Turn That Inexpensive Plate Rack Into A Stylish Mounted Bookshelf

If you're an avid bookworm or have accumulated many books over the years, finding places to store them all can become challenging. Perhaps your current bookshelf is already ready to burst at the seams, or your current storage space is running low. Thankfully, there's a crafty book storage solution that you can try using only a kitchen plate rack. By securing it to your wall, you can create the perfect DIY bookshelf for virtually no cost at all. What more could you ask for? If you've been pining for a cheap way to store your books, then this is the perfect choice.

Although it's often used for storing plates, the design of this common household item makes it perfect for a mini-bookshelf and for experimenting with potential other storage options. While it may seem bizarre, it may just be the solution you've been looking for all along. So, how can you utilize this trick for yourself? Let's dive straight into it.

Not only is this book storage solution extremely versatile, but it is also extremely simple. You'll likely already be able to find a plate rack in your home, especially if you have any spares lying around. This saves you from wasting it and will also help you to save a few bucks. Once you've found something suitable and sturdy that will hold your books, you can get to work. You can either place your rack on a table to stack your books or, alternatively, secure it on your wall. The choice is ultimately yours and will come down to your stylistic preferences. If you opt to secure it on your wall, ensure you have the correct tools to support it.

Of course, you can still add your own unique style and get crafty with it. Plate racks come available in various designs and sizes, meaning you can pick one that best suits your décor. Whatever option you opt for, you can style it in plenty of ways. For example, you could always paint your plate rack to the color of your liking — just make sure it's dry before adding your books. You could even add some decorative flair with small hanging plants. Now, you should be set with your new crafty bookshelf. Thankfully, there are also plenty of ways that you can decorate a bookshelf, which is perfect if you don't quite have enough books. However, what affordable options are available?

If you can't find a suitable plate rack in your home, then there are plenty of affordable options from stores. For example, the OSTBIT or the RINNIG from IKEA are great stylish options. Likewise, there are also plenty of suitable options from other stores such as Walmart or Dollar Tree. They all come in various shapes and styles, so you will likely find it easy to find something that tickles your fancy. However, you should also consider what book size you will be storing before purchasing. This will help you to ensure that they actually fit into the slots. If you're stuck for ideas, you could always use your plate rack bookshelf in your kitchen to store recipe books.

Of course, there are plenty of other DIY options for bookshelves if you don't have a plate rack. For example, you could use old wood or shelves or planks that you would otherwise toss away. You can also experiment with any other items that you find around your house. Making your own DIY bookshelf is a great idea to cut costs, and it can even look quite stylish. Just make sure you can definitely use them before getting crafty, ensuring that the item you're using is sturdy enough to hold all your books.