The use of glass shelves in the interior

Gone are the days when glass was considered a fragile and unreliable material. Today, this material is subjected to processing, due to which glass products withstand impacts and other mechanical stress.

Features of glass shelves

Any glass piece of furniture looks very impressive and unusual. And if we talk about glass shelves on the wall, then they are generally able to bring some kind of magic, even to the most ordinary design.

Glass structures are ideal for placing books, antiques, souvenirs, as well as all kinds of sets and crystal gizmos. Thanks to the transparent plane, it becomes possible to see objects from all sides.

The main advantages of glass shelves:

• The material is not afraid of high humidity, unlike wooden surfaces or MDF products;
• Resistance to the appearance of fungus and other harmful microorganisms;
• Washes perfectly (especially for non-frosted glass);
• There is always an opportunity to implement your own design ideas;
• Looks great from any angle.

Speaking about the shortcomings, we note that dirt on the glass surface is always clearly visible. So, if there is such a piece of furniture in your living room (kitchen, bedroom or bathroom), you will have to carefully monitor and wipe the surface out of turn, without waiting for the next cleaning. In addition, the surface of the glass shelves is very slippery (if there was no special sanding), which means there is a risk that unstable objects may fall. Finally, high quality durable glass is not cheap.

A glass shelf is not only a functional piece of furniture, but also a spectacular decor, and a harmonious addition to almost any design concept. The correct arrangement of glass surfaces and mirrors guarantees a visual increase in space. Well, by complementing the glass shelves with lighting, you will not only make their contents more visible, but also fill the room with a festive atmosphere.

Varieties

As mentioned earlier, glass shelves fulfill not only a practical but also a decorative function. Probably, this explains their diversity.

The shape of the model can be:

• In the form of minimalistic rectangles;
• Corner triangle shelves;
• Classic boxes;
• Modular designs;
• All kinds of curly models.

Each of the above forms will easily add a "zest" to the most seemingly everyday interior.

And the glass itself can undergo certain processing:

• Toning;
• Faceted glass edge processing;
• Drawing or matting;
• Stained glass compositions;
• LED lights.

Previously, shelves were illuminated thanks to low-power lamps, which, moreover, consumed a lot of energy. Today, LED backlighting guarantees minimal energy consumption, a long LED life, and a striking and stylish design.

Placement methods

Bookshelves

Any shelf is associated primarily with books. Therefore, it is not at all surprising that the assortment of book shelves is very large. Someone prefers simple classic models, for others glass cabinets or spectacular tower shelves are more suitable, which can save space and make the interior stylish.

Glass shelves in any design look more impressive and sophisticated than wooden ones. Especially if you place not only books directly on them, but also small beautiful trifles: vases, figurines, candlesticks. On such surfaces, you can often see collections of cups, which weigh a lot. Therefore, structures of this type are made of tempered glass that can withstand a weight of up to 15 kilograms.

Glass TV stand

The TV becomes an obligatory companion of a person not only in the living room, but also in the bedroom and in the kitchen. And to place it conveniently, while maintaining a stylish interior design, a glass shelf will help. The main thing is that the shelf is made of tempered glass and can easily withstand the mass of the TV.

The advantage of such a TV installation is that you do not need to look for suitable fasteners, brackets and a lot of other fixtures, and then mount them to the wall. You just purchase the shelf you like and install the TV on it.

The range of models is impressive. Shelves made of tinted glass, or combined models made of wood and glass, or of glass and metal, look very beautiful. If you consider yourself to be a home theater lover, then at your service are a variety of modular shelves that will fit both the TV itself and the speakers.

Flower shelves

Another popular type of shelves. Flowers are an interior decoration, and for someone else, a favorite hobby. Modern design concepts are best suited for plant pots on glass surfaces.

The assortment of such shelves is surprisingly diverse. There are tall models from floor to ceiling, and there are very laconic ones that can be placed right in front of the window.

A competent approach to the use of glass shelves in an apartment will allow you to create an entire greenhouse. And, who knows, perhaps over time you will begin to grow not only ornamental plants, but also spices or some vegetable crops.

If we talk about flower shelves-stands, then corner structures made of glass with forged elements look unusually stylish.

Glass shelves on the wall are a great opportunity to breathe a breath of fresh air into the interior design, make it unusual and cozy. And remember, in order for the glass shelf to become a decoration, it must be in its place in every room. And in order to avoid unpleasant surprises, purchase only tempered glass constructions.

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