Ladders for Magazines and Books

Part 5 of the Ladder Series- Links to all below:

Old ladders have been put to great use as a unique solution for a book or magazine shelf.  Saves you from investing in built-ins and adds a touch of funky to your décor. Here are a series of different approaches to this one solution.

If you still have a magazine collection that you like to share consider this first approach. I've stopped all magazines in this digital age but it seems many in the décor world haven't.

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You'll find many ideas built by using two ladders attached at the top creating a very sturdy pyramid.  With matching ladders the rungs will line up to make great shelves.

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The ladder in the following example seems to be a vintage masterpiece. Here books are stored horizontally on the rungs of the step ladder. It is a great piece for the corner of the room.

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Here is the same approach but the books are stored vertically.

 

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And lastly this approach has been getting a lot of coverage in Pinterst. It is a great DIY project if you find the appropriate ladders.

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Previous posts in the ladder theme:

• A Ladder of Branches • DIY
• Ladders for Flowers and Plants
• Ladders for Photo Display
• Ladders in the Kitchen
• Ladders in the Bathroom

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