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Even the best exterior paint can fail if it’s applied incorrectly. Always use a primer when painting any untreated surface to seal it off and to provide a base for topcoats to stick to. Alkyd primers are best for bare wood because they cover bleed-through from wood knots better; be sure the label states that the primer is designed to stop bleed-through. Water-based primers are a good choice if knots aren’t an issue. Water-based paints are compatible with both types of primer.
When repainting, prime only when necessary. If the paint hasn’t cracked or flaked, you may not need to prime at all. Advantage 900 from Porter Paints is designed to go over any existing paint without priming or sanding. If you must scrape down to bare wood, spot-prime. Not sure whether priming is needed? Try this test: Paint a small portion of the wall and let it dry. Then put an adhesive bandage on the newly painted surface and snap it off. If paint sticks to it, the old paint won’t support a new coat and requires a coat of primer. If the bandage is clean, power wash the siding and paint.
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Newton - $1,650 / 3 bed / 1 bath
bellevue , Newton Three bedroom apartment near interstate 90.
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Newton - $1,650 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton California closet, cherry/granite kitchen, office
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Newton - $1,700 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Gorgeous 2 bedroom with 1.5 baths. qworking fireplace.
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Newton - $1,750 / 3 bed / 1 bath
Huge apartment in Newton w/wall to wall carpeting. Kitchen
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Newton - $1750 AMAZING 3 bedroom, 2 bath. FEE NEGO!!
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Newton - $1,800 / 4 bed / 2 bath
Very nice 4 bedroom with 3 parking spots included in
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Newton - $1,825 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Boylston St. , Newton Nice 2bdr/ 1 bath unit–hardwood
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Newton - $1,900 / 2 bed / 2 bath
Rustic St. , Newton two bedroom with hardwood
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Newton - $1,920 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Commonwealth Ave , Newton One bedroom with new kitchen
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Newton - $2,000 / 4 bed / 2 bath
Nottingham St. , Newton 4bdr (1200 sq.ft.)/2 bath apt
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Newton - $2,095 / 3 bed / 2 bath
Arlington St. , Newton Bright & charming newly-renovated 3
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Newton - $2,100 / 3 bed / 2 bath
PRICE REDUCED!!!! Call Marc Roos Realty today to see this
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Newton - $2,200 / 4 bed / 2 bath
Beaconwood Rd , Newton Large four bedroom in single
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Newton - $2,200 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Keefe Ave. , Newton 2 bedrms, 2 parking spaces,
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Newton - $2,200 / 2 bed / 2 bath
Oak st , Newton Village falls condo, heat/hot water
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Newton - $2,300 / 3 bed / 2 bath
Orchard St , Newton Deleaded three bedroom with two
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Newton - $2,400 / 4 bed / 1 bath
Centre St. , Newton 4 bedroom duplex in newton
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Newton - $2,400 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton mazing 2.5 bedroom or 3
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Newton - $2,442 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury units for rent–various two
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Newton - $2,500 / 4 bed / 2 bath / SINGLE FAMILY
NEWTON - WEST NEWTON - 4 Bed, 2 Bath house
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Newton - $2,539 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–various one bedroom
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Newton - $2,607 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–various one bedroom
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Newton - $2,745 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–various two bedroom
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Newton - $2,800 / 3 bed / 2 bath
PRICE REDUCED!!!!!!Outstanding apartment with free garage parking, only 5 minutes
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Newton - $3,004 / 3 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–three bedroom unit(1489
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NEWTON
$180,000
This 2 room studio is located in the heart of Newtonville, near restaurants, shopping and the commuter rail. Freshly painted new carpet and updated bathroom….
