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A Quick Guide on how to furnish your Student Accommodation Edinburgh

  • Writer: Sarah Matthews
    Sarah Matthews
  • Jan 10, 2023
  • 2 min read

Renting a student apartment is not something you do every day. It should be approached thoughtfully. The decisions you make will affect your studies, and lifestyle and therefore should only be made after a thorough analysis of your options. There are many rental homes in Edinburgh, so you will have the opportunity to make a choice.

Once you have made the decision to rent an apartment, you should take an inventory of all the student accommodations currently on the market. Cross off the student housing for rent that are in inconvenient locations. Why waste your time on these apartments if you do not want to live in these neighborhoods anyway. Next, you should set a budget. How much money can you comfortably spare each month for your housing? Stick to this plan, because if you sign an unaffordable lease, you'll regret it later. If you skimp on your money, you'll be left with little money for food, clothing, entertainment, and transportation.


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As thousands of students move into their halls of residence and shared apartments in Edinburgh every year, many will also be getting used to new furniture they may have never seen before. Furniture for student residences is a style in itself. Often, they are old and worn, sometimes new and shabby, but always cheap - so how can a landlord furnish a Student Accommodation Edinburgh and get it right?

Kitchen

Of all the rooms in the house, the kitchen is probably the one that gets the most use - and,

accordingly, is subject to the most wear and tear. While cheap can be very cheerful in other parts of the house, it does not always pay off when it comes to electrical appliances that tenants rely on every day.

Perhaps more than other areas, the kitchen is a place where it pays to spend money - and if the appliances look new and spiffy at the beginning of the lease term, users may be more willing to maintain them in the future. But it also pays to keep the space fairly simple, with plenty of cabinet and refrigerator space and sink areas for large quantities of dishes.

Living area

Comfort is key in most living rooms, but sofas and chairs that are easy to clean, maintain and move are always good for students. A simple, sturdy table ( TV ) with storage and an inexpensive set of shelves is a step toward avoiding clutter as people move in and get involved in college life. Remember that simple sofas and sofa sets can easily be reupholstered in the future. So, it may be worth investing in a set that will stand the test of time - with the intention of updating it every few years or so.

Bedroom

Again, while cost is important, space is of the essence for a furnished dorm room. Beds can benefit from under-bed storage, and a divan bed without drawers can be a big waste in a small room. Chests of drawers and wardrobes are now made from a range of inexpensive materials and are apartment-packed for ease of transport and assembly. In addition, shelves and nightstands are a small expense that is often overlooked - but they can make a student's life much easier - and reduce the reason for clutter on the floor.

 
 
 

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