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Ikea stores have a large selection of different shelving units, so you can find anything to suit your taste. They are famous for their quality, safety and affordability.

Proper distribution of space in a living space is an important component of good living there. Before you select the necessary furniture, think over a plan for its placement in each room. A compromise solution is to use a Kallax shelving unit in the room.

In any residential building there are a large number of necessary and important items. For example flowers, toys, decorations. If there are no cabinets with shelves in the room, then the apartment will be in chaos. The presence of a rack will solve this problem, and will also add convenience to the room, saving space and comfort. In general, the rack will make your life more convenient and comfortable.

Minimum furniture unit

In the photo of the simplest IKEA shelves we see rectangular boards (white, black, wood effect), which are made in at least three sizes.

Hidden fastening systems give them a special charm and allow you to create original multi-level compositions on the walls.

They can be mounted near the floor or ceiling, they can cover an entire wall using symmetrical and asymmetrical layouts, they can be combined with drawers, partitions and chests of drawers, changing the appearance and increasing the functionality of large models.

How can zoning be done?

The design of an IKEA living room does not require reinventing the wheel; all ideas can be seen on the website or in showrooms. 3 zoning options:

Curtain. Simple, cheap and tasteful! The manufacturer suggests using it to separate the living room from the bedroom or office. And when the distinction is not needed, it is enough to simply remove the curtain to the wall.

Sofa. To show that one zone has ended and another has begun, place a sofa across it. Fortunately, IKEA models have neatly designed backs.
Rack. The usual KALLAX is a great option. Simultaneously solves the storage problem and divides space.

The photo shows an example of zoning with shelving

Universal open shelves

Niches, corners and simply free sections of walls in a modern house are equipped with shelves that simultaneously perform two functions - organizer and decor.

IKEA wall shelves are presented in a variety of designs (multi-storey and single, with or without a back wall, with drawers and horizontal partitions), fastener locations (bottom, top, hidden), materials (MDF, wood, combined options with silver, copper and ferrous metal, mesh).

There are models in minimalist, modern, country and retro styles.

Plowing hobby - only for women

Many types of arts and crafts require additional space, and before placing materials in chests of drawers or drawers, it is worth considering the option of a convenient and aesthetic composition that can be created using Ikea.

Mesh shelves, unusually narrow models and shelves with holders deserve special attention.

Paints, threads, fabrics, sets of beads, blanks and tools can create a unique and colorful display that will decorate the room and the calling card of its owner.

Using the same approach, you can remove nail polishes and other outwardly attractive cosmetics from dressing table drawers. A colorful and shiny parade on elegant IKEA shelves will become a spectacular decor for a modern boudoir.

Original idea - shifters

A number of models for the kitchen, bath and hallway, which are made in a neutral design, can be fixed in a non-standard way by turning them 180 degrees.

Their main feature is the presence of a horizontal stop, which when turned upside down turns into a hanger for towels or items with handles.

Another option is to rotate it 90 degrees, which transforms the dimensions of the shelf.

A long and narrow container installed close or flush to the floor can be used to store umbrellas, sports equipment, paper cases and other items of suitable size.

Selected models

These models are found less frequently in design projects, and their recognition is slightly lower. But that doesn't make it worse. The main thing is to choose a model that is suitable in style and size.

"Albert"

Natural wood (pine) looks beautiful even without treatment. But to protect against adverse effects, it is recommended to create a layer of transparent varnish. The untreated surface is suitable for applying paint and stain.

"Wilto"

The racks are produced in white and with a lacquer finish that leaves the texture of natural wood visible. Factory processing prevents damage to the base material. Such furniture can be installed in rooms with high humidity levels without additional protection.

"Lerberg"

Metal rack with inclined front supports. In this design, shelves of different widths are installed. The support zone provides good stability. However, to store heavy items, the manufacturer recommends using an additional wall mount.

"Fridlev"

The system is assembled from identical square blocks. The rack is used for zoning rooms when placing furniture vertically and horizontally. It is made of durable chipboard boards with a paper-based laminate. The end parts are protected by plastic covers.

