The shoe rack is an integral part of the hallway interior. There are various varieties of this piece of furniture, but special attention should be paid to models with a seat. Convenient designs not only create comfort, but also have high functionality. The article will discuss the types of shoe racks, their styles and the right choice.
Features
Shoe box with padded seat - a convenient model in the hallway for storing shoes. Its advantage is compactness and multifunctionality. Of the main advantages it is also worth noting the saving of space. The standard depth of the shoe is 30 cm. Even with the modest dimensions of the corridor in the room, you can place a small model for shoes.
Usually, shoe racks have from one to several shelves depending on the model. Some products for the hallway are equipped with hangers and mirrors.
Storage products with a seat, of course, create comfort and convenience. It is pleasant to return home, sit on a soft padded stool and take off your shoes without getting up from the seat. You can also get shoes sitting on a puff.
Of the pluses, it is worth noting that the shoes are not deformed during storage. However, most shoe racers do not require the placement of boots. For this case, there are special baskets for high shoes or vertical models.
The selection of products is so great that even the type of seat can be selected. Poufs are soft and hard.
The assortment in furniture stores is represented by various types of design. It will not be difficult to choose a shoe rack for a certain style of interior.
Shoe cabinets with a seat are a wall variant of furniture. Therefore, all models have high stability, the design is very strong and reliable, which prevents the deformation of the cabinet itself.
Types of designs
The best option is an open metal shoe rack with a seat. This product is easy to care for. The model has metal shelves for shoes. In the rainy and snow season, shoe placement is very convenient: you can easily wipe or mop the floor under the shoe. And also the shoes dry quickly after washing.
Reliable and durable frame has wear resistance and has a high service life. In addition, the design of the metal model is suitable for almost any direction in the design.
In the manufacture of narrow models with a seat, slim technology is used. The appearance of the shoebox is very original. Products have several advantages.
- Roominess and functionality. Some models can accommodate up to 10 pairs of shoes. In addition, almost all products are equipped with an additional pair of shelves.
- Ergonomics
- Permanent ventilation. Airing eliminates the smell of shoes.
- The best price.
- Style. Slim shoes are often used in a modern interior.
Deep types of shoe racks with a seat can be attributed to a more familiar choice. Models have a soft padded stool and additional sections with sliding shelves for storing trifles.
Upholstered bench seats - compact models for shoes. The design consists of a pair of compartments. Outwardly, the stand with the seat resembles a small sofa. The product can be equipped with armrests, a back or an additional section with shelves. The model differs from a usual curbstone by refinement of design and a high level of comfort.
Of the main advantages of such a banquette distinguish:
- comfortable soft seat;
- compactness;
- the presence of compartments for storing trifles - keys, an umbrella, documents;
- the side shelf serves as an excellent complement to the placement of decoration or phone elements on it.
The main drawback of such shoe racks is the width of the furniture and limited functionality. It is convenient to sit on such a bench and it is possible to place only up to several pairs of shoes.
Shoe racks with an open seat equipped with a bottom for storing a large number of shoes. Of the pluses, it is worth mentioning that the shoes with this placement are outdoors. This prevents odors. The absence of doors gives the design strength and reliability. The frame does not wear out.
Another kind of shoe rack with a seat - shelf with closed sidewalls. The design has open compartments for shoes.
Some open models have additional side shelves, hooks and hangers for clothes, as well as mirrors and extendable shelves.
Closed shoe It is a floor cabinet with several compartments or drawers. On top of the product has a soft finish in the form of a pouf. This can be a one-piece pouf or several small poufs that encircle the top surface of the cabinet. The advantage of such products is that the shoes are hidden from prying eyes. Dust does not enter the cabinet, which is also an advantage.
Another type of shoe storage furniture is corner shoe with seat. This model saves space. When decorating a hall with a corner piece, the corridor space is used to the maximum. There are products of a rotating type. In such designs it is convenient to store shoes of a large family.
Materials of manufacture
The list of materials for the production of shoes opens the most budgetary option - plastic. Today, many furniture designs are made of plastic. As for the choice of plastic shoe racks, here you need to be careful. Models should be chosen from durable, high quality material. Conventional plastic products with a seat are unable to support the weight of an adult.
