How do you make a bookshelf attractive?

I’ve got three great tips for making your bookshelf look a little more styled.

  1. Vary Horizontal and Vertical Stacking. I like to start by dividing up all my books by size.
  2. Add Color to The Back of Your Bookshelf. This is a great way to make your bookshelf look more harmonious.
  3. Display Books by Size and Use Bookends.

Which Colour is best for bookshelf?

Dark. Whether you choose to paint just the backs or the whole thing, using a dark color is one of the strongest statements you can make with your bookcase. Black is classic, but nearly black-blue, green and gray are chic choices as well.

How should a bookshelf look?

Stack books on their sides, some on their ends, leaving space around them to create a neat display. Leave room for accessories to be displayed alongside your books, too. Display books by the colors of the spines, and paint the back of the bookcase a darker color, too, so that your bookcase styling is highlighted.

How can I make my shelves look more expensive?

5 Easy Ways to Make Your Bookshelf Styling Look Expensive

  1. 01 of 05. Go Hardcover. Not to diss my favorite paperback titles, but hardcover books just display better.
  2. 02 of 05. Don’t Display Everything.
  3. 03 of 05. Add Accessories.
  4. 04 of 05. Add Paper or Paint.
  5. 05 of 05. Incorporate Art.

Should shelves be same color as wall?

Small Space Solution: Having a lot of furniture in a small apartment can look and feel cluttered, but a smart way to mitigate this is to paint something the same color as the walls, like these bookshelves. You have all the function and it keeps the room looking more open.

Should I paint my bookshelves?

Both freestanding and built-in bookshelves can benefit. Painting built-in storage to match the wall color can give the space a cohesive and intimate feel. For the living room of a Los Angeles home, design firm Commune painted the walls and bookshelves in a pale green, giving the space a serene but stylish vibe.

How do I make my shelves look expensive?

How tall should Built in bookshelves be?

72 to 80 inches tall
However, if you’re going to fill the shelves with books, movies, and board games in a basement playroom, you’ll want shelves that are easily accessible. In that case, bookshelves that are 72 to 80 inches tall will make them most functional.