Are your walls looking a little boring? Do you need some extra space to put your books and other items? Are you trying to deal with clutter? There are a million reasons for adding shelving.
However, that doesn’t mean you have to settle for standard shelves. Here are fifty great ideas that will really add to a space.
Let’s get started!
Are you tired of plain old shelves? So are we. Check out this block shelf idea instead.
Do you love Tetris? These may be the shelves you always wanted. You just didn’t know it until now. Throw on some paint, and they’ll really come to life.
You can find a tutorial for the shelves at
Our Nerd Home.
Do you want to express your crafty side? Here’s one great way to do it.
You can find a tutorial on making your own over at
New Blooming.
When you think of shelves, we bet you don’t think of belts. This is a unique idea if you are looking for something different.
You can find DIY instructions over at
At Home In Love.
Are boring shelves just too boring for you? Consider these hanging ones.
Burkatron has instructions on how to build your own.
Pegboard shelves add a little something unique to a room. They’re also a great DIY project if you’re on a budget. Check out the tutorial at
Vintage Revivals if these are the shelves for you.
Are you all about the bees? These could be the perfect thing to help you show it. You can find them in stores or check out the DIY instructions at
eHow.
#8 Floating corner shelves
Don’t just use wall space. Get the most out of the corners as well. These shelves can be bought at most stores, or you can DIY them.
A Beautiful Mess has a quick tutorial.
Are you interested in giving items a second chance at life? Here’s an idea for what to do the next time you come across some old pallets.
Kids love these. So do some of us adults!
There’s a tutorial for making your own over at
A Bubbly Life.
Do you have some old drawers sitting around with no real use? Do you want wall shelves? Here’s an idea that might solve both problems!
Would you like to bring a little nature into the house?
The Home Depot gives step by step instructions on building your own branch shelf.
Industrial shelves can hold a lot. They’re also ideal for large spaces.
If you want to make your own, check out the instruction at
Momtastic.
#14 Magazine holder shelf
This is an incredibly simple DIY. It’s also a great shelf idea. For instructions, go to
Design Sponge.
#15 Vintage drawer shelves
Here’s a great way to repurpose old drawers. Leave the face on them for that added vintage appeal.
Do you need enough light to see the titles on your books? Here’s a great idea.
Do you need somewhere to show off the family tree? This is one picture-perfect way to do it.
Box wall shelves come in a variety of sizes. Mix them up for a unique look that is entirely you.
Ladders are like shelves already. They just need a wall to hang on.
#20 Drawers with a new life
There are a lot of different ways that drawers can be turned into shelving. This gives a little extra space at the bottom while really highlighting the previous life of the drawers.
Here’s another variation of the ladder shelf. It can work amazingly in a kitchen for a space to hang pots.
There are a lot of flat things out there that can be repurposed as a shelf. Why not use a book or two?
#23 Cardboard tube shelves
Here is something simple and creative. Add a little paint to really bring these tubes in line with the rest of your décor.
Do you have a guitar that is long past its musical days? It might still have an encore performance left in it.
The large industrial wine racks can serve more than one purpose. They’re also a safe place to nestle away your books.
#26 Vintage luggage shelf
The sky is the limit when it comes to what can be repurposed as a shelf. Why not use luggage that has actually seen a few trips through the sky in an airplane?
How have we not seen this before? Do you have any old skateboards sitting around the house?
Wine crates are great for using in DIY projects. Putting them on the wall is just the next logical step.
Does sawing and getting out the hammer sound too much like work? You can still get some amazing shelves on a budget. Ikea is an awesome place to start your search.
Bring a little nature into your home without worrying about the dirt. This representation of a branch is just the right effect.
#31 Floating window shelves
It’s not just the walls that can use a little love. These window shelves can add some serious splendor to a room.
Design Sponge has a tutorial for making them.
Are you tired of seeing the same old things taking up space on the wall? Bring your home to life with a little extra greenery with these wall propagation planters. The instructions for building your own can be found at
Vintage Revivals.
Are you looking for a rustic look? It would be difficult to get any more rustic than this.
#34 Wooden bracket shelves
These can create a very sleek effect on the wall. If you’re seeking something modern and refined, look no further.
#35 Creative corner shelf
The corners of a room are often overlooked. There is so much that can be done with that underutilized space.
Are you going for a slightly more industrial look without going overboard? These crate shelves fit into just about any décor.
Who said that shelves can only be horizontal? Get creative and make them truly your own.
A great way to make any shelf seem to pop right off the wall is by adding a bright color. Are you ready for the leap?
Are you looking for something a little different, and that requires a whole lot less drilling into walls? Consider ladder shelves! There are also DIY instructions for making your own. You can find them over at
Vintage Revivals.
This one falls into the utterly unique category. How often do you see hanging books?
#41 Nursery room bookshelves
These are a great addition if you want to display books. It doesn’t even just have to be for the baby!
To DIY them, check out the tutorial over at
Mekhart.
#42 Mini copper pipe shelves
Are you looking for something small to spruce up empty wall space? These are a cute idea and easy to make. Check out the tutorial over at
Delineate Your Dwelling.
#43 Another hanging rope shelf idea
Hanging rope shelves come in more than one variety. Change out the type of rope or shelving to make it unique to your home.
At
The Décor Fix, they got creative with the idea of a bookshelf. It’s made with actual books!
#45 Wooden picture frames
Do you have old picture frames that are falling apart? The edges may still make unique shelves.
Do you old drawers with the knobs still attached? The front of those drawers can be converted into shelving and will already provide something to hang your bits and pieces on.
Not everything needs to be extravagant. Here’s a simple and effective shelf idea.
You can find the tutorial over at
Growing Spaces.
Maybe boring flat shelves aren’t going to work in your space. Could triangles be the solution?
#49 Lattice house shelves
These are a fun and simple way to add a little extra life to a room. For a tutorial, visit
Francois et Moi.
Are you still unsure about the style of shelf that you want in your home? Forget them all and go with these invisible shelves. They’ll fit in with absolutely any décor.
For simple instructions on how to make your own, visit
DIY Crafts.
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Are your walls looking a little boring? Do you need some extra space to put your books and other items? Are you trying to deal with clutter? There are a million reasons for adding shelving.
However, that doesn’t mean you have to settle for standard shelves. Here are fifty great ideas that will really add to a space.
Let’s get started!