One of the most durable and reliable designs is considered metal shoe rack. The frame of the product has one or more poufs, which are located on the upper part. If you have imagination, you can update the iron model with paint. The design does not suffer from this.
As a rule, shoe racks made of metal are produced with forging elements. Models are great for halls in the style of empire, Provence and classic.
Wooden modelsDespite the high cost, they are also in great demand. Wood is an environmentally friendly raw material. In addition, the smell of wood will fill the space with the warm atmosphere of nature.
LDSP, MDF - The best options for the production of shoe racks. The budgetary cost and quality of processing the product makes the products durable and reliable.
As for the decoration of soft seats, materials such as velor, leatherette and eco leather. When filling the seats, synthetic materials are most often used. So, soft seats for shoe racks are usually filled with polystyrene foam. The material is foam balls of small size that perfectly create and hold volume.
Polyurethane foam also used to fill products. The elastic material retains the shape of the seat for a long time. As a rule, it is customary to use leather covers as upholstery with this filler.
Dimensions
Closed models with a seat have a small height of up to 55 cm. Products are equipped with a pair of shelves. This shoe rack is suitable for storing a small amount of shoes. The model is not intended for storing high boots.
Ordinary open shoe racks also have a small height - up to 50 cm or up to 1 meter. The design is presented in the form of a frame with a pair of sidewalls to which the shelves are attached. Above the shoebox is equipped with a soft padded stool. The average dimensions of this model are as follows:
- height - 80 cm;
- width - 50 cm;
- depth - 35 cm.
The number of shelves in such products depends on the height. Some models have up to 5 shelves and are additionally equipped with closed shelves on the side. But there are also models with a seat in the form of a shelf with closed sidewalls. The height of the product is up to 60 cm, the depth is up to 40 cm. If there is a large area, choose more massive models up to 80 cm wide.
Each type of shoe implies a choice of products of certain dimensions. There are models in which you can adjust the height of the structure for slippers or high boots.
What styles are appropriate?
The shoe rack is part of the furniture, which serves not only for storing shoes. The product must be combined with interior design. The variety of models allows you to choose furniture for any direction. Elegant items with carved elements and legs perfectly complement the Rococo corridor.
Forged models accentuate the baroque interior, and add space to additional decor and chic.
Minimalism is suitable for metal products with retractable systems. The model should be made in one color.
Provence suggests wickerwork design, and a simple model will fit the classics without unnecessary details.
How to choose the right one?
Before buying a shoe, you should consider several aspects. First you need to measure the area of the corridor, and decide on the location of the furniture. The size and shape of the product also depends on the number of shoes that will be stored inside. A family of three should choose a larger model. If the corridor is small, you should pay attention to compact products. The interior space of such shoe boxes has a high capacity. Having a shoe suggests saving space. You need to choose those products that have additional boxes or shelves for storing keys, umbrellas and hats. One of the main selection criteria is the quality of the material. When buying, you must check the product for reliability and durability. Seams should be glued. Drilling holes should be well protected with PVC film or veneer. The design itself must be stable and not wobble from side to side.
When choosing, it is also worth considering the color scheme. The shoe rack should fit harmoniously into the interior of the corridor, otherwise the furniture will look out of place.
Good examples in the interior
Of the successful examples, it is worth noting forged models. Products will never go out of fashion. They are easy to care for, look stylish and modern. In addition, such a model can be made to order. The master will make a unique piece of furniture according to an individual sketch and in a single copy.
Of the luxurious pieces of furniture, it is worth noting the luxury shoe rack. Models are made only from natural materials: leather and wood. Finishing of such products, as a rule, is expensive and is carried out with various additions in the form of carving or engraving.
For a simpler corridor, a white or dark color model with a seat is suitable.
Shoes from MDF and particleboard look stylish. Models under a tree are very high quality and in no way inferior to expensive products. Wooden shoe racks create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort.
For fans of minimalism, you should pay attention to models in a modern style, such as high-tech. The design of the product has nothing superfluous. At the same time, the models are equipped with soft seats and roomy interior space.
Open narrow shoe racks with a seat fit perfectly into a small corridor. Spacious shelves allow you to store a large number of shoes. They are also easy to use and very durable.
About how to make a shoe rack with your own hands in the hallway, see the next video.