Modular cubes

Storage cubes, single, with cross partitions or combined in a row, are another type of IKEA wall shelves.

They can be equipped with identical floor models.

A modular cabinet, assembled over an entire wall by combining wall-mounted and floor-mounted cubes, provides easy cleaning (the lower compartments easily slide out).

The advantage of such storages is the ability to use not only the bottom, but also the entire internal space, which is ideally realized when storing clothes, bed linen and other textiles.

Advantages of choosing a manufacturing company

The IKEA company is distinguished, first of all, by the guaranteed quality of the goods provided. All models from the catalog are made primarily from safe, environmentally friendly materials.

In addition, the particular popularity of IKEA is determined by a number of positive qualities:

Durability of manufactured products.
Wide price range, allowing each client to find “their” product.
A large assortment of furniture, different in shape, color, type of construction, internal and external design.
The availability of classic (paper) and electronic catalogs of IKEA shelves is also a definite advantage. A new product from the IKEA development team is a virtual modeling of the future interior, taking into account the purchased shelf.

The stability of the manufacturing company in the international furniture market determines the wide popularity of the product among consumers.

Organizer for children's room

A convenient personal wardrobe for clothes is an important attribute of a child’s independence and neatness.

A children's wardrobe assembled from cubes, filled with colorful T-shirts, pants and socks, will become a bright and useful decoration for a child's room. Combining cubes and shelves will also create convenient and spacious storage for toys.

Purpose of whatnots

When thinking about what interior items to choose, we want to achieve not only the ideal beauty of the room, but also achieve maximum practicality and functionality, so that the furniture serves to solve several problems. Therefore, we will talk about something that will be spectacular in the interior and useful in the household.

Flower stand IKEA. Who wouldn't want to artfully decorate a room with floral arrangements? By choosing such a solution, you can achieve excellent results. You can place on it all varieties and breeds of plants - leafy, flowering, and even trees. So that not only flowers, but also the piece of furniture itself decorates the space, you can purchase something that will not leave you indifferent and will allow you to achieve the optimal result in the design of the style: pay attention to the legs, forging, inlay. Of course, there are also expensive models that you will like.

A large number of flowers and seedlings can be compactly placed on a shelf

Shelf for books. It can be placed in a classic-style bedroom, a study, a children's room, a living room or even a hallway. There will always be something to fill such furniture with so that it becomes an original composition of the interior. After all, you must admit that there is not always a place in the room for a massive wardrobe or chest of drawers that could accommodate more books, and a bookcase will be exactly the piece of furniture that will solve this problem and last for many, many years. So, the volume of your favorite writer that you read at night will be waiting for you at arm's length.

Part of the home library will look great in the living room on a bookcase

Shoe rack. Shoes scattered around the hallway is a situation familiar to many. It’s good if it’s one pair of shoes, but what to do when there are a lot of them and everything for every taste? The optimal solution would be to choose a compact bookcase that will solve the problem of clutter and will noticeably please the eye.

The simplest version of a shoe rack made of wood painted white

Shelf for services and souvenirs. The modern IKEA market offers a large number of options for decent and original placement of services and figurines, various awards and any other little things that are dear to the owners.

The creative shape of the metal shelf structure will be complemented by glass shelves with souvenirs

The IKEA kitchen shelf is another original option that will allow you to achieve high-quality results in your kitchen space and serve as a reliable storage place for various utensils - newspapers, sets, plates and mugs, figurines and souvenirs. In general, its application can become universal; all that remains is to choose a practical solution.

Tabletop corner shelf for the kitchen

If you choose a product made with taste, you will live in comfort, and your friends will certainly appreciate your choice.

Game shelves

Another option for using IKEA cubes in a nursery is assembling a dollhouse.

In the compartments you can create not only models of rooms, so necessary for playing with dolls, but also create small worlds for boys - with space heroes, monsters or cars.

The main feature of such a shelf is the presence of walls and a ceiling, which increases the possibilities of decoration.

