Just because you're renting it doesn't mean you can't fill your walls with things you love to look at every day. Most people leave posters in the tubes they came in simply because framing feels like a risk — a risk to your deposit, and something that’s easy to put off indefinitely.
Here’s how to frame what you love, without damage, tools, or overthinking it.
Why traditional frames don’t work for renters
The issue isn't you or the art — it's that traditional frames aren't made for the modern renter.
- Nails damage walls → because framing feels like a risk.
- Heavy frames limit where you can hang → meaning you can't make your space your own.
- It's hard to find the right sized frame → so many put it off entirely.
- Setup takes effort power tools → a recipe for procrastination and wariness.
The result is that the things you care about never make it onto the wall. Most people don’t avoid framing because they don’t care — they avoid it because it feels like effort and risk.
What renters should look for in a picture frame
If you’re renting, you need a frame that:
- Doesn't require drilling
- Avoids heavy-duty 3M strips (which often peel paint of the wall)
- Is lightweight and safe to hang anywhere
- Is easy to reposition and rework so you can find the right setup
- Works across multiple sizes so everything looks cohesive
- Is affordable enough to build a full wall — not just buy one frame
Most frames fail on at least 2–3 of these.
The best way to hang frames in a rented home
Most solutions solve part of the problem — but not all of it. There are a few approaches — each with common tradeoffs.
- Adhesive hooks: Easy, but still requires buying frames separately. Can fail with heavier frames.
- Leaning frames: No damage, but limits layout and often looks temporary.
- Clips / tape: Cheap, but rarely looks considered or “finished”.
- Stick-on picture frames (best overall): Combines framing + hanging into one step. No tools, no damage, clean result.
The easiest way for renters to frame things
If you want something that actually removes the friction, you need a system — not just a frame. Pop-up Frames are designed around how renters actually live:
- Peel-and-stick wall mount included → no nails, tools, or wall damage
- Lightweight → a safe way to frame pretty much anywhere
- One frame fits multiple sizes → no guesswork, no frustrating Google searches
- Multipacks → buy a multipack and frame things as you go, affordably
The difference is simple: instead of planning to frame things, you actually get around to it.
The Pop-up Frame is a cut-to-size frame you can self-assemble in minutes:
How to create a renter-friendly gallery wall
Keep it simple and flexible:
- Lay everything out on the floor first
- Start with a centrepiece, build around it
- Mix sizes for a more natural look
- Keep spacing consistent (5–8 cm works well)
- Use lightweight frames so you can adjust easily
The goal isn’t perfection — it’s getting your walls working for you.
Ready to frame your space?
If you’ve been putting it off, this is the simplest way to start.
