Tips for choosing a shoe rack, DIY ideas

In order to conveniently store the shoes of all family members, and this usually means dozens of shoes, shoes, boots, sneakers of different sizes and seasonality, you need a specially designated place. In small apartments, such a task turns into a real problem. A shoe rack, the functionality of which is difficult to overestimate, will help solve the issue. You can purchase this device in a specialized shopping center - the variety of models, colors and designs allows you to choose an option to suit any needs. And if you want, you can create a shoe rack with your own hands, which also has advantages - a finished product with a unique design and saving on the family budget.

Purpose

The product is an open or closed, folding or stationary structure, designed for convenient storage of shoes. The design can be anything, but versatility and compactness are mandatory characteristics of the device. Every housewife will appreciate the convenience of shoe shelves. They play an important role in eliminating clutter, freeing up living space and allowing you to neatly arrange shoes and boots, sandals and sneakers, grouping them in the right order. These interior items are also convenient for storing everyday shoes, which, as a rule, are not always possible to clean immediately after going outside. Thanks to the shelf, dirt will not fall on the floor and spread throughout the apartment.

Another purpose of shoe racks is to save space in small apartments. The sizes and shapes of this furniture vary from compact to quite voluminous. Thanks to such a wide variety, each user will be able to choose the ideal option for their home. In addition, a well-chosen model can become a real decoration of the hallway.

Open storage methods

• The first option that comes to mind is storage on open shelves or racks. He is the most traditional.

The shelves can be located either in height across the entire wall from floor to ceiling, or along the perimeter of the dressing room - at the bottom.

This storage will look even better if each pair has its own compartment.

• Barbells.

They are attached using special parts to elements of the general wardrobe structure or directly to the wall. Such rods can be adjustable.

This is convenient because in winter you need to increase the distance between the shelves - for high shoes or boots, and in summer - for ballet flats, sandals and sneakers - there will not be enough space.

• Hangers with bar clamp.

This is an option for boots.

The bars can be adjusted to the desired height, depending on the length of the boots. But in this case, you need to carefully consider the choice of clamp. It should not damage the skin.

• Metal checkered lattice for heeled shoes.

The design is a mesh surface installed at some distance from the wall.

The shoes hook onto the cells with their heels, the soles against the mesh, and do not fall off.

• Sloping shelves.

The advantage is that the structure will protrude from the wall at a shorter distance than a shoe cabinet.

Moreover, if the angle of inclination is turned towards the wall, then the shoes will be slightly hidden from view, but if on the contrary - away from the wall - they will be in plain sight.

But you will have to install special sides or metal strings to keep the shoes on the shelves.

With open storage methods, it is important to remember that this is part of the interior. In this case, shoes should always be clean and arranged neatly. And also do not forget that in the listed options the shoes will quickly dry out and gather dust. Therefore, this type of storage is temporary, for everyday shoes that may be needed at any time. Or suitable for a closed, ventilated dressing room.

Varieties

The design of this product is not limited to several options. The shapes of shoe racks and design features can be both classic and unusual, fully consistent with the Art Nouveau movement. The following varieties are most common in everyday life:

• floor;
• wall;
• shelf-bench;
• rack.

Each apartment owner decides for himself which form to choose, taking into account the size of the room and the required functionality. In any case, before purchasing, you must carefully study the features of each type.

Floor

This is the most popular type of shoe rack in the hallway. Products are offered in a variety of designs with completely different styles. Installation of such models is carried out directly on the floor. Freestanding shelves are easy to move from place to place. It is also quite common to find a shoe stand combined with a wardrobe for clothes. Floor systems can be used to store seasonal pairs of shoes that are not worn for a long time, or for specialized ones, such as dress shoes, that are worn on special occasions.

In order to make the most functional use of a high floor shelf for shoes, it is recommended to put seasonal pairs upstairs, where they will not interfere, and place everyday items below.

The floor design can be equipped with drawers, which helps to quickly and easily remove shoes. It is no less convenient to use slim shelves with a folding door system. Their design differs in that the shelf itself is attached to the door with rotary hinges. Models come in different configurations: hinged, sliding, folding, with or without doors. Floor products can be used both in large and small rooms.

