A "landlord special" is a questionable repair job done to a rental property by a landlord or building super. 

These repairs can be: Unsightly, limit the functionality of the home, and often include painted-over hinges and cables, badly patched holes in the wall, and peel-and-stick flooring over every walkable surface.

Thank you, Google for that wonderful A.I. overview. Not only does this collection feature some iconic examples of the famous “Landlord Special” paint job but I have also included some thoughtless designs, incredible craftsmanship, and some safe working practices.