The Upside-Down Furniture Trick That Creates A Luxe-Looking Shelf

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Staying organized is an ongoing battle in any house. Finding ways to implement new storage options is among the best strategies for decluttering your home, but they aren't always cohesive with the overall design aesthetic. Fortunately, with some creativity and out-of-the-box thinking, you can streamline and tidy without losing style. The key is to take beautiful, high-end-looking pieces and use them in new ways – like mounting a table upside down as hanging shelves.

The best choice for this furniture trick is to choose a narrow piece that won't blow your cover. Also, make sure to select one with continuous square legs rather than singular posts that look out of place. A console table or slim kitchen island are good choices for this project. The hack works especially well because the finished sides of the surfaces are facing down. When hung from above, you only see these beautified portions of the table, making it look like they were meant to be shelves all along. It's the perfect blend of utility and elegance.

To make this upside-down furniture trick your own, all you need is a table that you think would look lovely as hanging shelves. You can even use a set of matching end tables, such as the IFANNY Compact Tea Table Nightstands, to streamline the look in one or multiple rooms. Check out local thrift shops and garage sales to save money on these finds. You can always sand, stain, or paint them your preferred color later. If you want to ditch the basic shelving for a more unique way to display your favorite books and knick-knacks, this is a great hack. Once you've chosen the table that best fits your space, it's time to decide how to install it.

There are a few ways to mount this project. One is to use heavy-duty screws, like the MYWISH Lag Bolts, and drill them directly into the ceiling joists. Another method is to connect them to the upper part of the wall, rather than the ceiling. If you go with a cheaper surface option, you can also elevate your shelves with a stylish wood addition by cutting and staining hardwood planks to add to the original material. Now, all you need to do is style them. Display fine dishes in the kitchen, stylish linens in the bathroom, or family heirlooms in the living room. However you decorate them, you'll have a unique and luxe-looking storage solution that helps declutter and beautify your space.