Wooden shelf in a child's room - for books, toys and decorations

A bookcase in a child's room is rarely used only for books. It usually also holds boxes with blocks, baskets with toys, souvenirs, a lamp, decorations and things that the child wants to have at hand. Therefore, a good wooden shelf should match not only the style of the interior, but also the age of the child, the number of things and the space next to the wall.

In a children's room, it is worth choosing furniture that helps organize the space without the impression of heavy furniture. Collection Nizio wooden shelves allows you to choose a narrower or wider model and then combine it with a chest of drawers, a desk or a bed in the same aesthetic.

First measure the wall and leave room for daily movements

The bookcase is usually placed against the wall, but its depth still affects the comfort of the room. The 1S 57 Scandi wooden shelf is 52 cm wide, 38 cm deep and 193 cm high. This is a good option for a narrower wall, next to a desk, bed or wardrobe. The wider 1S 80 Scandi bookcase is 75 cm wide, 38 cm deep and 193 cm high, so it can hold more books and boxes, but needs a longer section of wall.

If the room is small, start with the narrower variant from the collection narrow wooden shelves. A model from the collection will work better in a larger room or next to a wall intended for storage wide wooden shelves.

Open shelves or closed space?

Open shelves are convenient for books, decorations and things that a child reaches for every day. They also help teach children how to put things away independently. However, if there are a lot of little things in the room, it is worth combining a shelf with a chest of drawers. The 3S 105 Scandi wooden chest of drawers is 105 cm wide, 51 cm deep and 91 cm high, so it holds textiles, clothes and things that do not need to be displayed well.

This combination organizes the functions: there is a shelf for books and toys, and a Nizio wooden chest of drawers it takes over what is supposed to be hidden. This makes the room look calmer and makes it easier to maintain daily order.

Adjustable shelves help as your baby grows

Scandi shelves have adjustable shelves, which is very important in a child's room. In a younger child, boxes and toys take up more space, while in an older child, books, binders and school materials take up more space. The possibility of changing the arrangement of shelves means that the furniture is not designed only for one stage of the room's life.

It is also worth paying attention to the Blum hinges with a quiet closing in models with lockable elements and the handle for attaching the furniture to the wall. In the case of a high shelf with a height of 193 cm, mounting is particularly important, because the furniture should be a stable element of the everyday room, not just a decoration.

How to place a shelf next to a desk?

A shelf next to the desk is convenient if your child uses it for books, notebooks and school supplies. The 3S Scandi wooden desk is 115 cm wide, 65 cm deep and 75 cm high, and the cabinet can be chosen on the left or right side. This allows you to adjust the layout to where the shelf will be placed and from which side the child has more convenient access to storage.

If you are planning a student's room, it is a good idea to combine the shelf with the collection biurek drewnianych Nizio. The most convenient arrangement is one in which books and notebooks are within reach, but the countertop does not become a place for permanent storage of everything.

When can a shelf be a decorative element?

A shelf in a child's room can organize the space and warm it up at the same time. The light finish, natural oak and simple form fit well into calm arrangements. It's a good idea to mix books, boxes and a few decorations on the shelves, but don't fill every inch. Solid wood furniture looks best when it has some breathing room around it.

In practice, the following rule works well: lower shelves for children, middle shelves for books and boxes, upper shelves for less frequently used or decorative items. Thanks to this, the shelf is not only beautiful, but also really helps in everyday use of the room.

FAQ

Which shelf to choose for a small child's room?

For a small room, a narrower shelf will be better, for example a model with a width of 52 cm and a depth of 38 cm. It takes up less wall space, but still provides plenty of storage space.

Does a tall shelf need to be attached to the wall?

If you have a tall piece of furniture, it is worth attaching it to the wall. Scandi shelves include a holder for such installation.

Can a shelf replace a chest of drawers?

Not always. A bookcase is good for books and everyday items, while a chest of drawers is better for clothes, textiles and items that need to be hidden away.

What is better to choose: a narrow or wide shelf?

A narrow shelf fits smaller walls and next to a desk, and a wide one fits into a room where storage is to be one of the main functions of the furniture.

How to combine a shelf with a desk?

It is best to place the shelf close to the desk, but so that it does not restrict the movement of the chair. The 3S desk is 115 cm wide, so it is worth planning convenient access to the shelves.

Is a wooden shelf suitable for a teenager's room?

Yes, especially if it has adjustable shelves. Such furniture can be easily converted from a toy function to books, binders and school items.

Check out Nizio wooden shelves

See Nizio wooden shelves and compare narrower and wider variants. Choose them according to the layout of the room, the number of books and whether the shelf is to work alone or as part of a set with a desk and a chest of drawers.