Black and white geometric wallpaper give this room a playful vibe, which pairs with the white shelves full of children’s toys. Books and fabric cubes are placed in the storage units under paintings hung on the wall above.
38 Charming Playroom Shelves to Help Organize Your Space
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January 6, 2023
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Playrooms are the scene for endless childhood games, getting lost in books, and spending hours in make-believe worlds. But when playtime is over, cleaning up is a simple task when you have playroom shelves to help organize toys and tuck them out of sight. From built-in shelves to cube storage, there are endless options to help you create the perfect playroom aesthetic both during and after playtime.
Playroom shelving is also an opportunity to infuse more décor and personality into the room. Arrange books by color for a rainbow effect, or use patterned bins to introduce more texture. You can also get creative with wicker baskets and vintage storage containers to give your storage a unique spin. Storage solutions don’t have to be boring, as you’ll see from the wide array of ideas we’ve collected for you here.
02 of Canopy Tent with Personalized Table
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A white canopy tent filled with pillows and stuffed toys hangs from the ceiling in the corner of this playroom. A wood play table with plastic storage bins is personalized in rainbow letters and sits next to a small play kitchen. An alphabet scroll wall art is hanging on the wall above.
03 of Decorative Rainbow on White Playroom Shelves
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This pristine corner has a pop of color from a small, decorative rainbow next to a white lamp and a potted plant. White shelves hold wicker baskets and fabric storage bins. A small toy tractor acts as a bookend for leaning books on one shelf.
04 of Playroom with White and Blue Polka Dot Wallpaper
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Stuffed animals are mounted on white wallpaper with blue polka dots in this white and airy playroom. White shelves display wicker baskets to store toys away, with wood boxes providing additional storage. A dark blue and white striped rug covers the dark hardwood floors below.
05 of Floor-to-Ceiling Storage Shelves in White Playroom
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Floor-to-ceiling built-in shelves are filled with fabric bins, storage cases, books, and animal décor in this well-lit playroom. A white rug rests in the center of the room, where a small white bike and toy cars are ready for playtime.
06 of Playroom with Blue and White Striped Feature Wall
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Vertical white and blue stripes create a unique playroom feature wall, along with marquee letters on wood floating shelves. White cubes storage with wood boxes and wire baskets hold an assortment of toys, and a blue plaid rug covers the floor below.
07 of Industrial Toy Organizer Shelves with Wicker Baskets
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Black industrial-style shelves are placed along the back wall of this white-painted playroom. Woven and wicker baskets are used on each shelf for storage, with botanical prints hanging on the wall on each side. A unique starburst light fixture hangs over a small white table on a textured rug in the center of the room.
08 of White Playroom with Wicker Accents
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Modern and farmhouse décor mix in this white playroom, which features a wicker globe light fixture over a small white table set with wicker chairs. White playroom shelves with fabric storage boxes, books, and stuffed animals display two potted plants in matching planters.
09 of Large Mirror in Traditional Playroom
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A large mirror with a wood frame if mounted on the wall of the traditional play space. Matching baseboard, crown molding, and chair rail detailing frame the room, while sunburst wall hangings and a mirror are hung on either side. A dark patterned traditional rug and furniture are set in the center of the room, while playroom shelving is reflected in the mirror.
10 of Graduated Cube Storage in Airy Playroom
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A light and airy playroom is designed with a dark blue rug over hardwood floors and a small, round table in the corner of the room. Graduated dark brown cubes with wicker baskets form a pyramid along one wall, while galvanized tin letters hang on the wall above.
12 of Colorful Wall Décor in White Play Space
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A colorful lettered sign hangs on the white wall in this stunning room. White shelves with wicker baskets are set on the floor below, while framed animal signs accessorize the top. A metal storage shelf on wheels is the perfect solution for storing craft and art supplies.
13 of Animal Drawings Above Playroom Storage Shelves
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A trio of animal drawings in wood frames is hung above a white playroom shelving unit. Light from a nearby window illuminates the potted plants and toys accessorizing the shelves. A large wicker pendant light hangs over a miniature white table decorated with a small potted plant.
14 of Vintage Blue Desk in Gray Playroom
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A vintage blue desk and matching chair sit below large metal letters hanging on a gray wall. This playroom also features a black and white chevron patterned rug below a small child-sized table and chairs. Black metal and wood shelves in the corner provide the perfect storage solution for toys.
15 of White Playroom with Rainbow Mat
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A colorful rainbow mat is layered on top of a white textured rug in this immaculate playroom. A small white table and chairs are placed in the center of the room, while white playroom shelves are placed along the back wall. White fabric bins, books, and toys fill each shelf.
16 of Cube Shelves for Playroom Storage with Baskets
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A large, colorful rug lies on the floor in this cozy playroom. In the corner sits a small table with two white chairs next to a natural stained wood bookshelf and play kitchen. Cube shelves for playroom storage are placed in the closet to help hide away the mess.
17 of Gray Playroom with Long Playroom Shelves
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Every toy has its place in this light gray and white playroom. Long playroom shelves in white and light wood are filled with toy trucks and wicker baskets, while the opposite corner contains white shelves with boxes to keep toys out of sight. An exterior door allows natural light to fill the room.
18 of Rattan Light Fixture for Natural Playroom
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This playroom has a natural vibe with a large rattan light pendant hanging over a white table with gray chairs. Matching wicker baskets are placed on the white playroom shelving along the back wall next to a small kitchen with white cabinets and a white subway tile backsplash.
