(StatePoint) Say goodbye to dull, white walls and hello to a world of color and personality!<\/p>\n
A new survey by Duck brand finds college students and teachers are on a mission to turn their small spaces into feel-good, stylish surroundings. From creating DIY bulletin boards to covering cubbies and desks with fun prints and patterns, the research uncovers the coolest d\u00e9cor trends for the new school year.<\/p>\n
How do they plan to revamp their rooms? Small touches will make the most impact. Over 50% of teachers say hanging a bulletin board, creating a welcome sign and brightening the outside of a desk with removable wallpaper are the most affordable ways for a quick classroom refresh. On the other hand, more than half of students plan to deck out their dorm with canvas art, photo walls, string lights and smart speakers.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhether it\u2019s a classroom or campus space, the survey shows most folks are tapping into personal preferences and using clever decorating hacks to bring their vision to life,\u201d says Kerry Haugh, director of product marketing, duct tapes, at Shurtape Technologies, LLC, the company that markets the Duck brand. \u201cOver 90% of teachers say they decorate their room to express their own style. College students also want their dorms to reflect their individuality, with 43% liking a \u2018cozy\u2019 style the best while 28% go for a \u2018colorful\u2019 look.\u201d<\/p>\n
Since these school spaces are temporary, making them feel warm and welcoming \u2013 while keeping d\u00e9cor removable \u2013 can be challenging; however, survey respondents plan to use a variety of easy decorating solutions to achieve their dream d\u00e9cor. More than 60% say they\u2019ll leverage removable, double-sided tape, like Duck Max Strength Nano-Grab Gel Tape<\/a>, to hang items, while more than half plan to use removable wallpaper, such as EasyLiner Removeable Adhesive Laminate<\/a>, to brighten the outside of a desk or as a fun cover for dorm room appliances. Color and Printed Duck Tape<\/a> is also a popular pick, with 80% of respondents \u2013 teachers and college students alike \u2013 saying they\u2019ve used it to personalize school supplies and study spaces.<\/p>\n
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