A shoe rack is a small piece of furniture that typically is housed in a closet. It holds all the shoes you have and keeps them organized so they are not strewn about the floor and messy. There are various types of shoe rack available. They come in different styles, sizes and colors. Depending on your needs, you can get a very inexpensive shoe rack that will do the trick but is nothing fancy. This is a good money saving option. However, you can also get a custom made, built in shoe rack which is a top of the line solution. However, you also pay top of the line price for it.

One of the basic types of shoe rack available is the free standing shoe rack. This is often something similar to a bookshelf but is not always. There are various types of freestanding shoe rack starting with the shoe tree. A shoe tree is a type of shoe rack that is vertical. It has a wide base so it stands on its own and a center pole with places for shoes to be hung up and down its length. Generally this type of shoe rack rotates so you can view your various shoes whenever you want to pick them out. It can be a space saving and convenient solution.

Another type of free standing shoe rack is the modular rack. These are usually squares or cubby holes where your shoes will fit in. These types of shoe rack are expandable so you may get an initial six cubby holes but then add an additional six. These can sit side by side or be stacked on top of one another. Whatever way is most convenient to allow for space in your closet, the modular units can accommodate.

Stacking shoe racks are among the most popular types of shoe rack available. These look like shelves where the shoes sit. Some of them come one shelf at a time or come in stacks of three or four already. The stacking type of shoe rack comes in wire, bamboo, wicker and any type of wood imaginable. Another variation of this type of shoe rack is the shoe cabinet which is very similar to the stacking shoe rack except it has closed drawers so it is more attractive. Some of this type of shoe rack even has wheels or casters on them so they can be moved around as needed.

Shoe boxes that can be stacked and stored are another type of shoe rack. Often these plastic boxes will have a see through panel on one or both sides so you can view the shoes without having to rummage through various boxes. This is a great storage solution for very expensive shoes and seasonal shoes. An under the bed shoe rack is also a great solution for both expensive and seasonal items. It keeps the shoes out of the way and does not need to be used until you need them.

The second basic type of shoe rack available is the hanging shoe rack. A hanging shoe rack is something that is mounted on a wall, on a closet rod or more typically a door. Also commonly called an over the door shoe rack, this type is portable, convenient and space saving. They are typically not as attractive or fancy as the stand alone units but are generally less expensive and smaller. The hanging shoe rack is usually made of wire or canvas and plastic. It is mounted over the closet door so when you open it, your shoes will be viewable.

A shoe rack is a convenient storage solution for your shoes. It will allow you to get your shoes off the floor, better protect your shoes and organize them so they are more easily found when needed. There are several types, sizes and models of shoe rack available. Depending on your needs and your budget you can choose from any number of different free standing shoe racks or hanging shoe racks. If neither of those options suit your needs, though, you can always hire a contractor to add some built in shelving to your closet so you have an even more sophisticated shoe rack option.