As the owner or mistress grows up, the contents of such a wall can be reviewed - the toys will go into the archives, freeing up space for teenage paraphernalia.

Plate shelf Törnviken - book holder

A simple and laconic shelf will allow you to place children's books with their covers facing outward - you won't have to look for your favorite book for a long time. At the bottom there are hooks on which you can hang children's things, toys or soft envelopes for small items.

We tell you what books to put on the shelf: books with smells, puzzles, LEDs and other special effects - what manufacturers will do to surprise and delight children.

Colored improvisations

The range of shelves and cubes in the catalog is presented not only in traditional white, black and wood shades. There are red, yellow, blue and gray options that are identical in size and texture.

With their help, you can create both spectacular paired contrasts and bright multi-color mosaics.

Which upholstered furniture is better to choose?

The king of the living room is the sofa! The store has a large assortment of upholstered furniture: it will not be difficult to find the right one in size, color, and functionality.

KLIPPAN is an economical option for a small living room. Size 180*88 cm will fit even in the smallest room. Suitable for two adults.
GIMMARD and BRISSUND are three-seater budget models that transform into a bed. The transformation mechanism is an ordinary book, under the seat there is a spacious drawer for storing bedding. There are both straight models and corner ones - with a chaise longue.
A more modern and stylish straight sofa bed is a bright ASKESTA. Features of the model - a click-clack transformation mechanism and a large linen drawer. Corner option - HOLMSUND with a dolphin mechanism, the linen box is located under the ottoman.
If the covers of previous models are made of fabric, then GESSBERG and LIDHULT are distinguished by leather upholstery. The first is folding, the second is static.

Shelves with legs

Open floor cabinets with shelves of the same size are classified as bookcases, but their filling options can be very different.

Combining two high segments with a wide wall shelf can become a frame for a doorway. Corner and U-shaped kits are used to fill niches.

Several narrow and transparent shelves are used to create partitions for zoning a room.

A book shelf from the IKEA collection, thanks to the ergonomics of materials and coatings, can even become part of the kitchen furniture.

Production models

These are the stars in the Swedish manufacturer's range. You can even meet them in design projects. The reasons for its popularity are simple. This is ease of planning, simplicity of design and versatility. After easy customization, the furniture can fit not only into a Scandinavian, but even into a modern interior or loft. Let's take a closer look at the production models.

"Eket"

The Eket storage system is modular shelving in different colors, consisting of square compartments. The compartments can be combined with each other, experimenting with sizes and palettes. Moreover, you can create your own design project in a convenient planner on the website. But there are also ready-made options. Moreover, IKEA designers have already thought through both horizontal and vertical solutions, small and large-scale.

"Havsta"

Open modules with long shelves are used to store books. The rack can be placed on the Havsta series cabinet. In the floor-standing installation option, a plinth element of the appropriate size is used.

"Kallax" in the interior

Externally, Kallax resembles Eket. These are the same square modules, but in this case they are combined into groups. They can be placed horizontally or vertically. They are complemented by shelves with different doors, drawers and boxes. The series also includes ready-made solutions with a desk. "Kallax" can be used in almost every room, but it fits especially well into the space of a nursery. An inexpensive solution for storing toys and baby supplies. Interesting things: doors coated for chalk drawing and a house for a cat.

"Fjällbo"

The reliable metal frame is complemented by beautiful wooden shelves. Adjustable height supports provide stability on uneven floors. Durable furniture is suitable for placing home video and audio equipment. The absence of a rear wall simplifies connection to the power supply. Lattice doors allow control signals from the remote control to pass through.

"Ivar"

A wooden system that IKEA has been producing for over 50 years. The range is constantly expanding, and today it is no longer just wooden shelves for painting. They come with cute doors with bamboo mesh, all kinds of drawers, baskets and shelves. There are also metal models.

The Ivar system is designed for customization: pure wood can be painted or stained, emphasizing the structure of the material.

"Svalnes"

The most Scandinavian series available. Svalnes items are made of bamboo, complemented by white metal. The range includes not only shelves and racks, but entire panels, including a tabletop to create a cozy workplace and storage drawers. Modules can be combined with each other.

