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Stuck for how to store your books? These 9 unique solutions will make the most of your space
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From trolleys to invisible shelves, these are some of the unique book storage solutions you can shop right now.
Going into a bookshop and walking out with a bag full of the latest romance fiction is my idea of a perfect Sunday. Lately, though, I’ve been faced with a dilemma: where do I put them all?
Running out of room in an already small home is a problem that many of us bookworms face. There are so many books to read but no space left on the bookcase… and the pile next to the bed is already a little too high.
Fear not, bookcases aren’t the only way that we can store and display our beloved books – there’s now a whole host of storage solutions we can incorporate into our homes that not only store our paperbacks but make them look beautiful, too. Here are nine unique book storage solutions to make the most of your space.
Mustard Made baskets in poppy
If you’re strapped for space at home but can’t stop buying books, this set of three baskets from Mustard Made is perfect for storing away your hardbacks under your desk. Or put them on show to add a pop of colour at the same time.
Debenhams five-tier rustic standing tree bookshelf
This tree-like bookshelf is ideal for those looking to make the most of a small space. Its five-tier design means you can store and display a selection of books and it can take pride of place in either your home office or a corner of your bedroom.
Shop Debenhams five tier rustic standing tree bookshelf, £37.03
Wayfair Sarahi solid wood geometric bookcase
The Range five-tier metal folding storage shelf
Shop The Range 5 Tier Metal Folding Storage Shelf with Wheels, £103.99
La Redoute Cinera steel side table/magazine rack
Hobbycraft mint three-tier storage trolley
Here’s another portable book storage solution to beautifully display some of your books in an easy and functional way. Ideal for keeping your favourite books on hand at home – and you could even sneak in a house plant or two.
Ikea Omar shelving unit
For a more industrial-style look to your book storage, this Ikea shelving unit is a simple yet effective solution to all your storage problems. If you want something that will store your books efficiently while adding a bit of personality to your space, this unit is for you.
Dunelm velvet storage ottoman
If you simply have too many books and displaying them all is just not possible anymore, this Dunelm storage box could be the answer to your interiors woes. This sleek velvet box adds a touch of elegance to any space, and it can be used to store away books that you love but don’t reach for very often.
Aspen of Hereford Umbra conceal shelf
No, it isn’t quite magic, but this shelf is completely concealed by the bottom book giving the illusion that your pile of books is floating up the wall. You can either buy an individual shelf or a set of three so it appears as though your floating books are climbing up the wall.
Shop A Place For Everything Umbra conceal shelf, set of 3, £40
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