Tired of messy piles of books? Check out these clever book storage ideas that will transform your space into a stylish and organized haven.
As any book lover knows, finding the perfect storage solution for a growing book collection can be a challenge. If you find yourself drowning in a sea of books with nowhere to put them, you are in the right place!
We’ve scoured the web for the most innovative and stylish book storage ideas that will have you organizing your books in no time.
Creative Book Storage Ideas
Forget about traditional bookshelves – it’s time to get creative! One brilliant idea is utilizing unconventional spaces to store your books.
Consider turning unused staircases into cozy reading nooks with built-in shelves underneath each step – it not only maximizes space but also adds an element of surprise to your home decor.
Another unexpected idea is to transform everyday objects into stunning book storage displays. Picture frames can do more than showcase photos; turn them into floating shelves by removing the glass and inserting wooden planks across the back at different heights.
It doesn’t take a long time to complete this project and you can even add colorful book covers to create a visually striking display!
If you enjoy a good DIY project, how about repurposing a vintage suitcase? We repurposed one as a medicine cabinet, but you could use a similar concept for books. Or stack several suitcases on top of each other, creating a unique display while providing much-needed storage.
And don’t discount the idea of some simple, DIY bookends! Sometimes a little decorative touch to keep things organized is all you need.
Now that we’ve talked about a few simple book storage options, let’s get to these easy storage solutions so you can get your book collection organized in no time!
20 Book Storage Ideas
Here are 20 fantastic ways to showcase and store your favorite reads.
In my own home, I try to make use of "unusable" space whenever I can...under the beds, behind doors.
These secret spots can be a treasure trove for creating storage space, and that's what we did in our daughter's bedroom on the back of her closet doors. Wire baskets created a great place to store lots and lots of books!
Save money and space with unique DIY rain gutter bookshelves that you can make for under $10! Create a picture ledge to showcase your children's books in style.
My son is the biggest bookworm in our family, so I needed LOTS of places in his smallish room to store allll the books.
His books are in cubbies, on nightstands, and in his closet. But I also found these awesome train-themed wall pockets that fit a good amount of books, and they also work perfectly with the theme for his bedroom decor...win-win!
These were originally from PBKids, but you can often find them on Poshmark, Ebay and similar sites now.
Use wooden crates to create a functional and stylish solution for all your books and more! These crates don't take up much storage space and they are inexpensive to make.
Add gorgeous rainbow bookshelves to your home. It's a great way to display your books in a unique color scheme that reflects your personal style.
Maximize your living space with this Billy Bookcase IKEA Hack. It's the perfect way to organize a wall of books and add style with a library ladder for easy access to larger books. If you have high ceilings and a home library this is a great option.
And if you're a fan of IKEA Billy, check these out, too!
A great way to organize a book collection in a living room, is to build an entire wall of built-in shelves.
Carrie from Lovely, etc. used IKEA bookshelves for this amazing DIY project. This is a book lovers dream and the perfect solution to organize those stacks of books!
Create a cohesive look in your small space with this invisible floating bookshelf tutorial. Learn the best way to showcase your favorite books.
Make bedtime stories a breeze with organized kids' books! Discover the simplicity of book ledges for easy access in your kid's bedroom.
Here is a great idea for little kids. Create book baskets, or bins, that can be placed on a lower shelf for easy access. Don't forget the small touches, like adding pops of color with vinyl or stickers.
Create charming book slings for your child's bedroom with these easy DIY steps. Perfect for little hands to store and display their favorite books.
Make reading fun and accessible with this easy DIY book caddy perfect for young children. Keep books organized and within easy reach.
Step up your comic book game with this easy-to-build DIY display shelf. Create a stunning showcase for your favorite heroes and villains.
Create the ultimate cozy reading nook with built-in book storage. This would be great for adults and kids of all ages!
If you have a lot of books you know storage can sometimes be a problem. Incorporate decorative items into a built-in book shelf along with your favourite book collection.
A hanging DIY book rack is a great option for book storage because it doesn't take up a lot of space. Get the full tutorial so you can make your own book bins!
Store books in a colorful milk crate or wood storage bin that you can decorate with paint or colorful paper. It's the best option for kids' books as it is low to the ground and takes up little space. The great thing about this is the kids can help decorate it!
Kids can organize their picture books in these wall hanging book shelves. It doesn't take up a ton of wall space so it works for a small bedroom. You can even create several if you have a larger space.
Book ledges are a perfect DIY for kids’ books. Younger kids can use the bottom shelf and older kids can use the top shelf. It's a great addition to any playroom or bedroom. It also works for small books in a nursery.
Nancy from Artsy Chicks Rule came up with a great storage solution for heavy books.
She found an antique book rack table and gave it a gorgeous makeover with paint and a floral graphic. This is such a stunning piece. Check out what the before looked like!
So, what do you think about these creative ways to store your books? Are you inspired to try one of these ideas? If so, leave a comment below and let us know which one is your favorite.
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