Books are great conversation starters. Now I have a see-through book cabinet where all my books are neatly organized by genre. When guests come over, the glass doors of the book cabinet spark conversations about books instead of other topics. The visibility of the books has also encouraged my family to read more.
Here are some other fun ways to display your books at home or in the office:
1. Book Chair: Get a comfy chair with an alcove at the base for storing books.
2. Old Trunks: Paint old trunks vibrant colors, and store your books inside.
3. TV Unit Space: Make space for books next to your TV unit.
4. High Glass Cabinets: Store less frequently read books in glass cabinets near the ceiling.
5. Room Partition: Use shelves to create a partition in a large living room and fill them with books.
6. Alcoves with Drawers: Create alcoves with drawers for book storage.
7. Under Stairs: Convert the space under your stairs into bookshelves.
8. Bed Headboard: Turn your bed’s headboard into miniature bookshelves.
9. Behind Doors: Use the space behind open doors for bookshelves.
10. Revolving Bookshelf: Invest in a revolving bookshelf.
11. Bookends: Buy decorative and functional bookends.
Organizing Your Books
1. Alphabetical Order: Arrange books alphabetically for easy access.
2. By Genre: Categorize books into sections.
3. By Color: Group books by color for a vibrant display.
4. By Size: Arrange books by size to keep them stable.
Taking Care of Your Books
1. Regular Dusting: Dust your books and shelves regularly.
2. Post-Monsoon Care: Leave books in the sun after the monsoon season to prevent mold.
3. Reading Habits: Avoid reading books while drinking or eating to prevent spills and stains.
Books add both value and wisdom to your home. When displayed neatly, you’re more likely to read them. Books are pathways to knowledge, so it’s important to take care of them.