Wall-mounted

One of the shelf options for small spaces is wall-mounted. These are narrow devices of small size for storing different pairs of shoes. They can be hung on the wall at any height. Such structures can be stand-alone or combined with a hanger or rack. There are models that harmoniously combine with a bench or seat. The manufacturing material can be metal, plastic, wood.

The design is most often classic - in the form of a narrow rack, but there are also quite unusual models - vertical, wavy, where each pair of shoes has a separate cell, for example, like the Nest company. In addition, modern manufacturers offer plastic shelf holders, but they are more designed for indoor or summer shoes - flip-flops, flip-flops, ballet shoes, low-rise sandals.

The disadvantage of any wall design is that such a shelf is quite narrow, so it is not suitable for oversized shoes.

Shelf-bench

This look is ideal for those who like to wear comfortable shoes. The design differs in that on top of such a shelf for shoes there is a seat, which can be either soft or hard. The model can be complemented with a backrest, a bedside table or a hanger. Typically, bench shelves for shoes do not have doors, and shoes are stored open. Thanks to this, sneakers, sandals or boots that are worn constantly are ventilated and dry. The dimensions of such furniture are small - it can easily fit into a hallway that is small in square meters. But it should be borne in mind that this design will not accommodate a lot of shoes.

An interesting design solution would be a shelf-bench with a removable fabric cover that will protect your shoes from dust. If desired, it can be removed and washed.

Rack

The structure of the rack is similar to the previous version, but differs in dimensions. This shoe rack is usually quite high, which allows you to fit quite a lot of shoes. The top of the rack can be used as a place to store gloves, hats and other small items. The designs are:

• open - provides quick access to the desired pair;
• closed - the doors prevent dust from getting inside.

In addition, inside they can be equipped with horizontal shelves or separate cells designed for one pair of shoes. The number of tiers can vary from two or three to ten. The depth of any rack is quite narrow, so it will not take up much space.

Shoe stands: types and design features

Before you buy or make your own shoe storage structure, you need to familiarize yourself with the types of these devices. Shoe storage devices differ from each other in size, the presence of additional elements and the type of storage. The most important qualities for a shelf for shoes are versatility and compactness, since usually the hallway or corridor has small dimensions.

The shoe rack with seat is a simple and convenient design

The following types of shoe racks are very popular:

• wall structures;
• racks;
• slim cabinets;
• stands;
• Shoe shelves with seat.

A shoe rack with a seat in the hallway is a small device with a soft seat on top. This design can be with or without a back, often similar to an ottoman or a small bench. Very often the product does not have doors or drawers, and all shoes are stored in an open position. Such a device can be supplemented with a hanger, a small bedside table for storing small items, or a phone stand. This model is very easy to use and looks stylish and beautiful in the hallway.

The choice of type of shoe rack depends on the style of the hallway and the needs of the residents

The advantage of such designs is ease of use, since when putting on and taking off shoes, you can sit comfortably, and the shoes themselves are well ventilated and dry.

A wall shelf for shoes in the hallway is the best option for a small hallway or corridor, since these products are light and shallow, but such models are not suitable for large shoes. It's very easy to make a shelf yourself. To do this, you only need a few boards and metal fasteners. And skillful hands can turn ordinary metal pipes into the highlight of the interior.

The slim design is a tall but narrow bedside table with hinged doors that open 45 degrees. This model will fit into a hallway of any size. It can be installed anywhere, since the minimum width of the product is only 20-30 cm. The slim cabinet is ideal for storing shoes that are worn in a certain season. But it is better to save shoes or boots that are not yet in use on the shoe racks in the closet: there they will retain their appearance until the next season.

Wall-mounted shoe shelves take up minimal space

Although this shoe rack for the hallway is narrow, it is at the same time quite spacious and does an excellent job of storing a significant amount of shoes.

A shoe rack in the hallway is a very functional design. If the product is not high, then it is advisable to turn the top shelf into a bench on which you can sit for comfortable putting on your shoes. This will save an additional few meters of room space, as it will eliminate the need to place poufs and chairs in the interior.

If you create a rack high enough, the upper part can be used as a place to store some small items.

