Shoe Rack Types

There are many different types of shoe rack that you should consider before you decide on which type to buy. Since everybody has different preferences, by looking at the many kinds of shoe racks that you can purchase before you start your search you are more likely to be able to narrow down what you are looking for and ultimately end up with a shoe rack which is ideal for you and your needs.

A Selection of the different types of Shoe Racks available

The traditional type of shoe rack is one which is free-standing. These usually have several tiers to place shoes in and do not have a top, which means that heels and boots can be stored easily on the top tier. There are different styles of slats in these shoe racks and your choice of which type should be based on what kind of shoes you are intending to store. Some shoe racks have slanted slats which allow you to store heels very comfortably, which is useful if you have many pairs of heels. Other shoe racks have flat tiers, which can suit many different kinds of shoes, so if you have a variety of types, this could be ideal for you. There are also shoe racks which are ideal for men’s shoes and which also take up a very small amount of room. With these, the shoes are slotted into holes and thus point downwards. These cannot hold heels or boots, so you are limited to what types of shoes you are storing, but if you own many pairs of flat shoes, this may be an ideal type of shoe rack for you. Shoe racks are available in all shapes and sizes, so many people buy one that will fit into their wardrobe. This is advantageous because it saves space and means that your shoes and clothes are stored together in a way which makes it easy to select a full outfit. There are also shoe racks which are designed specifically to fit inside wardrobes, if you would prefer to store your shoes in this manner.

Another type of shoe rack is the stackable shoe rack. These are shelves which are self-assembled into tiers which hold one pair of shoes each. Because these are slim, they do not take up much floor space and are great for people who do not have much room to put their shoe rack in. These are also fantastic for putting into wardrobes, since they do not require much space. Stackable shoe racks are ideal for men’s shoes, flat shoes, flip-flops and any other small pairs of shoes. If you own many pairs of heels or boots, this kind of shoe rack may not be for you, although a pair of heels or boots could be stood on the top tier if you buy a stackable shoe rack which does not have a top.

Bookcase-style shoe racks are also very popular. These are pieces of furniture which contain shelves and look very similar to traditional bookcases. These, however, have deeper shelves which means that shoes can easily be stored on them. If you are looking at this type of shoe rack you may want to take into account what kind of shoes you will be storing on them, and thus choose according to how much room you will need between each shelf; if you have many pairs of heels or ankle-boots, for example, you may need more space between shelves than if you only have flat shoes or sandals. An advantage of this style of shoe rack is that they look like traditional furniture and are an attractive alternative to other styles of shoe rack.

An alternate shoe rack is one which is made up of large drawers. These drawers can hold many pairs of shoes inside, so are good for people who have many pairs. The different drawers make it easy for the owner to categorise their shoes as they see fit, also. The shoes that are placed into these drawers will be kept cleaner and less dusty than if they were on show, also. If you choose this type of shoe rack, you could also find one with deep drawers which allows for heels and boots to be stored with ease.

Some shoe racks can also be bought that have extra storage for other things in, such as drawers. This means that not only are you storing shoes in a way which means that they are organised, tidy and clean, but also that you can keep your home clutter-free by using your shoe rack as a place to store other things. This type of shoe rack may be of benefit to people who have limited storage space.

One type of shoe rack is one which hangs over the door. These are usually styled with pockets to put shoes into. These do not require any floor space and are a popular choice amongst people who do not have much space for storage. The disadvantages of these are that they can only hold pairs of small shoes and you cannot easily see each pair. They are great, however, for organisation.
Shoe racks which usually made of soft materials can also be purchased that hang inside wardrobes. These are usually fastened to the clothes rail inside with Velcro. These are great for people with limited storage space since they do not take up much room. Since these shoe racks are also hidden away, it means that your bedroom can continue to look neat and tidy. Hanging shoe racks are very popular amongst people who like the minimalist look, since they are not on show and do not make anything look more cluttered than necessary. In this type of shoe rack there is a different compartment in a shelf style format for each pair of shoes. This means that shoes are also organised and you can easily select a pair. For people who have smaller shoes these are a fantastic way to store them, however, if you have many pairs of bigger shoes such as boots, heels or platforms, you may want to consider an alternative or find a hanging shoe rack which has very big compartments in order to accommodate these different styles of shoes.

A fantastic type of shoe rack for people who are very conscious about the way their house looks is the shoe cabinet. These come in many different styles, but are designed to look just like a normal piece of furniture so are thus unrecognisable as shoe storage. Since there are many to choose from, you are highly likely to be able to find a shoe cabinet which suits your decor and looks good in your house. Most shoe cabinets have drawers on the front which, when pulled, come outwards and downwards to reveal the rack for shoes. These can hold many pairs of shoes and do so at an angle so that you can see all of your shoes easily and are able to store heels as well as flat shoes. An advantage of this type of shoe rack is that when you are looking to find a pair to match an outfit or one pair in particular, you can do so easily since all of your shoes are on display. Shoe cabinets come in different sizes and with different amounts of drawers, so you can find one which can accommodate all of your pairs easily simply by shopping around until you find the perfect one for you. Shoe cabinets also come in the same style as the aforementioned bookcase-style shoe racks, but have cupboard doors which enable you to store shoes without having to have them on show to everybody.

Other forms of shoe storage include revolving shoe organisers which you hook your shoes onto and can be spun to find the pair that you are looking for. Clear Perspex shoe boxes can be purchased also, but these take up a lot of space, do not fit in all shapes and sizes of shoes and are hard to store in themselves. Rotating shoe wheels are a new type of shoe rack that is available. Under-bed shoe storage can also be bought, which has compartments for each pair of shoes and can be slid underneath your bed, thus meaning that it doesn’t take up much storage space.

When thinking about shoe rack types, you may also want to think about materials that you would like your shoe rack to be in. For example, if your shoe rack is on show you may want to find one which is made of a good quality wood. However, you may want a more modern style made of metal, and thus may want to bear this in mind when shopping for your new shoe rack. If you are choosing a hanging shoe rack you may want to look for one in a textile which will look good in the room that you are buying for. If you are looking for an eco-friendly shoe rack you may, however, prefer to choose a freestanding one made of bamboo. There are many different materials available, so you may want to think about your favourite materials or alternatively find a shoe rack that is made of the same material as other furniture in the room that you are buying for.

Colour may also be a big factor in your choice of shoe rack; think about what colour will look good in the room that you are buying for or which you would prefer. Shoe racks come in all sorts of different colours, as well as different metals. There are also some shoe racks which are made of wood, and there is a choice of which shade of wood you would prefer. Colour is a very personal choice, so you may want to think about which you would like before you start your search.

Shoe racks also come in many different shapes and sizes. When you are looking to buy a shoe rack you should take into consideration how much room you have to place it in, and should also think about what shape you would prefer. If you have limited space, for example, you may want to find a shoe rack which is slim but has many tiers for shoes. A good idea is to measure the area where you will be putting the shoe rack in order to ensure that when you buy one it is of perfect size and will look good in the place where you are intending to place it.
There are so many different types of shoe rack, with many different variations within these types, so you may like to think about which you would prefer and which would meet your needs best before you start looking for one. Alternatively, you may simply prefer to browse around different websites looking at what they have to offer and choose from there which type you think would be best for you.