The bookcase is an elegant piece of furniture originally from France. It consists of a vertical row of shelves on racks. How does a bookcase differ from a rack? Firstly, it is not at all necessary to separate them - in some cases these terms can be synonymous in relation to each other. Secondly, the bookcase is usually vertical - it is narrow, in the shape of a pencil case. The rack is often horizontal. In addition, the bookcase is usually open on all sides, its design is light and airy. In contrast, the rack can have both back and side walls.
Initially, the bookcase served as a showcase - valuable books and beautiful things were displayed on it. Nowadays, this item can be used not only for decorative, but also for practical purposes. A bookcase is a wonderful solution for storing things that are in constant use. Everything is in sight and everything is at hand - this can make life significantly easier. But let's look at different options for incorporating bookcases into modern housing.
Shelves in living rooms
A shelving unit is a great choice for a living room that doesn't need a lot of closed storage space. The counter does not clutter up the space, but at the same time relieves it of uncomfortable emptiness.
Shelves on racks are a lightweight and elegant alternative to traditional display cases and cabinets.
Shelves in living rooms, as a rule, play an exclusively decorative role. Decorations, souvenirs, framed photographs or live plants are placed on the shelves. Garden-style shelves are often used for flower pots. Outwardly, they look like a stepladder.
Shelving units help create or emphasize symmetry in the living room. For this purpose, two identical racks are placed on both sides of any of the central objects. For example, on the sides of a TV stand, fireplace, sofa, etc.
Advantages of shelving
The floor shelf has been used for hundreds of years; it is a universal item that can be installed in any room and will be appropriate everywhere. The bookcase works especially well in confined spaces. Its design features are such that the search for things on the shelf can be done very quickly, and many different-sized items can be stored on it.
In addition to purely functional qualities, a well-chosen shelf can emphasize the style of the bathroom and become an important part of its interior. The bookcase is a direct confirmation of the principle that the most correct decisions are simple ones. In fact, a bookcase is several shelves connected to each other. It can be supplemented with a drawer that can be made retractable.
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Important! The wooden bookcase was used in ancient Rome, where it served as a keeper of books.
Today they store anything you want. Today they are made from various materials:
- various types of plastic;
- aluminum and steel;
- tempered glass and so on.
Modern shelves look very attractive and can become a useful decoration for any bathroom.
Shelves in kitchens and bathrooms
Here, the shelves on the racks perform a primarily utilitarian function - they are used to store dishes, utensils, and bath accessories. The design matches the role: shelves for kitchens and bathrooms are reliable, practical, and water-resistant. They can be plastic, glass, steel, forged. The height of kitchen and bathroom shelves is most often small.
Shelves in halls, corridors, hallways
Corner shelves are convenient in these rooms. But if the area allows, you can install a standard model.
In hallways, shelves on racks are functional: they are used to store hats, gloves, shoes, etc. To avoid chaos, things are stored in beautiful boxes and trunks.
In the corridors and halls, bookcases fill the voids. A narrow wall stand will not take up much space, but will add coziness. It is not at all necessary to fill the bookcase with a mass of decorative elements - you can place one item on each shelf.
How to organize space
The bathroom is a very functional room where various activities involving the use of water and elevated temperatures take place. Therefore, the selection of items for the bathroom should be carried out carefully and thoughtfully. They must, on the one hand, perform certain functions, and on the other, not interfere with doing the things for which it is intended in the bathroom. This is a difficult task, because the choice of furniture for this room is extremely limited by its small size.
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There, with rare exceptions, you cannot install a chest of drawers or a wardrobe, but in a bathroom of almost any size you can always install a beautiful shelf, for example, with chrome racks or shelves. The result is that everything a person needs to visit the bathroom: towels, detergents, cosmetics, hair brushes, shampoos, creams, and so on will be at arm's length from him.
Important: modern models of shelves have the ability to withstand significant weight, which allows you to store, for example, many kilograms of washing powder on them. At the same time, the shelf does not look like a foreign element even in a glamorous bathroom; the main thing is to choose it correctly to the existing interior. On the contrary, they give the room logical completeness and make this specific room cozy and comfortable. There are shelves that are mounted on the wall, which makes them resistant to external influences. Corner shelves are very convenient, capable of using hard-to-reach corners.
