Literature, art, cosmetics: small shelves offer space for anything and everything

Literature, art, cosmetics: small shelves offer space for anything and everything

Tell us what you want to stow away – and we’ll tell you what kind of small shelves you need.

Books, dishes, bottles

  • Shelving type: For heavy objects, such as books, dishes or bottles of spirits, stand shelves are the best option. Small shelves that have to bear high loads can also be fixed to the wall for added safety.
  • Design: Everyday objects call for shelves with no frills. Solid wood creates a pleasing ambience. Painted models should be in harmony with the color scheme of your home. Stand shelves with feet look more airy, making them ideal for small rooms or the entrance hall.
  • Bestsellers: Ars natura; Mørteens

Photos, memorabilia, art

  • Shelving type: If you want to display decorative items, such as photos, shells and collectables, the shelves should be at eye level. Wall shelves are the best option here.
  • Design: With a frame made of quality wood and shelves made of glass, a shelving unit and its contents blend together to create a work of art. Brightly painted models are also good for creating decorative highlights. However, as a general rule, it’s best if shelves are kept lowkey to avoid stealing the show from the contents.
  • Bestsellers: Wolf-Möbel, Woood

Files and papers

  • Shelving type: Files, papers, etc. should be hidden away behind the closed doors of stand shelves. Lockable compartments provide added security and protection from inquisitive children.
  • Design: Colored accents create a cheerful atmosphere. Brightly painted chipboard panels are easy to clean, sturdy and inexpensive.
  • Special tip: Positioned at a height of around 30 inches, small shelves can be used for displaying decorative objects and depositing personal effects, such as your mobile phone, wallet or keys.
  • Bestsellers: CS Schmal; mooved

Cosmetics, hand towels, cleaning products

  • Shelving type: A shelving unit with several shelves and drawers is ideal for the bathroom. Everyday use items can be left on open shelves, while private items are best kept hidden away.
  • Design: Glass and metal are the ideal option for rooms with high humidity.
  • Special tip: In the case of small items such as cosmetics, it’s worth investing in drawer organizers. That way, you can be sure of finding your lipstick, cotton wool pads and razor blades in an instant.
  • Bestsellers: Wireworks, Home Design

Flower pots, soil, gardening tools

  • Shelving type: Shelves for the balcony, garden or shed need to be sturdy and have gaps in them to prevent the accumulation of water and dirt.
  • Design: Wood varieties such as teak, robinia and bamboo are weatherproof. There are also some more elaborate models available in metal.
  • Bestsellers: Siena Garden, Ploß

Heavy objects are best placed at floor level, and decorative items on wall shelves at eye level. Office stationery should be kept hidden behind closed doors; bathroom shelves made of metal are good at withstanding humidity and dirt.

Whether it’s novels, pictures or cleaning products you want to store, small shelves offer space for anything and everything.

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