"Gnedby"

This successful model has been in the IKEA range since 1979. Shelving with rear walls is well suited for storing books. Shelves can be installed at the required height. Other high-pressure laminate finishes on the side panels prevent scratches.

"Lakk"

The “Lakk” furniture series includes models that will be appreciated by fans of simple, uncomplicated design. In the interior, the white Lack shelf from IKEA will be almost invisible. You can make a group out of several wall shelves and supplement it with a shelf module. It is only 30 cm wide, so it can take up space in an empty corner.

"Lobster"

Lattice shelves or baskets are installed on metal racks. This system is suitable for rooms with high humidity levels. The neutral appearance harmonizes with different design solutions.

"Vitsjö"

The Vitshö series was created for fans of the industrial style. All the cabinets and display cases here are reminiscent of the exhibition. They are made of metal and glass. There are both single cabinets and entire systems up to 3 meters wide.

Closed shelves

Wall shelves with sliding and hinged doors, the main advantage of which is their tightness and neat appearance, can be used in modular compositions.

This will not only expand the functions of the improvised wall, but also add a stylish accent that will dilute the monotony of the open compartments.

TV cabinet or shelves: which is better?

Special IKEA walls for media equipment are designs developed by designers, consisting of closed and open compartments, but they are not always suitable in size.

Many people prefer to leave a free wall with a screen for which they can choose an almost invisible pedestal or make a pendant.

A modern media library can fit on a small media, and you have to fill numerous compartments of the closet with things that do not necessarily need to be stored in the living room. Shelves can be a good alternative to free up space.

Imitation of closedness

Baskets and boxes made of plastic, burlap or twigs, as well as modular wall cubes, closed on the sides and top, can be placed on open shelves, acting as a drawer.

This approach ensures ease of maintenance and mobility: you can change the appearance and function of the wall in a matter of minutes by changing the configuration of the storage units.

Open compartments create an optical effect of expanding space, but overdoing it can lead to the opposite effect.

Closed shelves allow you to bring logic and rigor to the design solution.

Shelf structures LAKK

It is worth getting acquainted with this type of shelves separately. The series is unique in that its appearance is no different from ordinary wall shelves made of laminated chipboard.

But the inner part contains a metal frame. It significantly strengthens the load-bearing parameters and strength characteristics of the product. Therefore, installation is carried out as follows.

Initially, the frame metal structure is fastened to the wall. A dowel is used for this. The size of the nail is impressive - six millimeters in diameter.

Only after this is the actual outer part put on from the outside, which is secured to the frame. The shelf itself weighs three kilograms. The dimensions are 30, 26 and 5 centimeters in length, depth and height, respectively.

Combination options

By selecting shelves, cubes and rectangular shelving of the same thickness, they can be joined on the wall to create all sorts of configurations.

This large organizer can fill the space around your desk or take up a wall in your closet.

The asymmetrical arrangement allows you to vary the dimensions of the compartments, which can be marked according to the size of things.

Choice of color and material

The color of the shelf should match the interior of the room. Do not fall out of the general color scheme, but, on the contrary, correspond to it. It is possible to use colors in this way, for example, light colors predominate in the room (white, beige, sky blue, etc.), then the shelf should be approximately the same color.

An exception would be the use of contrasting colors in bedroom design, when light walls contrast with a darker bed and bedside tables, then the color of the shelf is matched to the furniture. This is what they do when decorating a classic bedroom.

It happens that they make the shelves blend in with the wall in color, and it seems as if the objects standing on it are hanging in the air.

Sometimes shelves are specially highlighted in color from the overall interior; this technique is mainly used when arranging children's rooms next to the bed.

The material used for the manufacture of shelves, racks and whatnots is very diverse. It can be solid wood, fiberboard, chipboard, chipboard, plywood, metal, glass and many others. etc.

But, of course, the most common is chipboard. This is due to the price. Relatively inexpensive material with a wide range of colors. An equally convenient material for a shelf would be solid wood.

