{"id":225721,"date":"2021-06-28T02:20:12","date_gmt":"2021-06-28T09:20:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendey.jahaweb.com\/?p=225721"},"modified":"2021-06-28T02:20:12","modified_gmt":"2021-06-28T09:20:12","slug":"record-storage-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/?p=225721","title":{"rendered":"11 Record Storage and Organization Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201cI remember opening up my first vinyl and seeing the incredible artwork it had. There\u2019s nothing like it. You also get that true gritty sound on vinyl that really makes a rock record sound great, which CDs can never achieve.\u201d  <\/em>–<\/strong>  Nikki Sixx<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serious music lovers know that there is something special about LP records. Although it once appeared that vinyl records had gone the way of the dinosaur, record collecting has enjoyed a resurrection. A whole new generation has discovered vinyl\u2019s retro appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vinyl collection culture is thriving today, leaving collectors wondering what are the best\u2014and best-looking\u2014vinyl record storage options. Scroll through our carefully curated record storage ideas and learn how to care for your collection while showing it off.<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Space-Efficient Console Tables for Vinyls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Console tables were first used in France during the 17th century. They consisted of a rectangular or semi-circle table top supported by wall-mounted brackets instead of the usual four legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modern console tables may be wall mounted or freestanding. Because of its narrow profile, a console table is a good choice when space is at a premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Vintage
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\"Modern
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\"Stylish
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\"Eclectic
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\"Minimalist
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\"Cabinet<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mid century furniture was made for vinyl record storage, as everyone had a record player in that era. Search second-hand and antique shops for genuine mid century console tables. If you prefer something new, look for simple, trendy consoles with clean lines and a shelf or rack tall enough to stand each vinyl record on end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Versatile Crates and Boxes for Record Keeping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Crates and boxes are perhaps the original vinyl record storage solution. They are affordable, stackable, and available in a range of materials to fit into any style of interior d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look for natural wood or manufactured wood crates, plain or with embellishments. Serious collectors can sometimes find vintage record boxes engraved with record store names and logos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Turntable
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You don\u2019t need a certain kind of record box, however. A basic wooden crate available at any container store works well for vinyl storage. A classic plastic milk crate is another great vinyl record storage idea. For an edgier, industrial look, buy metal crates or boxes to hold your record collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Organize with Cube Shelves for Albums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cube shelves are perfect for vinyl storage provided that they\u2019re the right size. Traditional record album sizes are seven, 10 and 12 inches in diameter. Therefore, each individual cube should have an inside measurement about one inch bigger than the records you plan to store there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Vibrant
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\"Turntable
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\"Cozy
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\"Evening
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\"Rustic
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\"Monochrome
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\"Vintage
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\"Cozy<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Artistic<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A cube shelving unit usually has three to five cubes across and at least two vertical rows. For a modern, perfectly square storage unit choose shelving that has an equal number of cubes on each side. If the cubes lock together and the top is deep enough, you may be able to display your turntable on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Personalize Your Space with Custom Record Cabinets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A custom built cabinet may be the best record storage system for your personal collection. This is especially true if your music collection includes different sizes of record albums along with cassette tapes or CDs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Retro
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\"Warm
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\"Modern
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\"Chic
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\"Modern
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An experienced furniture builder or cabinet carpenter can work with you to create the perfect record cabinet. They can also help you reconfigure a storage cabinet you already own to serve as a record storage unit. Be sure to leave room for your record player and speakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Craft Your Storage: DIY Solutions for Vinyls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A DIY record storage system can take one of two forms. You can purchase a ready-to-assemble cabinet from a big retailer or look online for instructions on building your own storage furniture from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtually any type of record storage cabinet, cube shelf, rack, console, or shelving is a contender for your next DIY project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Rustic
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\"Minimalist
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\"Quirky
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\"Vintage
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\"Bold
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\"Rustic
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\"Modern
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\"Cozy
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\"Modern
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\"Mint<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you are new to DIY, a simple wood record storage crate may be a good starter project. After you build one record storage crate, you may want to make several more to house a large vinyl collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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