How can my student decorate a UT Austin residence hall room?

By CollegeHousing.ai · Sources checked · 2026-27

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Use removable adhesive and the provided bulletin boards; nails, tacks and many decorative lights are prohibited.

UT encourages residents to personalize rooms but limits methods that damage walls or create fire risk. Removable adhesive is the permitted wall-hanging material; tape, tacks and nails are not allowed on walls. UT also prohibits several decorative lighting types, candles and incense. Damage to walls or paint can result in charges.

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