8 Renter-Friendly Shelves, No Drilling Required

Oaprire Acrylic Floating Shelves ($20)

Sitting at an attractive price point of $20 for a two-pack, this floating acrylic shelf set can be hung in just about any room you need a little extra space. Each shelf holds up to seven pounds (enough for a candle and a small houseplant), and there's an opening at the bottom for a cord should you choose to put an electronic device on it.

Best part? You won't have to worry about damageing your walls since the shelves are held up by durable (and waterproof) adhesive tape.

Spirich Over The Toilet Storage Cabinet ($96)

The best part about this free-standing shelving option is that it utilises an often overlooked area of the bathroom: above the toilet. We love this one in particular because it offers two methods of storage: exposed shelves for decor items and everyday essentials, and cabinet shelves for things you'd rather not keep out on display.

It's available in white and espresso brown (so it's bound to match any colour palette) and features a minimalist design that'll complement different styles, from farmhouse to modern.

Vaehold Spice Rack Organiser ($30)

No kitchen cupboards? No problem. This five-tiered spice organiser lives on your countertop and acts as storage for any sauces, oils, or condiments you cook with or use often. The tiered shelves make it easy to see (and grab) what's displayed on each row — plus, the acrylic-wood combination is aesthetically-pleasing.

We love a good multi-use product as much as the next home-decor enthusiast, so sky is really the limit with this pick. You'll definitely want to grab one for your bathroom to store your perfume bottles, toiletries, and makeup.

West Elm Profile Bookcase ($499-998)

It's called a bookcase, but we think this staggered shelving unit is hardly just for books. Offering plenty of space to showcase things like candles, picture frames, decor items, and vases, you can also use this alongside a desk if you plan on doubling up your bedroom as a home office.

In any case, making use of vertical space is just one way to make a room appear bigger (and, if you do choose to store books on it, it'll keep them at eye-level). We're fans of the solid iron finish and think it gives this piece a sleek appearance. Another thing we love? Because it's not a leaning bookcase, you won't have to worry about securing it to the wall.

StorageWorks 6-Shelf Hanging Closet Organisers ($26)

If your closet consists of nothing but rods, give it an upgrade with this hanging shelving system. The beauty of this storage solution is that depending on your closet layout, you can use it as two separate, three-shelf organisers, or attach them to use as one, six-shelf organiser.

Either way, the shelves are made out of sturdy plastic boards that can hold up to 50 pounds in total — perfect for your hats, sweaters, tank tops, and scarves. The mesh pockets on the sides are also a nice addition and helpful for storing awkward-shaped items, like belts.

Tangkula TV Stand ($130)

The space underneath your TV is precious real estate that's just begging for an entertainment centre with open shelving like this available at Target. Use it as a base for your TV and to store board games, books, audio equipment, or just about anything you need at arm's reach.

We like that this one features adjustable shelves on its sides in addition to open shelving in the front, perfect for maximising space in a smaller living room. This pick also gets brownie points for the cable holes on the back shelves. Who else can't stand the look of unsightly cords?

Magnetic Shelf For Refrigerator ($28, originally $40)

If you're really pressed for cabinet and countertop space, opt for this magnetic shelving rack. It supports up to seven pounds, making it ideal for storing your vitamins and most-used condiments on your refrigerator. You can also use it on the side of your washing machine to place your cleaning products. This shelf option comes in two colours (black and white) to match a wide range of home styles.