Arrangement Ideas for Stylish Shelving

Bookcases are one of the most useful and versatile furniture pieces. Books, photos, decor, and storage are all popular uses for bookshelves. Our Lake of the Ozarks furniture store knows it's important to find the right shelving solution for your unique needs. Once you find stylish and practical bookcases for your space, you may be wracking your brain for ways to decorate them to complete your space. Check out the tips below for ideas to arrange your shelving.

A bookcase can add style to any room. Make a plain bookcase stand out by painting the inside one shade darker than the paint on your walls. You can also wallpaper the back or line it with a pretty fabric.

For added visual interest, consider hanging a photo or painting on the outer side of a wide bookshelf.

Give yourself an excuse to hit the thrift shops. Start a collection of found objects, such as a certain type of vase or pottery. Display them all together on a bookshelf for a coordinated, yet boho chic look.

If you prefer order, arrange like books together in baskets and label each basket with the books’ theme.

Deep, open shelves allow you to play with your creativity. Create a layered look: lean plates, pictures, or large books up against the wall. Add objects or horizontal stacks of books in the middle and/or front of the shelves.

Make a rainbow! A current trend in bookshelves is to arrange books by color. It may take a tad longer to find what you’re looking for, but it has a cheery effect on a room.

A built-in bookshelf makes a great headboard. You can easily reach books and other nightstand items and artfully display objects for a flexible, ever-changing look.

Low on cupboard space? Move a bookshelf into the kitchen to hold pots and pans and/or small appliances, as well as cookbooks.

Create an office or craft command center. Use baskets to store paper and other supplies. Keep paperclips, tacks, and other small items organized in mason jars or baby food jars. For a clever style trick, adhere the jar tops to the underside of the bookshelves so the jars hang above the shelf below. If your office center gets messy, add curtain panels to the bookshelf to hide it from sight when you have guests.

Display family memories prominently on a bookshelf dedicated to family photos. You can also add baskets to hold photography equipment so you won’t miss a perfect shot searching for the camera.

Bookshelves are a great storage and decor piece for many rooms. From living rooms to bedrooms to offices, there are a number of uses for shelving throughout your home. If you're looking for a great way to complete your space, stop by Slumberland Furniture at the Lake and check out our selection.

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