For the ones with little space where the household or decorative objects can be stored or displayed, corner shelves are the ideal solution, but finding the ones to fit exactly in a furniture store can be a rather difficult task, so, it is easier and cheaper to learn how to build a corner shelf at home.

Things You Need to Know Before You Begin

First of all, there are many ways in which a corner shelf can be useful. In the living-room, you can put the TV or DVD player on one, or use it as a support for decorative figurines or lamps. In the bathroom or kitchen, you can store the objects you use the most, like china, spices, towels or toiletry objects.

The bottom line is that you have to think very well about what kind of material to use when you make the corner shelves. It should be resistant enough to sustain the weight of the objects placed on the top of the shelf. Also, if you plan to attach it directly to the wall, the holes must be easy to drill, without damaging the structure of the material.
What Materials Are the Best

Wood is the classic material used for pieces of furniture as wall shelves, but, in case of bathrooms or kitchens, where the exposure to water and vapors is higher than in the rest of the house, it isn’t always the brightest choice. That is because of the possibility to be damaged. For example, after a while, your shelf could get curved in the middle or expand and no longer allow the doors to be closed properly.
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The time has come to put those empty corners in your house to use, but before that, you must buy the right corner self, or more.  How will that help you? Corner shelves are classy and offer you the possibility to store various things on them. And the best thing about them is you can place them anywhere in the house, be it the bathroom, kitchen, living or the hallway. Besides being extremely useful and discreet, they are also attractive. Next, we will take a glance at what a buyer should consider before buying a corner shelving unit.

1. Make up your mind on what type of shelf you would like: a decorative one, or a floating one, for example? Maybe a wall mounted cube shelf would be better for you? Ask Mr. Internet about what type fits your home best if you don’t trust your feelings. Just because you like something, it doesn’t mean it will blend in harmoniously with the rest of the room.
2. If you are looking for a corner shelf that will mostly serve a decorative purpose, the glass ones are a good choice for any house. Glass looks good in almost any circumstance, and is also able to support a bit of weight, should you choose to give it a utilitarian purpose. Plus, maintenance is fairly easy to perform – just wipe it clean of dust once in a while. Glass shelves are a bathroom’s favorite type of furniture. Wood shelves are also a good choice. Just be careful about moisture. They are, however, more suitable for practical uses instead of just sitting around looking good.
3. Corner shelves that will see heavy loads have to be carefully selected. Make sure that, if you choose a unit that will be mounted directly on the wall, the binding is strong enough. You would not want the corner shelf to break down when a few books or trinkets are placed on it, would you? For stability and mobility at the same time, you might want to consider the fan-shaped shelves that can stand on their own “feet.”  Wood is the best candidate as far as materials are concerned, but wire shelves can be good too. The latter is good for closed spaces like closets or pantries.
4. A corner shelf should have a long life. This part could get tricky as there is nothing to guarantee something will last throughout the years. But, usually, the company name is a good indication of quality. Of course, more research is in order. That means to look up reviews on the specific corner shelving unit that caught your attention.
5.  Budget. Keep a cool mind when shopping. The out of reach prices you see do not necessarily indicate top quality. And instead of buying something very expensive that will not agree with the rest of your kitchen or bathroom, you should aim for that less costly shelf you see that will work perfectly with the aforementioned rooms.

All in all, choosing a corner shelf is not that difficult; just keep the aspects above in mind and remember that you should do a little research before making any choice. Check out our ”Store” page for some examples and information about them, maybe you will find the one you like…

Home remodeling projects are complex and challenging in terms of time and resources that have to be invested, which is why a simple element like a corner shelf may often be overlooked.

That is unfortunate, because this small piece of furniture can completely change the looks and the functionality of every room in your home, from the kitchen and the hallway to the living room and the dining room.

The Benefits of Using Corner Shelves

• They can provide valuable place for storage – don’t you think your family pictures deserve a place of their own, with the light falling from the right angle, somewhere where they won’t be moved over every time someone turns around looking for a pen or a remote? A corner shelf can offer the perfect place for that. It can also accommodate souvenirs, papers, keys and basically anything you put your mind to.
• They can bring a touch of elegance and fine taste to the surrounding furniture – there are so many models you can choose from, in so many colors and shapes, that it would be impossible not to find something to your liking. Your new corner shelf unit could even be used to display your most precious decorations and fill the room with colors, shades or flower perfume.
• They save space – Just calculate how many things you can store on your corner shelf and what other piece of furniture could be placed there, to take just as little space and look just as beautiful. You have to admit rooms appear a lot bigger when corner shelves are used instead of traditional furniture, especially since, just like traditional furniture, they can accommodate drawers as well.
• They are easy to assemble – depending on the materials and the design, assembling a corner shelf should not take more than a couple of minutes. It could be something already made, that just needs to be pushed in place, or it could be a corner wall shelf that requires fixing. Even if the second option may appear a bit more complicated, it is actually resumed to drilling a couple of holes in the walls to introduce the screws that will support the shelves.
• They are affordable – believe it or not, these pieces of furniture can be found just about everywhere, from supermarkets to furniture fares, for quite affordable prices. Of course, you should be able to find quite a few extravagant corner shelf models as well, depending on manufacturer, material and design.
• They are easy to find – there is no doubt you can find a couple of reliable retailers in your area, but if you really want to have several models to choose from, to save the time wondering from one place to another would take and to have the corner shelf delivered to your door with no efforts, you might want to try the Internet. The days when online retailers could not be trusted are long gone. Now you can read reviews, get money-back guarantees and you can even find special promotions and discount coupons.

Aspects to Keep in Mind When Buying a Corner Shelf

Do you enjoy shopping for furniture and home goods or do you find the activity tiring and difficult? No matter what your case is, keep in mind that this is a decision that will affect your home ambience for long time, so it is vital that you take all aspects into consideration.

