Bookshelves not only store all your favorite books, but they also give you a place to display decorative accessories. 

It gives you a chance to bring in color, texture and personality to a room. And that can be accomplished even when the shelves are only holding books. Here are seven decorator ideas to help you create beautifully arranged bookshelves.

Decorating Bookshelves

1. Use bookshelves to carry on your color scheme. Unify the look by adding accessories that repeat the main colors of the room.

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2. When lining up multiple bookshelves with adjustable shelving, vary the heights of the shelves in each unit. This will add movement and visual interest.

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3. To give bookshelves a sleeker more polished look, add glass doors. The doors will also help cut down on your dusting.

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4. Create a stylish and unexpected display by hanging artwork and other decorative items from the front of bookshelves.

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5. Make your built-in bookcases standout by painting them in a contrasting color from the walls.

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6. If you have lots of colorful books and accessories, bring in some black-and-white artwork to break up all the color.

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7. Don’t overload bookshelves with lots of accessories. Keep things simple and it won’t look cluttered. Take time to step back and view your display to see if it’s balanced and visually pleasing.

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