Possessing such qualities as ease of processing and wide availability, wood has always been used for making furniture.

Always at hand: simple and convenient

Plates attached to the wall become a successful replacement for bedside tables. You can store the necessary things on them without cluttering the floor and leaving access to cleaning the dust that accumulates under the bed.

Things that have a habit of getting lost (keys, remote controls, glasses) can be stored on pedestals in the form of small IKEA shelves fixed in convenient places.

A wide shelf with a bottom fastening can be a compact replacement for a kitchen, coffee or bar table.

IKEA assortment and nuances of placement in the interior

An ideal option for those who want to zone a room is Ikea wall shelves. Firstly, they are multifunctional. And secondly, with a creative approach to installation, they have many options for placement on the wall and make it possible to create interesting compositions.

Fans of experiments should complement this splendor with built-in lighting - the costs are minimal, and the effect is simply gorgeous!

Ikea wall shelves are presented in a variety of models: from the original to the simplest and from the elite to the most inexpensive. And if the former can serve as a bright decorative design element, the latter will be a successful solution to the problem of lack of space.

Both are endowed with similar qualities - modern, durable, easy to assemble and install.

And for those who like to sit comfortably with a book, Ikea book shelves will cheer you up for a long time. An open bookshelf placed above your favorite chair or sofa will allow you to look through your favorite work in your free minutes - you just have to stretch out your hand.

If you decide to hang a bookshelf in the living room, pay attention to closed options with sliding doors - they are not only decorative, but also extremely practical: for example, you can place a TV on such a shelf.

If there is no free wall in the room or you don’t want to cover it, an Ikea corner shelf will help out. Often such a design, made of plastic or glass, becomes an element of the design of a bathroom, the footage of which is very limited.

This shelf is incredibly compact and at the same time allows you to store both cosmetics and household chemicals at hand.

Advantages of wooden shelving

Most often in IKEA you can find models made from materials such as:

Chipboard is a chipboard.
Hardware.
And also plastic ones, which are the most budget-friendly.

But today wooden models are very popular. Wood cannot be compared with any plastic or metal. A wooden shelving unit in a home is always beautiful and elegant. With its help you can decorate any interior, adding utilitarian characteristics to it.

Advantages of wooden shelving. The advantages of such material are obvious. First of all, environmentally friendly components. Such material does not harm the human body and does not emit any toxic substances. The same cannot be said about plastic.

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Wooden shelving fits perfectly into any modern or classic style. Many designers focus on such models, as they create additional coziness and comfort in the living space.

Difficulty of choice

As already mentioned, it is not at all necessary to buy an expensive or original shelf. A simple model can dilute the interior and add a new accent. Decide on the size, design, look at the catalog - a thoughtful purchase will delight you for many years.

If you want something completely unusual, contact a furniture manufacturing company.

Installation methods

The piece of furniture consists of fastened shelves, which are arranged in several tiers and are not equipped with doors. They must be positioned so that all the elements are at hand and do not interfere with normal life activities.

One floor-mounted stand that also acts as a shelf mount. Such shelves are made in different size variations: the smallest one is placed on top, followed by a shelf of larger dimensions. Such a shelf can fit into any interior decoration, and the shelves can be made in a rotating format.

Metal flower rack with different shelf capacities

Advice! The most convenient model is the 4-legged design, since it can withstand the load of even the heaviest objects, including flower pots. In the kitchen, such furniture will provide the housewife with proper storage of spices and products.

Stable, practical metal shelf on four wheels

Hanging shelves will fit perfectly into small houses where every centimeter of space is precious. If you select several models and place them on different sides of the walls or in corners, this will visually expand the space.

Hanging shelf with glass door

You can also pay attention to such a design as the IKEA shoe rack - an excellent option for those who want to create maximum comfort, coziness in their hallway and achieve high-quality interior design through inexpensive and small details. This way you can place such an important and stylish accessory in your hallway.