The rack can be made low, so the top shelf is usually used as a bench

Helpful advice! You should not install open shelves for shoes of any type if there are pets in the apartment, because they can easily chew or scratch your shoes.

Location options

The dimensions of the apartments are varied. Homes with separate walk-in closets make it convenient to store items that are not worn very often. But most apartments are still not large enough to allocate a special room for storing your favorite shoes and boots, so shoe shelves are installed right in the hallway.

In the hall

Small open shelves for shoes in the hallway are usually used to place items for everyday wear. Bench models are best suited for this. They are convenient for placing wet or dirty shoes on. High racks are more suitable for storing seasonal items that are not worn every day, but are periodically taken out at this time of year.

Large hallways allow you to install full-fledged storage systems. For this purpose, it is better to use closed built-in cabinets, which will protect against excessive accumulation of dust and will allow you to place the whole family’s shoe wardrobe. Many users prefer a multifunctional wardrobe, in which, among other things, you can store casual and seasonal clothes. If desired, it can be additionally equipped with retractable shelves and slim systems, which save space and allow you to accommodate more shoes.

In wardrobe

A walk-in closet is an ideal solution for storing seasonal, holiday and casual shoes. If the apartment does not have a special place, you can allocate a small space in the pantry or large closet for these purposes. The height of the shelves should be different so that you can put both shoes, boots, sneakers and high boots there.

To ensure pairs of shoes are clearly visible, it is recommended to make shoe shelves in the dressing room in light colors.

Open shelves on holders are especially convenient to use. These devices allow you to adjust the height of the shelves depending on your shoe model. To save space, you can also use slim systems and drawers. Special metal mesh shelves allow air to circulate, making the shoes well ventilated. To make finding the right pair as easy as possible, you can install lighting in the closet. Although many manufacturers offer products with a built-in touch lighting system.

Storage tips

When storing shoes, it is important to follow some rules so that they remain in the required condition for a long time.

1. Clean dirt from shoes and other objects immediately, as dirt has the unpleasant property of being absorbed. If you put dirty sneakers in a closet for a long time, there is a chance that you won’t be able to clean them in the future.
2. Avoid bending the protruding parts of the shoes; for this purpose, initially select the correct depth of the shelf, especially if it is closed.
3. Ideally, each pair should have its own compartment, but if this cannot be achieved, at least do not overlap one pair with another. If you overdo it with depth, it certainly won’t make your shoes worse, but the free space in the apartment may suffer, so choose a middle ground.
4. For long-term storage, it is recommended to wrap shoes in paper or place them in a paper bag. The paper absorbs moisture that has accumulated during use, thereby preventing it from shrinking. In general, before storing seasonal shoes, dry them.
5. Remember, you cannot store shoes in a dry or, on the contrary, damp room, this will negatively affect them. If it is too dry, it becomes hard, and if it is wet, on the contrary, it becomes loose. Both do not bode well.

Well, practical advice, so as not to waste a lot of time looking for a particular pair, after 5-6 months, sign the paper or bag in which you place the shoes (For example - “summer, mom, red” or “dad, winter, leather ") and you will save yourself from having to rummage through the closet.

So, a shelf for shoes in a closet is an important element that must be provided when equipping the structure not only in the hallway, but also in the bedroom or children's room. Unless, of course, there is a separate storage space for this.

Depth

To correctly select the size of a shoe rack, you need to answer several important questions:

1. Where will it be located - indoors or in a closet? If this is a hallway, then its dimensions are taken into account. Small corridors should be equipped with narrow shelves that will not take up much space. To place it in a closet, you must additionally take into account its dimensions.
2. What kind of shoes will be on the shelf? For compact products, a narrow design is suitable; for voluminous and tall ones, you should choose a wider model.

The shelf depth is standard - 60 cm. Models with the “slim” system are made twice as narrow, although such designs also accommodate adult sizes. The depth of furniture with drawers reaches 110 centimeters. The narrowest models are up to 18 cm.

The following dimensions can be distinguished by length: standard shelf - 80 cm, mini version - 50 cm, maxi - 120 cm. Height is also divided into categories: low models - 35-45, medium - 60-120, high - up to 195 centimeters.

What materials is it made from?

A wide variety of materials are used to make shelves for storing shoes, each of them has pros and cons.