1.      Dimensions

While you may be thinking of price or transportation, the main concern should be the dimensions and the design. First of all, you need to take a few measurements and determine how you want your shelf corner to look like. It could be in shape of a rectangular triangle, with the right angle in the corner, or it could be a pentagon. It is entirely up to you – and to the space you have available, of course. If it will have doors or drawers, don’t forget to plan it as to have enough room to open them.

2.      Destination

The destination room is a very important detail, because a bathroom corner shelf, for example, has nothing or very little to do with one for the living room. The former could accommodate towels, medicine, soap or toilet paper, while the latter could hold flowers, decorations, family portraits or books. Also, different materials could be used for their making, considering that the one for the bathroom should be resistant to water and steam.

3.      Design

Some might leave it to chance and go for the first corner shelf that gets their attention, but we believe design is just as important. By design, we are not referring to color or material, which we are going to discuss a little later, but to the actual construction of the shelves. You could have several separate boards bolted directly to the wall, you could have such boards connected to one another through wood pillars, or you could have a single shelf unit. It could include only shelves, only drawers or a combination of the two. That will also determine how much weight they can support and what kind of objects can be stored on them.

While drawers can store almost anything, from family albums to dishes or underwear, shelves are a little bit more demanding, considering that everything you place on them will be in sight. This is why the most common objects stored on such a corner shelf are photos, souvenirs, books or decorations.

 4.      Color

Although functionality comes first, we should not forget about the importance of aesthetics. Each room is supposed to tell a story of its own, to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere not only for the people living there, but also for the guests. That is why it is vital for colors and materials to blend in harmony.

The best way to make sure your corner shelving matches the elements in a room is to buy it in the same color and material as the furniture. Perhaps going to the same retailer would be a good idea. If that is not possible, have a carpenter tell you exactly what the color is or try to take a clear picture, in the right light. There is no doubt you would be able to find something of an appropriate color just by looking, but especially if your furniture is made of wood, or imitates it, the color will highly depend on the material or the paint used. It would be a shame to bring your new corner shelf home and discover that it is in a shade darker or lighter than the furniture you already have.

5.      Material

Leaving color aside, the material is just as important. While solid wood is already a tradition and can express warmth and elegance at the same time, its qualities will be lost if the rest of the furniture or the parquetry are made of laminated fiberboard for example. The greatest thing about laminated fiberboard is that, besides being quite resistant, it is also available in a variety of colors, from pastel to wood essences.

6.      Producer

Assuming you have found the material you were looking for and in the right color, you can begin to worry about the rest of the details. Although a corner shelf is not just as important as the kitchen and living room furniture sets, that does not mean you should not look for a reliable producer. With such quality materials available on the market and such disappointing services everywhere you look, it is your responsibility to make sure you know where your money goes.

Thus, it is advisable to look for a retailer you can trust, someone with a solid reputation, that will help you make the best choice without ripping you off, that will answer your questions without blinking and that will assist you in case anything goes wrong.

Again, the internet should prove quite a reliable source, because although all producers praise their merchandise, the customer reviews are the most reliable mirror one could ask for. Just a couple of reviews should tell you where to look for a corner shelf, knowing you will receive exactly what you paid for.

7.      Warranty

Even these little pieces of furniture are entitled to warranty, it is up to you to find the retailer covering the longest period. It is important that you pay attention to the warranty terms, because it would be a shame to discover it does not cover scratches, drawer handles, hinges or other corner shelf damages.

8.      Installation

It may not be the case if you are buying a simple corner shelf unit, but if it is wall shelves you are interested in, the free installation might work miracles, especially if you do not own a drill or you do not know how to use it. Of course, you can always call a friendly neighbor, but what if something goes wrong and he damages one of the shelves? The warranty certainly does not cover damages you make, so you have to buy another corner shelf.

But if installation is provided by the company, their employees are certainly well trained and will pay attention, not to mention that you will not remain in bed to your neighbors.

9.      Delivery

It is better to clear the details from the beginning than to discover that you misunderstood delivery terms and stuff like that. So make sure you ask who is going to pay for the delivery, how much it is going to cost (if you are the one paying) and how long it will take for you to receive your corner shelf. At least you will know exactly what to expect.

10.  Price

We left the price for last, because we believe it should not influence important decisions, regarding household items to be used on a long term basis. The couple of dollars you can save today might cost you hundreds tomorrow. Besides, it is obvious that you cannot spend more than you own. Price should only count as a final criterion assuming the rest of the aspects have been analyzed. It would be of course foolish to spend hundreds of dollars on a corner shelf you could get at half that price from across the street.

So look around and keep your eyes open for special offers. Especially with the Christmas holidays approaching, you should have no trouble coming up with some major discounts or bonuses.

The Family Corner

Since we mentioned the holidays and the fact that each element of your home should say a little something about your family, how about you create a family corner, a special place where each one of you can put a gift for the other.

For example, if you are a family of four, you should have a corner shelf placed in your living room with one shelf for each family member. Every one of you will place gifts to the other members on his / her shelf. It can be a picture, a toy, a postcard, a simple note or drawing, something symbolic to show love and appreciation.

It may sound silly, but just think about it. The outsiders do not have to know about your project. What matters is that you will know, and every time you will look at the other shelves knowing that one of those objects was meant for you, you will feel glad and confident.

Besides, you know how difficult it can sometimes be for people to find their words and confess their feelings. Your corner shelf can do that for them and for you too. Just give it a try, and there is no doubt you will learn to love it.

You may feel that we have already paid too much attention to such an insignificant subject, but please remember that everything that has to do with your family and your home is important.

You have to admit that even an apparently common piece of furniture like a corner shelf can work miracles when placed in the right spot and decorated with the right items.