An excellent option for shelves in the hallway for shoes

Your further convenience in using the furniture depends on how successfully the model is selected. In a home interior, such exquisite products will look original and attractive.

Advantages of shelves from Ikea

Depending on your needs, the Swedish company Ikea produces several types of shelving that are completely different in functionality. The main advantages of Ikea shelving are:
The variety of materials used in manufacturing will ensure storage of both relatively heavy and bulky items and small items;
The use of open and closed boxes when making shelves will protect you from prying eyes or, conversely, will allow you to display figurines and souvenirs;
A large selection of designs, including both fastening the racks to the wall, and mobile models, or stationary ones without fixation.

The full catalog of Ikea shelving will provide a large selection of models to fully satisfy any need, both in terms of design and functionality. In the Ikea shelving catalog, the photos show only some of the options for using furniture; experienced designers can easily select a model that suits a specific interior.

Shelves and racks from Ikea have become widespread in the interior of kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, pantries, and sometimes in offices.

IKEA shelves from the 2022 catalog

The shelves are particularly successful among Ikea products: the breadth of the product range and the wide price range have won the hearts of customers. You don’t need to be a professional designer, because it’s so easy to zone the rooms yourself and add fresh notes to the interior with shelves from Ikea. The new catalog for 2022 presents many photos of Ikea shelves; it will help you save your time and make your choice in advance.

In any apartment there will always be a lot of small items, such as books, CDs, just sweet souvenirs and little things. Placing them in closets is inconvenient and impractical. In this case, a properly selected shelf can significantly save space. Take a look at our catalog - and you will be pleasantly surprised how well Ikea shelves look in the interior of even the smallest apartments.

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Wood, metal, plastic, glass - a variety of materials allows you to choose a shelf that will organically fit into any style. And all this - for a reasonable price!

Shelves from Ikea in the interior of rooms

Many people believe that a metal shelving unit will not fit into the interior. Ikea has made metal shelving a highlight, allowing you to place massive objects that, thanks to various designs, are perfect for the interior of almost any kitchen, pantry or cottage.

High strength will not allow boxes with seedlings or heavy jars of pickles to crush the seemingly weightless structure.

Bookshelves from Ikea are of high quality and have a huge selection, so they are perfect for any interior. They can be either with lockable drawers or completely open. In addition, with such a rack you can divide the room into a work area and a guest area, other options are possible.

Bookshelves produced by IKEA can be single-level or multi-level, suitable for installing various large decorative elements on the top shelf.

Free space in the corner of the room can be filled with corner shelving from Ikea. Moreover, such a rack will not only fill the void, but will also allow you to make the most efficient use of the free space.

In the interior of bright rooms, a white Ikea shelving unit will look harmonious, but sometimes a contrasting design is used, in which case all the furniture is white, and the walls and floors are dark tones.

For placement in the center of the room, hanging racks that are mounted on the wall are often used.

Typically, decorative items are located on the upper shelves, and frequently used items are located on the lower shelves.

For creative people who like to change their decor frequently, Ikea produces shelving models with wheels that make it easy to change the entire look of a room without any extra effort.

In some cases, not one, but several different models of shelving are used in one room, combining or, conversely, contrasting with each other.

Designers use one model to break up a room, and the second is used for everyday little things and can be mounted on the wall or placed in another place.

The number of options for using Ikea shelving is endless. Therefore, when choosing furniture, you should first select a model to suit your needs, and only then select the color and other parameters.

Useful little things for the nursery from Ikea

The company's specialists have figured out how to create comfort in a teenager's room, and Ikea also saves parents money. All furniture consists of unified modules, so when there is not enough space to store things, you don’t have to spend money on purchasing a new cabinet, just buy an additional basket or wall shelf. They are always on sale.

Containers for cribs are a useful thing for mothers. While the baby cannot walk, they can be hung on the side. All the little things you need to care for your baby (bottles, diapers, creams) will be at hand.

All preschool children love to hide. Experts took this into account and designed canopies for the beds. A decorative element from Ikea brings a fairy-tale touch to the design of a children's room. The children liked the idea.