To decide what material to purchase furniture from, you need to be guided by the following questions:

• how much money is planned to be allocated for the purchase of a shoe rack in the dressing room or hallway;
• how many pairs (and in what condition) will be on the shoe rack.

Do not forget about the compatibility of this design with other interior elements. It is important to consider the style of the room and determine the appropriate color scheme. Such nuances will never be superfluous, since they are the ones who create comfort and a special atmosphere in the house.

Wood

Chipboard Plastic Metal

Design and color

In order for the interior of the room to correspond to one style direction, all furniture must be decorated in the same style. Manufacturers offer many options for shoe shelves that are part of hallway sets, which allows you to maintain stylistic unity. Meanwhile, no fewer models can be purchased separately:

1. The most common option is the classic style. Shelf models are made from traditional materials, mainly wood. They are often decorated with carved patterns, decorative shapes, and interesting ornaments. Such shelves are most often of a closed type, their sizes are quite impressive, so they may not fit into a small room. Very often, in the classic style, models are made for the hallway with a seat, the upholstery of which is made of natural materials: taffeta, leather, satin. The colors of the furniture are calm, and floral patterns, checks or stripes can be used on textile elements.
2. High-tech style is characteristic of a modern active lifestyle. Metal, glass, plastic are the main materials for making shelves suitable for this area. The shapes of the furniture are simple and concise, and the main requirement for it is practicality. The design of the shoe racks is minimalistic. There are no elaborate decorative elements here, so the products are perfect for small spaces. A winning solution would be a tall and narrow metal structure with glossy doors. The color scheme is neutral. The colors can be beige, white, gray, black, but the most characteristic color for the high-tech style is metallic.
3. The style used in a rustic interior is called “Provence”. The main manufacturing material is wood. The design of such shelves can be supplemented with a seat with a backrest, as well as hangers for outerwear. Wicker shoe boxes will look stylish. When decorating furniture, wood patterns or shades of aged wood are used. A characteristic feature of the Provence style is the imitation of abrasions on the surface of the products. The seat upholstery can be lavender, turquoise, brown, green.
4. Furniture decorated in country style is also made of wood; the main requirement is the use of natural materials. Shoe racks in this style are rough in appearance, with a rough surface and curved lines. A “carelessly” put together shoe rack without doors or a bulky chest of drawers with doors that open wide are characteristic of this style. Metal handles are used, but without shine or pretentiousness. The furniture is decorated in wood tones, although this style also allows for the use of bright colors.

Classic style

High-tech style

Provence

Country
To surprise guests with the design of a shoe rack, you can use non-standard solutions:

• A shoe rack made from plastic bottles that you can make yourself will look interesting;
• the rotating shelf is quite bulky, but it can accommodate a large number of shoes;
• made of cardboard - short-lived, but at the same time quickly produced and the most budget model.

There are many options, depending on the imagination of the apartment residents. Not the least role in choosing a shoe rack is its design. Everyone wants this piece of furniture to fit in with the overall picture, so it’s worth choosing a shoe rack to match the style of the room.

From plastic bottles

Rotating shelf

From cardboard

Shoe racks with shelves: design options

Often, designs for shoes in the hallway are purchased as part of sets. Thus, they match the design of the rest of the furniture without standing out from the interior design. You can buy the model you like separately, but in this case it will be more difficult to choose the best option.

On the Internet it is easy to find a huge number of photos of shelves for shoes in the hallway. They will help you choose the right model and also give you a great idea for storing shoes.

For shoe shelves in a classic style, wood is often used in combination with forged metal

Let's take a closer look at which design is best suited for a particular interior style.

Shoe shelf in a classic style interior

Products in a classic style support the historical traditions of furniture design. During its production, traditional materials, carved patterns, fancy patterns and decorative forms are used.

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The classic direction is an option for people who love a calm pace of life. This style is characterized by the use of furniture made of natural wood. The price is quite high. Classic wooden shoe racks are created for spacious rooms. If the hallway is small, then finding a neat, compact model in this style will be difficult. In interiors decorated in the classic genre, closed-type structures are usually installed, but an open model can also be used.

