Considerations to Make While Getting a Shoe Rack

A shoe rack can be placed either built into a closet organizer system or in an entryway or used to organize and display one’s collection of shoes. If it is a larger, one can place other personal items or decorative elements on the very top surface of the rack.

Design

How the show rack looks also matters. This will become an important part of your furniture. The design you choose totally depends on where you intend to place the rack.

• In case you are thinking of positioning it along the hallway, consider a vintage natural wood grain finished rack. The authenticity of wood will complement the plain walls, giving your hallway outstanding character in the process.
• If are thinking of placing the shoe rack in the bedroom, it may be nice to match it with the rest of the bedroom set. Walnut, in particular, tends to bring an outstanding visual appeal in the bedroom but you can choose any finishing as long as it matches the bed set.
• If the shoe rack is going to be hidden, sleek metal units seem to be the cheapest and most functional option.
• Wrought iron racks with delicate scrollwork lean towards vintage or boho aesthetic. Paint it white and you have a perfect shoe rack for a shabby chic interior.
• Industrial spaces call for a combination of black metal and warm toned wood.
• A gold-tinted shoe rack bench with thick, tufted padding will add style and comfort to chic and glam interiors.

Closed or opened rack?

It is important to ensure that your shoe rack is easily accessible. Different designs offer different accessibility options and each come with its pros and cons.

• Open shelve racks that don’t have any doors provide the best access. You can just step in, see all your shoes, and pick the ones that you want for the day. Besides, an open shelve design offers good ventilation, which is extremely important in case of shoes.

But there are people who don’t want to display their shoes openly. After all, the last thing you want is for shoes to become part of your interior décor. A collection of family shoes is not the most attractive thing in the world, so you certainly don’t want to show it off in an elegant hallway.

• Closed racks have limited access because you have to open doors and look in to find the shoes that you want. But it’s a small disturbance considering the decor value you get with such a unit. The only downside is that closed designs offer poor ventilation and smelly shoes combined with non-circulating air are never a good couple.

Considerations to Make While Getting a Shoe Rack

Here are some points to consider:

Size& Height

The right type of rack for you depends on the number of shoes you have to store and where in your home you want to store shoes and to accommodate different areas and tastes.

Steps for ideal size:

• Measure the size of the wall behind the shoe rack.
• Get a show rack that is at most a third of the wall behind it.
• Shoe racks should be shorter than the owner for accessibility.
• Make sure to leave enough space for movement and for opening the shoe rack
• If placed beside the door, make sure there is a space to open the door without bumping them together.
• Measure the depth of the shoe rack according to the type of your shoes and its size as well as the quantity.
• Leave space for the shoes to be at least “12 inch” apart for a better display if you are planning for an opened shoe rack.

• Shoe rack with adjustable shelf height and slope are a convenient solution for organizing your ever-expanding collection of footwear.

Material

Shoe racks are also made of an array of different materials. However, wood is the most common option. Wood is adaptable. It can feature various finishes and will easily blend into any type of décor. In that case, it should be your first choice of material. The only downside is that wood can sometimes be harder to maintain.

You may also find metal-based racks that come with excellent durability. Usually, metal racks tend to feature a black industrial finish. It will be a huge compliment for any modern décor or room.

 Plastic is also used these days to make shoe racks but it’s not nearly as popular as wood and metal.

With the huge variety of shoe rack designs out there, it should be easy to get one that will take care of your storage needs.

Considerations to Make While Getting a Shoe Rack