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NEWTON
$195,900
Farm house with 2.95 acres and a little pond on property. This home has fabulous potential. Updated in fall of 2007 are: roof, carpeting,…
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NEWTON
$205,000
Come see a large updated condo on the TOP FLOOR in a well kept small condo association building. Complete with: off street parking, dual wall…
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NEWTON
$1,500
Kenrick St. , Newton Modern 2 bedrm in chandler pond condominium with parking, pool, dish/disp, and balcon Amenities:Disposal Hardwood Floors Dishwasher Off Street Parking…
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NEWTON
$1,120
Mt. Ida , Newton 1 bedrm with new kitchen and bath. Heat and hot water included. Amenities:Laundry In Building New/Modern Kitchen Off Street Parking…
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NEWTON
$1,195
Wesley St. , Newton 1 bedroom with parking. Heat and hot water included. Amenities:Off Street Parking Cable/Internet ready Unfurnished Decorative Fireplace…
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Sometimes smaller is better, especially when it comes to space. Think cozy and quaint rather than throwing your hands up in the air and screaming: “Oh it’s so cramped! I give up!”
There’s no need to be discouraged. In fact, decorating a small space can be a fun challenge that requires you to be more innovative than ever.
Start out by acknowledging the many advantages inherent to small homes. Small rooms generally require fewer furnishings and accessories, so your decorating budget can get you a little further. Small rooms can also inspire you to do something we all need to do: get rid of clutter!†The more clutter we get rid of the larger the room will appear!
Since storage space in small dwellings is likely limited, getting rid of unnecessary items is a must. People living in larger homes, however, with plenty of storage can more easily fall into the pack rat mode, too. And of course, small spaces can be quite inviting, that is if you decorate consciously and creatively.
So, for each area of your home, you might want to consider these ideas to help you maximize your space as well as your decorating dollar:
Kitchen: Use over-the-cabinets space for storage of little-used items or decorative display of collectibles; hang pots from a rack suspended from your ceiling; open up cabinet and drawer space by placing cooking utensils and spices in baskets, crystal bowls or ceramic pitchers.
Living room: Paint the walls a light hue and use sheer curtains to invite in the sunlight; instead of a coffee table, use an ottoman with a tray on top to hold drinks and prop up your feet (also for extra seating in a pinch); create tables that do double duty as extra storage by stacking suitcases, using an old trunk, or by stacking two old soda or wine crates and adding a glass top.
Bedroom: If there’s ample space in your closet, move your dresser inside to free up main area floor space; instead of night tables, place a small, wall-mounted shelf on each side of the bed to hold nighttime needs like a small lamp; if you’re low on closet space, use the space under your bed to store out-of-season clothing; if you need an armoire but can’t afford one, make or buy an inexpensive bookshelf and attach curtains (or canvas) to cover up the clothing but still offer easy access.
Bathroom: Use an over-the-commode shelving unit to hold essentials if cabinet space is sparse; use several decorative hooks instead of a towel bar and you can hang up more towels (and robes) in a small wall area.
Another vital rule in small space decorating to keep in mind is that dark colors make things appear smaller and light colors make things appear bigger. If you’re tired of your white walls, a taupe or sand color is a great substitute. These aren’t gleaming, but they also are not dark enough to close a room in, making it longer than it is.
You can accent — that is add a little color — with candles, pictures, paintings or pillows, or brighten things up with curtains. If you have a lot of windows to dress, stick to a neutral color because a dark color can have the same effect as painting your walls.
Also, multi-function pieces of furniture are perfect for small spaces. For example, try a loft bed, which puts your bed off the floor. If it’s high up, it opens up the floor space for other purposes. A couch or desk can fit easily underneath, too for more space saving. If you don’t have enough space for a bed, or you don’t like sleeping in high places, a futon or pull out couch can act as a couch by day and your bed at night.
Need more storage space? A storage chest can easily double as a coffee table. Hanging shoe racks are also a way to create more space in a closet. Toiletries can hang, too, creating more counter space for other bathroom supplies. To create the illusion of a bigger space, try hanging a large mirror reflecting a window from across the room. It instantly makes the space look bigger.
Finally, it is important to find the style that you like. Whether it’s Modern, Victorian or Country French, the style should reflect your personality. After all, you’re the one who is going to be living there. With a little creativity, you can make living in a small space as comfortable as living in a castle.
