting the walls. When its time to move out, this feature wall is completely removable!
This is an easy DIY tutorial where I take you through the entire process of how to install a renter-friendly board and batten wall from start to finish. The end result is INCREDIBLE!✨
Q&A + HOW THE WALL IS HOLDING UP ONE YEAR LATER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVUkBJ7yso0
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Wood boards: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Common-1-4-in-x-3-in-x-4-ft-Actual-0-25-in-x-2-5-in-x-4-ft-Poplar-Board/1000074307
Removable contact paper: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Duck-20-in-x-30-ft-White-Shelf-Liner/50252809
Command strips: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Command-Large-and-Medium-Picture-Hanging-Strip-Mega-Pack/1000398821
Paint (I used White Gallery): https://www.lowes.com/pd/Valspar-Ultra-PASSIVE-Satin-Latex-Interior-Paint-Actual-Net-Contents-31-0/5001355391
Primer: https://amzn.to/3nGf2we
Outlet covers: https://amzn.to/42bg8BO
Paint pan and roller kit: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Valspar-6-Paint-Applicator-Kit/1002738838
Miter saw: https://amzn.to/3nH1Mrh
C H A P T E R S :
0:00 Welcome
0:29 Lets get started
1:16 Measurements
2:37 The spacing formula
3:39 Installing removable wallpaper
6:29 Installing the boards with Command Strips
8:16 Caulking the wall
9:33 Taping off the wall
10:59 Priming and painting the wallpaper
13:46 Renter outlet hack
14:46 The board and batten reveal
15:25 Final thoughts and cost breakdown
L E T S B E F R I E N D S !
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/actuallyallidiy/
PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/actuallyalli/
WEBSITE: https://www.actuallyalli.com/
A B O U T :
Hi Im Alli. Im a 20-something just trying to balance a full-time job with with full-time creative life. I love everything about DIY and home decor, especially finding affordable ways to make high-end looking decor (thats renter-friendly too). So join me here as I help you craft your dream life! ✨
M U S I C C R E D I T :
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