Whether it is a collection of antiques, wall clocks, seashells, photos of places you have been, or vintage items, you should display your work with pride. That said, what are the best ways to display collections in your home? Use these tips to show your collection and make the most of the years you’ve spent building it.
Create Customized Shelving
Shelves are good for toys, figurines, or sculptures. Shelving can help you display your collection in an uncluttered and secure way, all while avoiding using up precious floor space. You can build a room with various-sized shelves and sort everything according to the type of collection. Consider even adding a glass cover so dirt and dust won’t get through. Customized shelving, whether handmade or ordered, ensures you can fit every piece of your collection into your display with ease.
Show Them on the Wall
If you are full of pride in your assemblages, you can create a wall that is an exclusive space. You can hang the collections and make them visible to visitors to guests where you can share the story and how you come to collect them. Make the wall the point of conversation that you and your guests can enjoy. Just keep in mind that where you set up your wall displays matters. For example, one rule for storing a crystal collection is to keep the stones out of direct sunlight. Quilts, photographs, and documents are also susceptible to sun damage.
Dedicate a Room to Your Collection
If you want to have your entire collection display without letting it take over your home décor, you can dedicate a room’s interior design to your collection instead. A library or an exhibit room where you can have them on full display with distinction is a perfect idea. You can use furniture, color schemes, and materials to give your collection the best backdrop possible.
Display Them With Pride
Overall, the best way to display collections in your home is with pride. Sometimes our favorite items disappear into storage, unseen but certainly not forgotten. Keeping your collection on display doesn’t just provide you with happy memories and a sense of accomplishment; it allows you to keep your collection safe and well-maintained as well. Whatever it is that you collect, celebrate it and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
