Create wall-to-wall shelving

• Shelving storage ideas
• Create wall-to-wall shelving
• Create a room divider using storage
• Use box shelves to create a focal point
• Double the capacity of your shelves
• Install sliding panels
• Transform plain shelves into a bespoke bookcase
• Choose flexible modular units

Place three open shelf units flush to the wall to create the look of built-in storage that doesn't dominate the room - and requires no DIY.

How to choose the right unit

* Allow 3cm to 5cm space above books so you can easily pull them out.

* For accessibility, go for units no higher than 21cm, with the top shelf at 180cm.

* Shelves should be 30cm wide to fit larger books and 20cm for paperbacks, CDs and DVDs. Leave 25cm to 30cm between each shelf.

* Hardback books are heavy, so need sturdy shelves. Slim shelves are only suitable for lighter paperbacks and ornaments.

Stylist's tip

Keep the wall colour light to contrast with dark shelving and provide a backdrop for ornaments.

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