Pros share their favorite book organizing solutions.
Many of us are attached to our books for various reasons.
This causes our bookshelves to get a little unruly and disorganized with books we no longer need or want.
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Decluttering and organizing books is a challenge, for sure, but not one you cant solve.
Need some inspiration to tidy up your at-home library?
We asked organizing experts for the best ways to organize books to highlight your treasured collection.
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Valuable books can be sold on digitalmarketplaces like eBayor at local bookstores that sell collectibles.
Check local guidelines, but most paperbacks can go in the recycling bin as-is.
Book Organizing Methods
Take your book organizing inspiration from these expert-approved solutions.
Organizing by color can also work for book vignettes, like as decor on shelving or in little nooks.
Add depth and visual interest by mixing vertical and horizontal stacks, she adds.
A plant on top of a horizontal stack of books is a nice decorative touch.
Or use bookends to make your books stand upand out!
The idea is to scatter them throughout your house in a way that really puts them on display.
The idea is to keep the vibes breezy and purposefully lived in.
The goal is to make it easy to sort through a large collection.
Consider this option if youd like to take things digital.
Simply organize your books into seasonal or thematic rotations.