It’s easy to make a cozy place to relax from a low shelving unit. For this you need a mattress and several decorative pillows. On such a couch it is convenient for a child to dream, listen to music, and read.

A multifunctional hanger is another useful little thing. It will help clean up the room and also decorate it. It will fit your child’s favorite soft toys - bears, bunnies, mice, dolls.

Boys will love it if they have a magnetic knife strip in their room. It is useful for cars and other small metal items. Place a board (chalk, cork) in the student’s work area. It is convenient to stick notes, photographs, drawings on it. For preschoolers, Mola's easel, crayons and markers are suitable.

Hangers with hooks and hanging modules with several compartments will serve as storage spaces if the room does not have space for a closet, chest of drawers, or shelving. In such a situation, bed pockets would be a good solution:

Meilighet - 75 × 27 cm;
Stikkat – 39 × 30 cm.

Kitchen containers are suitable for markers, pencils, and other small items. They are hung on the headboard of the bed. Children love this design solution. They enjoy arranging their supplies in colorful containers.

Types and designs

There are many options for shelves in the kitchen. They may differ in size, design, and method of attachment. It will become easier to navigate this diversity if you divide existing models into groups.

Wall shelves

They can be mounted anywhere: on a blank wall under a lamp, near a window opening, in a narrow partition next to a ventilation shaft. Any niche will turn into a convenient shelving unit if it is filled from bottom to top with open kitchen shelves.

Add to this neat doors and a couple of drawers - and now you already have a full-fledged built-in wardrobe.

Wall-mounted storage systems can be attached to the side walls in any way:

Through the corners to the side surfaces. Here, the length of the board directly depends on the distance between the walls where you have to install the kitchen shelf.

But even if the niche is very small, don’t let it be empty: store something small here, for example, spices.

Using side stops. Ikea has offered a convenient option for such models, where the edges of the shelves are hidden directly in the grooves of the console mounts. You can cut the main board to the required size or cut out channels for the wiring of the built-in lamp, and then simply insert the shelf into the frame as if nothing had happened.

On hidden fasteners. In this case, a cantilever strip is screwed to the wall, onto which a thick shelf with a selected longitudinal groove is placed. It may well be replaced by anchors for special recessed hinges or long steel studs.

Such powerful shelves are good because you can easily hide built-in lamps or LED strip in them.

By the way, today interior designers prefer shelves with hidden fastenings. Outwardly, it looks as if the entire console is simply built into the wall - very impressive!

Open lockers

A wall-mounted module with open shelves for the kitchen looks like half of a cabinet, with a back wall, a top lid and even some sides, but no main thing: a bottom and doors. Such models look great in country-style interiors.

A striking example is the nice Liatorp design from Ikea made of chipboard and solid beech.

Such an unusual, albeit slightly bulky, shelf in the kitchen turns out to be quite convenient for several reasons:

The dishes standing on it are easy to reach, and the decoration on the walls does not get wet or dirty.
The top lid can also be used to store utensils that you rarely use.
Here you can install functional lamps that turn a half-cabinet into a display case for beautiful dishes, or diodes that create a soft background glow.

A beautifully designed shelf in the kitchen, installed above a cabinet of the same width, can create the illusion of a classic buffet. It can be difficult to find a full-fledged china cabinet that would be in harmony with the rest of the decor.

And there are no problems here: you form a furniture wall from Ikea frames, fronts and drawers - instead of one hanging module, take an open shelf in color.

Mezzanine shelves - horizontal cabinets without fronts - should also be included in this group. They can be attached to the wall or used to increase the height of the kitchen set. In the Ikea catalog, such shelves are represented by the laconic Hemnes and Billy models, as well as the frivolous Klimpen mini-shelf.

Console

This kitchen shelf deserves special attention. A distinctive feature of the cantilever design: metal corners or stops that take on the entire load and transfer it to the wall. Such models are the easiest to install and therefore very popular.

For example, in the Ikea catalog there are 16 different console-type shelves.

