Furnishing an apartment is one of the most exciting activities. Everyone does it according to their own taste and possibilities. But even if we choose a minimalist style, it is necessary to store things somewhere. Wall mounted wall shelves, drawers under the bed and chests of drawers will help.
There are many options, the choice is yours.
Unlike cabinets, wall- mounted shelves are a relatively quick and inexpensive way to organize things in the interior. In addition, they can become a significant element of the decor. If the appearance of the cabinet is difficult to change, and it will be an expensive pleasure, then painting wall mounted shelves, drawing on them using burning, decoupage, sawing, or simply trim the edge, say, with beautiful lace with lace, is a matter of a couple of hours.
Choice of shelf design and material
What to be guided by when choosing? First of all, the general style and spirit of the room. In some rooms open wall shelves made of durable glass or metal will look appropriate. This is the so-called technogenic style. In others, it would be more appropriate to use solid wood or fiberboard with colored trim. In rooms of a classical or Victorian style, wall mounted shelves should not be too large and wide. They are most often made of high-quality wood (it can be pine), the texture of which is emphasized by stain and varnish. If desired, you can cover such shelves with paint, as well as apply any pattern to them. Such decor is especially appropriate in rooms in a rustic (rustic) style or in children's rooms. In modern designs, bright and colorful, they often use direct or bent fiberboard. If desired, you can create wall mounted shelves in the form of letters or geometric shapes, in which case they will become an original element of decor.
When choosing a material, it is worth remembering about fastenings and the maximum load. For example, shelves for records, books, and household appliances must support a fairly large weight. If they are supposed to exhibit mainly souvenirs and trinkets, you can choose a more elegant material. It is advisable to insure wall mounted shelves with the help of supports and brackets. Two mounting points may not be enough, especially if the shelves serve as a stand, for example, under a computer.
For a small room, corner wall shelves can be an excellent solution that will save space. The diagonal cut can be straight and rounded, it all depends on the overall design concept. There are also ready-made shelves of various textures and colors for sale. But you can easily make them yourself. When hanging shelves, you need to remember not only about usability, but also about security. Try to determine where the wiring is in the apartment, so as not to accidentally damage it with a drill. In modern design decisions, it is not customary to close shelves, and to maintain order and harmony, you can use various boxes to store things. Of course, the color and textured solutions must match the style of the room and successfully combine with existing furniture.