Wooden structures complemented with forged elements, as well as banquettes with shelves for shoes in the hallway, with soft upholstery, look beautiful and original. Fabric elements should be made from natural materials. Satin, leather, thick cotton, and taffeta are perfect for this. Banquettes with shelves for shoes in a classic style will create a cozy and calm atmosphere in the room.

Classic design is characterized by calm and natural colors. On textile components, it is allowed to use ornaments in the form of stripes, inconspicuous checks or plant motifs.

Modern racks for shoes in the hallway in high-tech style

High-tech is a style characteristic of huge cities, which corresponds to the active pace of modern life. It is characterized by simple and concise forms, as well as practical design. The main materials used to create shelves for storing shoes are metal, glass and high-quality plastic.

A high-tech shoe rack is suitable for small hallways. The design itself should be as minimalistic as possible, without a large number of pretentious and intricate decorative elements. The ideal solution for modern hallways is shoe shelves built into the wardrobe or a tall but narrow design with glossy facades. The colors should be predominantly neutral, namely: white, beige, gray, black, and also with a metallic effect.

Compact shoe shelves with minimal decor are suitable for a high-tech interior.

Photos of shoe racks will help you choose the best option. It is important to remember that openness of forms and simplicity of lines are the main elements of high-tech style.

Helpful advice! An excellent option for a hallway decorated in a high-tech style is a set that includes wall panels-hangers with a mirror, hanging cabinets and shoe stands. The furniture looks gorgeous, the main elements of which are painted with pastel-colored enamel, characterized by a combination of details with a wooden texture.

Hallway in Provence style: choosing a shelf for shoes

Provence style is the most popular style of rustic interior design. Shoe cabinets in this style are designs that suggest light shades of wood texture or aged wood.

Shelves for shoes in the Provence style are often made with wicker drawers upholstered in fabric

Accessories for shoes in the corridor and hallway in the Provencal style should be made exclusively of wood. Artificial materials are not suitable in this case. Natural colors are also relevant for this style.

The shelf can be combined with a seat with a backrest or coat hangers on top. The material looks very beautiful and stylish, painted in muted shades with the effect of fading in the sun: green, turquoise, brown, lavender, terracotta or white. Very often, when decorating rooms in the Provence style, open shelves in the form of wicker boxes are used for storing shoes.

It is typical for this style to use furniture with scuffs in the interior. If you make such a shoe rack with your own hands, you can use a special craquelure varnish to create artificial cracks. After it dries, small small cracks form on the surface coated with this substance, which looks very nice. The light effect of antiquity gives furniture in the Provence style an original and unusual twist.

Features of shoe racks for a hallway decorated in country or shabby chic style

Country is a simple rustic style (just like Provence). The main feature of this direction is the use of natural materials in natural wood tones, but the use of bright colored furniture is also allowed. Products for storing shoes can be rough, have a rough surface and not very straight lines.

For country-style rooms, open, rough-hewn stands or large massive chests of drawers with opaque doors that open wide are suitable. The fittings should be metal, unpretentious and without shine. Such furniture should create coziness and a warm homely atmosphere in the hallway.

Shoe shelves in country style are characterized by the use of unpainted wood.

Very often, the shabby chic style is called embellished Provence, because the color scheme and the use of natural materials unite these styles. But shabby chic is more picturesque. It is characterized by the use of a large number of textile details, the use of lace in decoration, as well as floral patterns and worn surfaces.

A shabby chic style shoe storage structure is very easy to make with your own hands. The main thing is to paint the product in pastel colors. You can also use craquelure varnish. Cracks and abrasions will give the shelf a special charm and attractiveness.

A wooden shoe rack with a soft seat trimmed with cotton fabric with a floral pattern or small polka dots will look beautiful. Also, the wooden surfaces of such a device can be decorated with floral designs (using the decoupage technique).

What should a shoe rack be like in a minimalist style?

This style is very popular due to its simplicity of design and lack of decoration. Minimalism is the most practical option for decorating hallways and corridors. The main principle of minimalism - rational use of room space - means that unnecessary things should be absent from the interior.

A shoe cabinet made in a minimalist style, combined with a huge mirror, looks very beautiful and stylish. To save space, a shoe rack is combined with other pieces of furniture, most often with a closet.

