1. Etageres are a light piece of furniture with a series of shelves traditionally used to display decorative ornaments in the home. Crafted extensively in France in the latter part of the 18th century, these popular units were often made as corner pieces.
2. The versatility of etageres makes them useful throughout the home. Typically used outside of the kitchen, they have uses similar to bookshelves. Bakers racks that are used outside of the kitchen are referred to as etageres. These units are ideal for showcasing decorative items and providing additional storage space.
3. Whether a corner unit, or with full-size shelves, etageres provide attractive display possibilities for decorative pieces as well as storage options for things like books, magazines, toiletries, pictures, and other items. Larger etageres are ideal bookshelves while corner units make elegant showcases.
4. Etageres can be used for many purposes. These ornate pieces can serve as very decorative displays in the living room, while etageres placed in the bathroom make for decorative storage for towels, toiletry, beauty, and other personal items. These shelving units can be used in every room of the home as well as the office, patio, and gardening area. The ideas are limitless.
5. Etageres have as many styles as they have uses. From traditional to French Country, Commercial to transitional, there is an etagere crafted in a style to match your decor. Shelves are available in wood, glass, and metal. Wood, wicker, or metal are all materials used in the frame of an ￩tag￨re. Some designs are crafted to fit in corners for attractive space saving storage and display.
