How to Decorate Properly Using Books?

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Do you like decorating? And books? What about combining these two hobbies and creating creative and original book decor?

The goal of this post is to give you super cool tips and ideas so you can maximize the potential of books.

How to Decorate with Books: Tips and Ideas

Create a Color Palette

If you have many books at home, you can sort them by color or by the dominant color on their cover. For those who follow a minimalism or classic style, the tip is to choose books with neutral covers and minimal visual information. Those who prefer a stricter and more modern style can opt for vibrant books.

Book Placement

Traditionally, books are usually displayed vertically on shelves with the front cover facing out. However, this is not a rule and you can freely break it. For example, books can be placed horizontally to form stacks of different sizes. You can also place them side by side on a shelf or coffee table so all covers are visible.

Another interesting way is to leave a book open on a page with a bright illustration or photograph.

Format

Diversity in books can also be seen by format. Most follow the standard size of 14 cm x 21 cm or 16 cm x 23 cm. Books focused on art, architecture, and photography are usually slightly larger—ranging from 21 cm x 28 cm to 24 cm x 30 cm. There are also pocket formats measuring 11 cm x 18 cm or even square models designed for children's genres, typically sized at 20 cm x 20 cm.

This variety in sizes is important when creating decor, as the most interesting combination will come from books of different formats to create a unified and harmonious look. But remember, it doesn't have to be strict rule. You can create a more relaxed and asymmetrical composition by combining books of different sizes—depending on what you want in your design.

Preferred Titles

Since you're going to use books in decor, nothing beats choosing favorite titles—this will add even more individuality to your decoration.

What About Old Books?

Old books with torn or missing pages can be used in decor even more creatively. You can hang an open book on the wall like a painting or make a sculpture from its pages. Another idea is to use old books for furniture making. Yes! You can build shelves using old books as a base, or even use them as table legs.

Caring for Books

Do not place books in damp rooms or areas where mold can grow. Also, avoid leaving them leaning against walls to prevent mold.
Avoid direct sunlight. UV rays can damage the cover and pages.
Beware of dusty places, such as balconies. In this case, it's better to regularly dust them to avoid dirt buildup.

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