Shoe shelves in a minimalist style look as simple as possible

The plastic shoe rack is lightweight, flexible and durable, ideal for minimalist design. You can complement the design of a narrow hallway with the help of a mirror. However, for a minimalist style it is better to choose a simple mirror that does not have voluminous or pompous frames, otherwise a small room will seem even smaller.

Durable plastic, thick tempered glass, metal and, in rare cases, wood are the main materials for making shelves. Designs should be as simple and spacious as possible. The color of the products is usually beige, brown, gray, white, and sometimes black. Such furniture can be placed in the hallway, corridor and even in the bathroom.

How to choose

Choosing the most suitable shoe rack can be difficult. To avoid mistakes, you should adhere to several rules:

1. First of all, take into account the area of ​​the room where the shoe rack will be located. For small hallways, a narrow “slim” design that does not take up much space, bench shelves, wall fixtures and other compact models are suitable.
2. The height of the walls is an important criterion; it is better to measure it in advance so that the shelf does not end up being too high.
3. It is imperative to take into account the shape of the room: corners, niches, protective boxes for risers, which may interfere with the installation of furniture.
4. The size of the shelf is also affected by the number of people living in the apartment. The more people there are, the more spacious it should be.
5. It is important to decide on the function of the structure: whether it will store only those shoes that are often used, or all available pairs for each season.
6. When choosing a material, you should consider how often wet cleaning will be done, and whether clean or dirty shoes will be on the shelf.
7. Open models are optimal for storing everyday shoes, and those with doors for expensive “going out” shoes.

The quality of shoe shelves in the hallway must be high, meeting important requirements:

• durable material;
• stable design;
• increased moisture resistance, especially if the furniture is planned to be used for wet shoes.

Another factor worth paying attention to is ease of maintenance. It is not advisable to purchase a design that regularly requires the use of specialized products to maintain its presentability, and it is unlikely that such a shoe rack will last long.

How to make it yourself

Despite the diversity of the factory assortment, quite often lovers of exclusive furniture cannot choose a shoe model that matches the design for their closet. In this case, you can make it yourself. The undeniable advantage of such a product is its uniqueness. There are several popular materials from which you can build a shelf.

From pipes

To begin with, you will need PVC pipes with a diameter of about 25 centimeters. Each of them is cut with a hacksaw into pieces 30 cm long, so that the result is cells for one pair of boots. The edges of the pipes must be polished until smooth. To hold all the cells together you will need glue. Tape or rope may also be suitable for these purposes. If desired, the pipes are coated with paint of the required color or covered with self-adhesive film. Sections can be assembled in any order, creating any shapes and sizes. For example, you can build a flower or a sun, or simply arrange elements in the shape of a honeycomb. The finished product can be installed on the floor or attached to the wall.

This design is not suitable for high shoes, since the tops of the boots will fall out.

Take a PVC pipe with a diameter of about 25 cm

Measure 30 cm Cut into pieces with a hacksaw Process the edges until smooth

Coloring

We prepare the required number of parts

We tighten it with a belt, and the shoe rack made of pipes is ready.

From the boxes

A wooden shelf made from drawers is an interesting idea for storing shoes. The main advantage of this design is mobility. In its manufacture, you do not need to use fastening material. If desired, the drawers can be easily rearranged, as a result of which the design of the shelf can change depending on the mood. In order to make such a model with your own hands, you need to find several boxes, their sizes may be different, and paint the products with paint that matches the color of the interior of the room where this structure will be located. If there are children or animals in the apartment, it is better to fasten the drawers of an improvised shoe rack with screws or even nail them to the wall so that the structure is as stable as possible.

Made of wood

The most difficult thing to make yourself is a wooden shoe rack. To create it, it is recommended to first draw up a drawing, which will greatly simplify the assembly process. It will also be useful to ensure that the product ends up smooth.

Algorithm of actions:

1. The work begins with cutting out parts from the prepared material in accordance with the drawing.
2. The resulting parts are sanded with sandpaper, treated with a protective agent and decorated.
3. To fasten the parts, holes are drilled, and all parts are connected with screws. You can also use furniture ties, metal corners or euroscrews.
4. The top shelf is attached last. If desired, you can make a soft seat out of it. To do this, the product must be upholstered with foam rubber and covered with durable material or leather.
5. You can decorate a homemade shelf with varnish, paint or stain.

