Dimensions. Etageres come in different sizes. Choose the one that can fit the room where you’ll be placing it. Make sure you get the room’s measurements carefully and don’t forget to take into consideration the ceiling height.
Color. A metal and glass etagere is a large piece of furniture, so its color must fit in with the room where it’ll be placed. Your color choices for the metal framework span the entire color spectrum. If you opt for a darker color, it is great for a formal setting, while a lighter one is best added to a dark space that needs brightening. Fun colors are great if you’ll be adding the metal and glass etagere in a teenager’s bedroom.
Legs. The thickness of the metal framework will depend on whether the room has furniture legs that are too few or too less. If your room features furniture that shows too much leg, the etagere that’s right for the space is the one with a thin metal framework. On the other hand, a thicker metal framework is right for a room that has clunky or visually heavy furniture. Follow these guidelines so you achieve just the right balance within your space.
Use. If your metal and glass etagere will be required to carry heavy objects like vases and tons of books, then the glass shelves should be able to support all the items you want to showcase. However, if the etagere’s function is more of a display case, then you can opt for the standard glass shelves. However, keep in mind that an etagere is a delicate piece of furniture, so it’s not always the best to use in displaying heavy objects or too many items. If you want a stronger alternative to an etagere, your best bet would be a wooden bookcase.
Budget. Because an etagere will be something that your home will feature for several years, consider its purchase as an investment. So, get the item that’s of the highest quality but it must still be within your budget range. If you’ve found a metal and glass etagere that’s massive and great for your space but it’s too costly, just purchase two units and place them side by side. You'll achieve the effect similar to the costly piece.
Now that you know the essential aspects that need considering when getting metal and glass etageres, go ahead and “class up” your home!