19 of Modern Accent Wall with Wood Detailing
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Elevate the look of your playroom by using modern, luxurious wallpaper on an accent wall. The black and white swan design in this room partners well with the white playroom shelves with wood accents. Wicker baskets and a hanging wicker chair in the corner give the room a warm touch.
20 of Alphabet Wall Décor in Gray-Themed Playroom
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Colorful letters curve up the gray-painted wall in this boy’s bedroom, arching over playroom floating shelves. Toys, books, and framed photos decorate the shelves, while a matching cube storage unit with gray fabric baskets sits underneath. A gray and white rug covers the dark hardwood floors near a white playhouse bed.
22 of Vintage Green Playroom Décor with Wood Accents
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This space has a vintage look with dark green playroom shelves displaying wicker baskets and toys. A large wood-framed lettered sign is hung on the wall above with floating wood shelves filled with books mounted on either side. The dark oriental-style carpet lays beneath a small wood table and chairs and gray chair.
23 of Neutral Playroom with Wooden Playhouse
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A minimalist wooden playhouse is decorated for Christmas with a small village and snowflake garland decorating its shelves and roof. Two storage bins are fitted with fabric bags for holding toys next to a large stuffed swan. White frames and a white textured rug complete the neutral scene.
24 of Light Filled Playroom with Wood Tones
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Natural light fills this playroom, which features white walls and gauzy white curtains. Natural wood floors match this small child’s table and shelves for playroom storage. Two gray beanbag chairs are set below a gallery wall of black-and-white family photos along one wall.
25 of Rainbow Bookshelf Design for Playroom
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If you’re looking for playroom shelving ideas, consider using colorful books as part of your design. By thoughtfully arranging books with similar covers on their own shelf, you can create a rainbow effect that is both beautiful and functional. This room also has a modern gold light fixture to give the space a contemporary look.
26 of Shiplap Playroom Feature Wall with Wire Bookshelves
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A light gray shiplap feature wall is hung with a colorful gallery wall of vintage movie prints under a large metal lettering sign. Wire shelves are mounted nearby and filled with books, while the opposite corner displays white playroom shelving filled with toys. A play floor cushion stacked with pillows rests on the floor below.
27 of White Playroom with Wicker Storage
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A white textured rug lies on the floor of this pristine playroom, which also showcases a small play table and chairs under an alphabet wall hanging. White shelves use wicker boxes and baskets to help with toy organization along on wall, while a gray sofa is placed opposite.
28 of Gray Ombré Playroom Wall Shelves in Monochrome Room
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Shades of black, white, and gray create a monochrome look to this modern playroom. Black and white patterned rugs cover the gray hardwood floors, while a built-in desk with black metal chairs is displayed along the back wall. Large playroom wall shelves are placed in the corner with storage cubes in a gray ombré design.
29 of Farmhouse Playroom with Sliding Barn Door
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A gray sliding barn door gives this playroom a farmhouse vibe and contrasts with the white walls and decorative woven rug on the hardwood floors. White shelves hold wicker baskets, gray fabric cubes, and wooden bins under a black framed sign. Natural light illuminated the room from a nearby window.
31 of White Playroom Storage Shelves with Layered Rugs
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Kids will love to play for hours in this colorful room. A large black and white geometric rug is layered beneath a round alphabet rug and a rug with a road design for play cars. White playroom storage shelves with fabric boxes sit below large lettered wall décor.
32 of Chalkboard Feature Wall in Gray and White Playroom
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A black chalkboard wall grabs your attention in this creative playroom. A black floating shelf at the top of the wall holds wooden letters, while two black chairs are set below. White shelves with gray and white storage bin rest against a gray-painted wall below a large lettered sign.
33 of Mint Green Playroom Wall Shelves
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Mint green accents this play space, which features a large green chalkboard and antique shelves filled with green storage boxes. Assorted globes decorate the top of the playroom wall shelves below black and white portraits. Blue and white striped beanbag chairs match the rug in the center of the room.
34 of Book Nook Feature Wall
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Favorite childhood books are arranged on a dark blue beadboard feature wall with white floating shelves. A natural wood frame around the wall match playroom floating shelves with marquee letters on the adjacent wall. White cube shelves use wicker baskets to hide away toys.
35 of Colorful Playroom with Blue Toy Organizer Shelves
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Bright and colorful accents are always a popular choice in playrooms. This home uses color in the blue playroom shelves and rainbow garland strung along one wall. Lettered signs and chalkboard décor create a vibrant space for kids to play.
36 of Pink and White Playroom Shelving Ideas
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This playroom is a childhood dream with light pink walls and white board and batten paneling. Dark hardwood floors run the length of the room, where a small white sofa, white play tent, and a play house are displayed. White playroom shelving with pink baskets rests along one wall.
37 of Buffalo Plaid Feature Wall in Neutral Playroom
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Gray and white buffalo plaid wallpaper create a stunning feature wall in this well-lit room. A white tent is placed in the corner near wood playroom shelves filled with gray and white bins, with a marquee-style sign hanging on the wall above. A miniature foosball table sits on a gray and black table in the center of the room.
38 of Shiplap Bedroom with String Lights
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A white shiplap feature wall gives this light and airy playroom a farmhouse feeling, along with a gray board and batten feature wall. White shelves for playroom storage use wicker baskets along one wall, with a string of light with gold stars hanging overhead. A gray upholstered chair is placed at a white desk on the opposite wall.