In order for a wooden shoe rack to serve for a long time, it must be treated with a special protective agent that will increase moisture resistance and prevent the product from rotting.

Preparing the drawing

We cut out, sand and process the parts We take measurements and prepare the material We drill holes for fastening the parts We connect the parts with screws The shoe rack is ready

DIY shoe rack: what to make the product from

There is no need to buy a shoe rack for the hallway, since the simple design can be made by yourself. Even inexperienced craftsmen will need a little time to make the simplest model. If you have enough skills and imagination, you can design complex, original and intricate products for storing shoes.

The choice of material directly depends on the skills of the master and material capabilities. You can make a shoe rack from metal, glass, plastic, wood or even fabric. Each of the materials has its own quality characteristics.

Wood has noble textures and plasticity of shape, but it reacts very poorly to moisture. Wooden furniture is suitable for all interior styles. Products made from this material look expensive and beautiful. Be sure to buy models with a water-repellent coating. This design will last much longer.

Shoe shelves made of wood look expensive and beautiful

A metal shoe rack is a reliable and durable product, but to assemble it yourself will require certain skills. Metal structures look stylish, original and beautiful. The material is not afraid of mechanical damage, is easy to maintain, and does not absorb unpleasant odors. The model can be the most ordinary, made on the basis of chrome-plated pipes, which is perfect for high-tech style. A wrought iron shoe rack will fit perfectly into classic hallways. Lace elements will add sophistication and lightness to the product.

Plastic is a universal and highly hygienic material, but it is absolutely not “breathable”. Therefore, plastic shelves for closed storage shoes are not manufactured.

Plywood is very easy to process, so you can easily use this material to create a shoe stand for your hallway with your own hands. A practical shelf mounted on the wall would also look good. This arrangement will save space in the room.

Helpful advice! For beginners in the business of creating furniture, it will be much easier to construct shelves for shoes with their own hands from cardboard, plywood sheets, chipboard or textiles. This consumable is not too expensive and is simply processed, and the designs are of quite acceptable quality. By showing your imagination, you can make a very stylish and unusual model.

How to make a shoe rack with your own hands: unusual ideas from ordinary materials

Let's look at some interesting and simple design options for shoes. The simplest is a rack made of cardboard boxes. This device is cheap and easy to make, and most importantly, it will take very little time to work. However, the product also has disadvantages: it is unreliable and absolutely not suitable if you have pets.

To create a device for storing shoes you will need two types of boxes:

• large drawers designed to form main shelves;
• narrow boxes from which pull-out shelves for shoes are created.

Shoe shelves can be made from plastic bottles

All cells are connected to each other with tape or glue. The design can be decorated with wallpaper, self-adhesive tape or decorative cord. Cardboard can be painted or covered with synthetic fabric. Since the structure is very light, it must be attached to the wall.

Helpful advice! Light and small items should be placed on the top shelves of shoe stands made from cardboard boxes, and larger and heavier shoes should be placed on the bottom shelves. In the case of cardboard structures, it is imperative to adhere to fire safety rules.

The product made from pipes looks original. In this case, the model is assembled not from metal, but from PVC pipes with a diameter of 20-25 cm. You can cut them into several parts with a regular hacksaw. The optimal part size is 30 cm. The sections are polished until smooth. It is recommended to decorate the structure with paint or self-adhesive film. The particles are joined into one product with glue. You can use cord or tape instead.

Shoe shelves made from PVC pipes are interesting and original.

The assembly of the structure and its decoration are carried out in any form. You can arrange the cells in any order - in the form of a honeycomb, forming a sun or a flower, or constructing any other shape. This product can be either floor- or wall-mounted.

You should not throw away plastic bottles, because they are also often used to create a shoe rack with your own hands. It’s easy to make a device from bottles of any size. For high shelving, five-liter containers are most suitable. To do this, you need to cut off the neck and fasten the parts together. The finished product is either decorated in a certain way or left transparent. For summer shoes, a similar structure can be made from two-liter plastic bottles.

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