Searching for an Apartment
Rents for apartments in Boston can be expensive. With very few
exceptions, there is no limit to how much rent a landlord can charge
for an apartment. Some of the suggestions listed below may be
helpful in locating reasonably priced housing.
• Realtors: Many charge a broker’s fee of a month’s rent,
so be sure to inquire about broker’s fees before you
start your search with any realtor.
• Local newspapers
• Websites
• Neighborhood bulletin boards
• School and University bulletin boards
• Community, religious and social organizations
• Roommate agencies
• Word of mouth: Let friends, acquaintances, shopkeepers,
etc. in the neighborhood know you are looking for an
apartment. Someone you tell may know about an
available apartment or provide you with a lead.
For more suggestions concerning where to look for an apartment or
for hands-on assistance, call the City of Boston’s Rental Housing
Resource Center at (617) 635-RENT.
Before Renting an Apartment
Entering into a rental agreement is a serious commitment. Do not
put money down unless you are sure you want the apartment.
Although you may be legally entitled to get your money back until
the landlord formally accepts you as a tenant, that money may be
difficult to recover. An apartment may seem like a dream
apartment, but there are many costs and issues to consider in
determining whether the apartment is right for you, such as:
• Affordability of rent
• Utilities and heating costs
• Up-front fees
• Moving expenses
• Availability of off-street or on-street parking
• Access to public transportation
• How many people are allowed to live in the apartment
• Whether pets are permitted
• Presence of lead paint, if child under age 6 will be living
in the apartment
• Whether subletting is permitted
• Whether a re-rental inspection has been done
• Whether laundry facilities and/or refrigerator are
provided
Newton Contact agent for price / 2 bed / APARTMENT
Newton Center NICE 2 BR incl. 2 parking!! BostonForRENT.com
Newton $875 / 1 bath
Mt. Ida , Newton Studio with parking and new BostonForRENT.com
Newton $895 / 1 bath
Beacon St , Newton Furnished studio with hot water BostonForRENT.com
Newton $925 / 1 bath
Beacon St , Newton Furnished studio apartment with hot BostonForRENT.com
Newton $975 / 1 bath
Commonwealth Ave , Newton Renovated studio with modern tile BostonForRENT.com
Newton $995 / 1 bath
Wesley St. , Newton Studio with new eat in BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,025 / 1 bath
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Newton $1,025 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Wesley St. , Newton 1 bedrm with enclosed porch BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,050 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Kenrick St. , Newton 1 bedroom with new appliances BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,120 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Mt. Ida , Newton 1 bedrm with new kitchen BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,175 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Commonwealth Ave. , Newton Good sized 1bdr unit including BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,195 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Wesley St. , Newton 1 bedroom with parking. Heat BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,200 / 2 bath
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Newton $1,200 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Madison Ave. , Newton Nice & renovated 1 bedroom BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,290 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Richardson Rd. , Newton 1bdr/1 bathroom apt with utilities BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,295 / 1 bed / 1 bath
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Newton $1,375 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Bacon St. , Newton 2 bedroom with parking, laundry, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,395 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Commonwealth Ave , Newton 1 bedroom with hardwood floors. BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,425 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Commonwealth Ave. , Newton 1bdr with hardwood floors, cute BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,475 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Commonwealth Ave. , Newton Nice unit with view of BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,500 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Kenrick St. , Newton Modern 2 bedrm in chandler BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,500 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Bennington St. , Newton 2 bedrm with garage parking BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,650 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Cloverdale Rd. , Newton Great two bedroom apt - BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,650 / 3 bed / 1 bath
bellevue , Newton Three bedroom apartment near interstate 90. BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,650 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton California closet, cherry/granite kitchen, office BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,750 / 3 bed / 2 bath / APARTMENT
Newton - $1750 AMAZING 3 bedroom, 2 bath. BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,825 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Boylston St. , Newton Nice 2bdr/ 1 bath unit–hardwood BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,900 / 2 bed / 2 bath
