Here’s how to find the ideal stand shelf

Here’s how to find the ideal stand shelf

Stand shelves are probably the most popular shelf-type available on the market. Whether against the wall or free-standing – with this piece of furniture you not only gain storage space, but also create many different ways to decorate your home.

Purpose:

Heavy books, catalogs, or maybe lightweight textiles such as towels? Before you choose a stand shelf, you should know exactly what you want to store in it.

For the study: Books and writing utensils

  • Shelves made of solid wood, at least 18 millimeters thick are ideal
  • for providing even more stability when fastening shelves to the wall using dowels
  • For a free-standing shelf to stand securely, it should be at least 35 centimeters in depth

For the bathroom: Beauty accessories

  • Stand shelves made from aluminum or wood as a storage space for toiletries, hair dryers and the like.
  • Deeper shelves are ideal for towels.

For the hallway: Odds and ends

  • Narrow, space-saving shelves as storage for keys and small items in small hallways.
  • Caps, hats and scarves can neatly be stowed in boxes.
  • Shoes can be lined up directly in the entrance area.

Size

You should know exactly how much space is available beforehand. Your stand shelf should…

… when standing against a free wall:

  • be an ‘across-the-board’ shelf unit
  • Be an individual piece, serving as an attention-getter
  • A shelf module. which can expanded at any time

… when positioned in tight corners and alcoves:

  • Have shelves which are more shallow
  • square-shaped standing shelves waste space

… when used as a room divider:

  • Half-height standing shelves for small rooms
  • have tall shelves if a room is dual-use, for instance lounge with sleeping area

Material and style

A floor to ceiling bookshelf or standing shelf which is made of light-colored wood, gives the room a warm, homely atmosphere. Metal shelves with an industrial look are perfect for purist living styles. Water-resistant aluminum shelves are particularly easy to clean and ideal for the bathroom.

Budget

Inexpensive: Pressed chipboard with plastic coating, from 30 Euro

Mid-range: Stand shelf made of MDF (medium density fiberboard) or wood, metal, from 300 Euro

Luxury end: Designer pieces made of solid hardwood, such as beech, from 1000 Euro

Stand shelves, as well as sofas and tables, are basic furnishings of every apartment. They always keep storage areas and repositories organized. At the same time, they bring character to any room, even though they rarely play the leading role.

Standing shelves - stable and help you organize your home.

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