They can withstand quite a lot of weight, but due to the way they are fastened, they cannot be secured everywhere: protruding metal elements interfere with the placement of other objects.

Returning to the Ikea assortment, it is worth saying that this store has a truly unique offer - stylish consoles from the Ekbi series. There are several options for using such a shelf in the kitchen, because in addition to the main plane, there are also a couple of drawers.

It will be convenient to store all kinds of kitchen small things in them :

spices;
recipe magazines;
potholders and napkins;
cutlery.

This is exactly the rare case when the presence of an open shelf in the kitchen does not create a feeling of clutter due to small items on display - they are all securely hidden behind the blank walls of compact drawers.

Hanging

Quite a rare type of shelves that are attached to the ceiling. As a rule, they are placed directly above the bar table or kitchen island, if the room is spacious enough and a bulky storage system does not spoil the interior. In any case, it is better to choose through structures, that is, absolutely without side walls or at least without a back shield.

This way they will look lighter, and they will become more convenient to use.

Alternatively, you can attach lamps to the bottom of the hanging shelf to illuminate the work area, and store spices and pots of herbs at the top.

Manufacturing materials

Glass furniture is not damaged by moisture and retains its good appearance during long-term use. Even large transparent products do not look bulky. The heavy weight makes it difficult to move. The fragile structure must be used with caution.

A similar approach is used to test other materials in order to correctly compare the characteristic advantages and disadvantages.

Natural wood

A unique wood cut pattern decorates the interior. However, even high-quality impregnation and durable varnish coating are not able to provide reliable protection from adverse influences. Products made from such materials are damaged by changes in humidity and temperature. It is not recommended to expose the surface to direct sunlight. For care, you should use special products that do not contain abrasives.

Chipboard

Modern laminate realistically imitates natural patterns and creates a reliable protective layer. Even when viewed at close range, it is impossible to see the differences from the original. Chipboards are cheaper compared to wood. During the operation of furniture, it is necessary to periodically check the integrity of the fastenings.

Plastic

Light weight makes the racks easy to assemble and move. For periodic cleaning it is allowed to use standard detergents. Plastic furniture can be safely installed in the bathroom and on the open veranda. Products retain functionality and appearance in conditions of high humidity.

We should not forget about possible damage to structures from a strong blow or a sharp object.

Metal

This option is used for the manufacture of strong, durable furniture. Glass and wooden shelves, inserts and partitions made of chipboard are installed on the metal frame. Reliable products are used for storing heavy items, such as flower stands or large audio and video equipment.

Design

The decorative functions of kitchen shelves are no less important for creating a cozy interior. However, there are no particular difficulties here - just select the right materials for a particular style of room, and trust the rest to the arranged utensils and accessories:

For classic and rustic interiors, shelves made of solid wood or its substitutes, covered with veneer or laminating film with the desired pattern, are suitable.
Modern styles also allow the use of such models, but glass shelves with built-in diodes that create amazing lighting effects look best here.

The color scheme is no less important. Decorative shelves can almost completely blend into the wall if you need to maximize the space. In interiors overloaded with details, it is better to use models that echo the main set.

And if the overall kitchen design seems bland, contrasting colors would be more appropriate.

And don't forget about built-in lights - kitchen shelves are perfect for placing them, giving the whole room a more modern look. Such designs, located directly above the table, will make it easier for you to prepare dinner, and in a tight space they will help create unusual lighting effects, visually expanding a small area.

A kitchen with open shelves always looks more elegant and cozy, because in plain sight we keep the most beautiful dishes and stylish accessories that complement the interior. And such systems also allow you to fill the room with air: the absence of bulky modules makes the design of the work area more expressive and light, and the kitchen really spacious.

Shelf designs for storing shoes

Everyone wants their shoes to be in order and waiting for their owner in their place. It is not difficult to organize such a process when there is a reliable “helper” in the house - an IKEA shoe rack.

To prevent couples from getting confused and creating confusion before going out, it is best to purchase a so-called “overshoe.” Then each specific couple will always wait for the owner in a specific place. There is usually a special section for hats, scarves and gloves.