Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
The entryway in my apartment was so narrow and boring beige, and honestly I would just pass through it, ignoring it. So I decided to give it a renter-friendly transformation and make it totally Pinterest mudroom-inspired. I'm adding peel and stick tiles, some shiplap using Command strips, a renter-friendly coat rack, and probably my favorite part of this makeover-- new lighting! I'm going for a cozy, dark and moody, English cottage aesthetic. Let me know what you think of this transformation! ✨
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L I N K S * :
Etsy light fixture cover: etsy.com/listing/1878306592/peony-recessed-light-shade-6-decorative
Light gels: amzn.to/48PzbIx
Peel & stick tiles: amzn.to/3MW9k9b
3M Claw hooks: amzn.to/3MN4Dyy
Command strips: amzn.to/4b3b0rr
Brass wall hooks: amzn.to/4pMNkMt
Candle sconce: etsy.com/listing/1832924856/wall-mounted-iron-candle-holder-double
Battery operated taper candles: amzn.to/4s9zdma
Jute rug: amzn.to/4jb4ykf
Mini hanging basket: amzn.to/44GtKt0
MY FAVORITE RENTER-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS: amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/3EQY5F02ZPF10?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d
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 millennial renter who believes even your apartment deserves to feel like home. I'm on a mission to transform my rental one room at a time. This channel is all about budget-friendly apartment makeovers and renter-friendly transformations."✨
FILMING GEAR I USE (camera, tripod, lights, microphone) * : amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/2LMZ21K54AAME
*Some links may be affiliate links!
The entryway in my apartment was so narrow and boring beige, and honestly I would just pass through it, ignoring it. So I decided to give it a renter-friendly transformation and make it totally Pinterest mudroom-inspired. I'm adding peel and stick tiles, some shiplap using Command strips, a renter-friendly coat rack, and probably my favorite part of this makeover-- new lighting! I'm going for a cozy, dark and moody, English cottage aesthetic. Let me know what you think of this transformation! ✨
Click here to SUBSCRIBE: youtube.com/c/ActuallyAlli?sub_confirmation=1
L I N K S * :
Etsy light fixture cover: etsy.com/listing/1878306592/peony-recessed-light-shade-6-decorative
Light gels: amzn.to/48PzbIx
Peel & stick tiles: amzn.to/3MW9k9b
3M Claw hooks: amzn.to/3MN4Dyy
Command strips: amzn.to/4b3b0rr
Brass wall hooks: amzn.to/4pMNkMt
Candle sconce: etsy.com/listing/1832924856/wall-mounted-iron-candle-holder-double
Battery operated taper candles: amzn.to/4s9zdma
Jute rug: amzn.to/4jb4ykf
Mini hanging basket: amzn.to/44GtKt0
MY FAVORITE RENTER-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS: amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy/list/3EQY5F02ZPF10?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d
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 millennial renter who believes even your apartment deserves to feel like home. I'm on a mission to transform my rental one room at a time. This channel is all about budget-friendly apartment makeovers and renter-friendly transformations."✨
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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Supplies and tools featured in this video: https://www.amazon.com/shop/actuallyallidiy
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 :
Marathon Man by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Artist: http://audionautix.com/
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Music by: Ikson https://www.youtube.com/ikson Renter-Friendly Board & Batten Wall DIY✨ 100% REMOVABLE Accent Wall](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WwzPZQPbkQM/mqdefault.jpg)


