7 Ways to Decorate your Bookshelf

7 Ways to Decorate your Bookshelf

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Books! You never go to bed without them and you can almost hear them speak to you when you are alone. They are your loyal friends and you have them lying around practically all over the house, more so than in the bookshelf! Don’t you think you should do justice to the paradise that is your bookshelf? No, you don’t have to call your interior designer for help, nor your architect to build you one. Here are seven simple yet functional ideas to decorate your bookshelf. It’s time to take things in your own hands and have some fun in the process!

1. Colour – co-ordinate your books

Use the colourful spines of books to your creative advantage. Arrange books of similar colours together to make a colourful bookshelf. This will reflect best when the interiors of your bookshelf are painted with gentle pastels like beige, white or yellow. You may even go the extra step to create a gradient effect by strategically arranging the books so the colours can fade and intensify!

2. Paint the interiors of your bookshelf with a colour that contrasts with the room

It’s a simple idea but has proven to be the most effective and popular by far. Choose bright colours like red, orange, yellow or blue to paint the interiors of your bookshelf. The bookshelf will stand out in your room, giving it the required attention.

3. Bookshelves need not be all about books

Who said bookshelves are all about books? Bring a touch of ingenuity to your bookshelf by striking a clear balance between books and decorative objects such as photo frames, flower vases, cushions or anything that inspires you. Think out of the box and make your bookshelf look a piece of beauty!

4. Stack your books to create a variety

Diversify and organise your bookshelf by simply alternating the book arrangement. You can stack them horizontally or make them lean them against the wall. This will not only create a trendy look, but also break the otherwise monotonous tone.

5. Use attractive wallpapers for the interiors of the shelf

Using wallpapers, you can make your bookshelf look anything from metallic to ethnic to funky to glossy. They can tell a story or they can just speak of impeccable taste. Wallpapers breathe life into your bookshelf when you use bold prints and patterns. There are plenty of designs available online to choose from.

6. Use creative bookends

Do you have flower vases, ceramic figurines, souvenirs, photographs or plain toys that deserve to be showcased? They are your ideal bookends. Trade them for the traditional ‘L’ bookends and give a new definition to your bookshelf.

7. Lighten up your bookshelf

If you don’t have reading lights to brighten up your bookshelf, don’t worry. Use small table lamps, magma stone candles or serial lights. They cost you practically nothing and are showstoppers in your bookshelf. If you’re using candles, take precautions and place them at a distance from the books or use candle domes.

Do you have any other ideas? Do share it here!