In a modern apartment, hanging shelves have long been firmly established as a necessary part of the interior. They are able to decorate the apartment, unload your wardrobes and serve as a magnificent decor thanks to the unusual design. So, for example, a wall shelf may be needed if there are already no places in the bookcase, or you need to place several elements to create an individual design (souvenirs, photographs, vases, flower arrangements).
There are two types of mounted shelves: open and closed. Open shelves - the easiest option, this is a plane for installing the necessary items on it. Closed shelves have ceiling and side walls; their doors can have both traditional and original design forms.
Shelves are good in that they are conveniently located above tables, sofas and other furniture. Of course, they will be useful to pupils and students who can store their books, notebooks, and textbooks on them. A small wall shelf will be a convenient stand for a phone or telephone directory. It is suitable for other equipment, for example, to accommodate a tape recorder, speakers, radio.
Original
shelves for books and small items are made of glass. They may have an irregular, bent shape, due to which they serve as a decoration of the interior of the room. The color scheme of shelves can be very diverse: from standard, wood, to transparent. Shelves made of glass can withstand loads of up to ten kilograms.
They can also be made of stainless steel and wood. For use in everyday life, wall - mounted wooden shelves are made of alder, oak, and birch. Laminated chipboard is also used as the material. Dimensions of shelves can be selected individually, depending on your needs and room design. For example, an open shelf of a classic look can have the following dimensions: width - 60, depth - 26, height - 20 centimeters. The hinged shelf intended for books can have large parameters: width - 110, depth - 25, height - 58 centimeters. These characteristics will make it more spacious and will allow you to successfully place it in your office or library.
If the wall shelf is located in the kitchen room, then it will be a wonderful place for a small TV. In addition, it can store kitchen equipment and utensils. Externally, shelves may differ in their original design. For example, they are executed with an arched frieze located on top, a half-open facade and a curly balustrade. Such a shelf will not only be functional, but will also bring a special atmosphere to the design of the kitchen. You can successfully place it even above the hood.
In a children's room, especially if it is not large, a wall shelf is an indispensable thing. On it are placed the toys of the child, his books and photographs. Such shelves are both practical and very beautiful. For the nursery, it is better to choose products from quality material with a safe coating.
Choosing a shelf for your apartment, you must take into account its dimensions, functional purpose, style of design of the room in which it will be placed. About what are wall shelves, the photo gives a vivid idea. These are hinged racks, and showcases, and single classic open shelves. Choose - make your home even more comfortable!