Rustic St. , Newton two bedroom with hardwood BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,920 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Commonwealth Ave , Newton One bedroom with new kitchen BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,000 / 4 bed / 2 bath
Nottingham St. , Newton 4bdr (1200 sq.ft.)/2 bath apt BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,095 / 3 bed / 2 bath
Arlington St. , Newton Bright & charming newly-renovated 3 BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,200 / 4 bed / 2 bath
Beaconwood Rd , Newton Large four bedroom in single BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,200 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Keefe Ave. , Newton 2 bedrms, 2 parking spaces, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,200 / 2 bed / 2 bath
Oak st , Newton Village falls condo, heat/hot water BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,300 / 3 bed / 2 bath
Orchard St , Newton Deleaded three bedroom with two BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,400 / 4 bed / 1 bath
Centre St. , Newton 4 bedroom duplex in newton BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,400 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton mazing 2.5 bedroom or 3 BostonForRENT.com
Newton $2,442 / 2 bed / 1 bath
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Newton $2,500 / 4 bed / 2 bath / SINGLE FAMILY
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Newton $2,539 / 1 bed / 1 bath
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Newton $2,607 / 1 bed / 1 bath
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Newton $2,745 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–various two bedroom BostonForRENT.com
Newton $3,004 / 3 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–three bedroom unit(1489 BostonForRENT.com
Newton $3,100 / 4 bed / 2 bath
Arlington St. , Newton Luxury & large 2200 sq.ft. BostonForRENT.com
Newton $3,112 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–various two bedroom BostonForRENT.com
Newton $3,300 / 5 bed / 3 bath
Newtonville , Newton Nice 5 bedrooms and 3 full BostonForRENT.com
Newton $3,383 / 3 bed / 1 bath
Washington St. , Newton Luxury for rent–various three bedroom BostonForRENT.com
Newton $3,500 / 5 bed / 3 bath / APARTMENT
NEWTON - NEWTONVILLE - 5 Bed, 3 Bath on Newtonville BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,595 / 1 bath
Longfellow Pl , Boston Luxury studio, 650 sqft, with BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 2 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Beautiful two bedroom apartment on Riverway available for September 1st! BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Excellent one bed available September 1st! Located in Fenway right BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Excellent one bed available September 1st! Located in Fenway right BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Excellent one bed available September 1st! Modern and spacious, located BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Excellent one bed available September 1st! Modern and spacious, located BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Excellent one bed available September 1st! Located in Fenway right BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Great split layout, can be 2 bedroom, hardwood floors, tile BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
Beautiful Brownstone, newly renovated, includes 1 bedroom and separate study, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 2 bath
Beautiful total renovation. All brazilian cherry hardwood floors, central A/C, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 2 bath
Large open kitchen, fireplace with wood stove, Hardwood floors, exposed BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 3 bath / Apartment
Beautiful Parlor Level South Boston Duplex-Features include: Newly renovated granite/stainless BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 2 bath / Apartment
Awesome Pet Friendly South Boston Apartment-Features include: Central A/C, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / Apartment
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Newton $1,600 / 2 bath / Apartment
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Newton $1,600 / 2 bath
Bright and cheerful. This is a very nice one BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Cortes , Boston 1 bedroom w/bay window Amenities:Cable/Internet ready BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 2 bed / 1 bath
Parker Hill , Boston 2 bedroom with oak floors, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Hemenway St , Boston Large 1 bedroom on campus BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bath
Marlborough St , Boston Really nice, fireplace, big windows, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Monsignor OBrien Hwy , Boston Newly Remodeled Luxury Apartment BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,600 / 3 bed / 1 bath
Gayhead , Boston This 3-bedroom/ 1 bathroom boston unit BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,615 / 1 bath
Emerson Pl. , Boston Luxury studio with laundry, tennis, BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,625 / 1 bed / 1 bath / Apartment
1 bedroom split can be used as 2 bedrooms, wall BostonForRENT.com
Newton $1,645 / 1 bed / 1 bath
Park Dr , Boston 1/2bedrm rear, hot water included. BostonForRENT.com