Shelves on balconies and loggias
Since our balconies and loggias are often very narrow, pencil cases are ideal for furnishing them. Here, as in the bathroom, the stand with shelves must be resistant to the external environment.
Staircase shelves (a la garden ones) are good for warm balconies. This furniture is designed specifically to accommodate living plants. Shelves with flower pots bring coziness and warmth to the mini-veranda.
Style and material
In vintage, classic and country interiors, shelves with crosses look great. They look very gentle, feminine, cozy. Forged products are also harmonious in these styles.
Shelving units on metal stands are suitable for modern furnishings. Externally, these items may look like warehouse racks.
Traditional wooden shelves, which have a rather heavy, massive appearance, are organic to the strict classics.
Shelving ladders are appropriate in any interior, especially if the goal is to create a “garden-natural” atmosphere.
Creative project using the “Kitchen shelf” technology
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Creative project on the topic: Shelf for a house Khanty - Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug - Yugra Tyumen Region COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION MUNICIPAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL SCHOOL No. 6 Pyt-Yakh 2013
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The life of each of us involves the need to work with a fairly large number of papers. As a result, both at work and at home, previously used or currently relevant newspapers, papers, magazines, and notebooks accumulate. Of course, this presupposes the need to store and fold them in some structured way. Otherwise, a situation will simply arise in which you will not be able to find the document you are interested in in a short time frame. This, in turn, can have an extremely negative impact on both your work, studies, and personal affairs.
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To achieve this goal, I have to solve a number of tasks: study material about the history of whatnots; consider several options for shelving designs and, based on them, develop your own version of the product so that this solution fits into the interior of the apartment; choose the appropriate material for making the shelf. Project goal: to make a bookcase.
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History and modernity
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The bookcase is made of coniferous wood, as it has a pronounced texture pattern, and the structure of the wood in the furniture is now emphasized in every possible way. The material for making the product must be dried. In addition, such defects as wormholes and resin pockets, which are most often found in coniferous wood, are unacceptable. Cross grain and knots are allowed, giving the product a unique color and more expressive texture.
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So that nothing interferes or distracts us during our work, we will start with the most important thing - the equipment of the workplace. Working in a well-equipped workplace is faster, more convenient, and more enjoyable. You can make crafts in any room, it is only important that it is dry and well ventilated. Be sure to pay attention to the correct lighting.
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When making the bookcase, I needed: a wood lathe, a jigsaw, a set of turning chisels, a screwdriver and a grinder.
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After weighing all the pros and cons, I chose the latest bookcase design because... in my opinion, it is quite beautiful, functional, does not spoil the impression of the interior, but can also become its decoration.
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The shelf consists of 19 parts: 3 shelves connected to each other along the perimeter using eight turned racks. The upper part of the shelf is decorated with 4 tips to give the product a finished look. The legs of the shelf are also made on a lathe. The shape of the stands, tips and legs is made in the same artistic style. With its large capacity, the bookcase is easy to perceive and does not overload the space with its appearance. The silhouette lines of the bookcase are thin and graceful, filling the interior with originality and style.
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When determining the cost of my bookcase, I summed up the cost of electricity, the cost of bars and sandpaper, as well as the cost of stain and varnish. The cost of depreciation of equipment and use of tools was not included in the cost of the product. In the end, the cost of the stand was 285 rubles, which is significantly less than the cost of the shelves that retail offers us. Price: 2170 rubles Price: 285 rubles
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The shelf is environmentally friendly and does not cause dangerous consequences to human health, as it is made of pure wood. The manufacturing technology, subject to safety precautions and sanitary standards, is also safe.
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Overall, I managed to achieve and implement my intended idea, and now our apartment will be decorated with a magnificent original bookcase. With its large capacity, the bookcase is easy to perceive and does not overload the space with its appearance. You can put decorative plants, ceramic vessels, wicker bags, and books on the shelves of the bookcase. A shelf can be the most key element in transforming the decor of an apartment.
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Advertisement Advertisement Where to put your travel trinkets? How to organize space in the bedroom for cosmetics? Such issues are easily resolved with the help of a bookcase. By choosing wooden bookcases, you are guaranteed to receive an exquisite piece of furniture that is durable, and in addition, they will become an excellent storage for books, photographs and other valuable items.
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