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How to Decorate a Bookshelf

Bookshelves showcasing great literary works can enhance any decor. Organize books, photos and memorabilia on bookshelves in a way that reflects your taste and style. Here's how.

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    Instructions

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        Arrange books by subject matter. This is mostly for your own convenience, but can also be noticeable to a true book lover.

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        Find your most attractively bound books and place them in the middle sections of your shelves. Start on opposites sides with books on every other shelf with a bookend at the end.

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        Save shelf space for family photos. Group photos of kids near children's books for a nice touch.

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        Store folded quilts on a lower shelf to make the area seem cozy. Use basket storage that fits into lower shelves for baby books and small toys.

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        Use indirect lighting either from above the shelves or inside the shelves.

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        Place keepsakes in front of books that aren't used very often or alternate book shelves with figurines or other small artwork.

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        Decorate the inside back panels of shelves. Paint them with the same color as the surrounding wall or a contrasting color. You also can use a mirrored tile.

    Tips & Warnings

    • Look for book shelf units that can be configured in a variety of ways. Use glass doors with a few of your shelves to give them a finished look.

    • Add trim pieces to the outside and front edges of shelves to give plain, inexpensive shelves a modern look.

    • Books and bookshelves are really about personality. Look for items around the house that are unique to your family and include those as a part of bookshelf decor.

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