Collections have a habit of taking over. A few small figures on a desk turn into a row, the row turns into a crowded shelf, and before long the collection is competing with books, lamps and everything else for surface space. Pieces get knocked over, dust gathers, and the things you are proudest of are hard to see.
The Adjustable Wall Display Stand gives a collection a home of its own on the wall. Small dolls, action figures, little building block sets and collectibles line up on shallow shelves where they can be seen properly, and the desk or shelf they used to crowd is free again. Because it is on the wall, it also keeps small pieces out of reach of pets and younger children.
What makes the wall display stand out
Moving the display onto the wall is the first advantage. A stand that sits on a shelf still uses the shelf, while a wall stand uses space that is usually empty. A bedroom or hobby room gains a whole display area without giving up any furniture.
The shelf spacing is the second. The shelves are spaced about 2.4 inches apart and the stand is 2.8 inches deep, which suits small figures and collectibles standing in neat rows. Each piece has its own place, so the display looks ordered rather than crowded.
The adjustable design is the third. The shelf positions can be moved, so the spacing can be reset later as a collection grows or changes. New pieces of a different size do not mean buying a new stand.
Finally, the finishes suit different rooms. The stand is powder coated metal in black, gray, white, walnut or pink, so it can disappear against a wall of the same color or stand out as a frame for the collection.
Where it looks best, room by room
- Bedrooms. A collection on the wall instead of crowding a dresser.
- Hobby rooms. Finished builds and figures displayed together.
- Kids' rooms. Small toys kept tidy and out of reach of pets.
- Home offices. A few favorite pieces above the desk.
- Game rooms. Figures from favorite series lined up on show.
White and gray suit bright, modern rooms, black gives a crisp frame on a light wall, walnut adds warmth in a room full of wood, and pink brings a playful touch to a child's bedroom or a colorful hobby room.
Two or three stands side by side create a larger display wall, which works well for a growing collection or for grouping pieces by series.
A wall display also makes dusting easier. With pieces lined up on shallow shelves, a quick pass with a dry cloth reaches everything, rather than moving a crowd of figures off a desk.
A wall stand is also a good way to rotate a collection. Keep a few favorite pieces on show, store the rest, and swap them every so often so the display always has something new to look at.
Choosing the size and placement
The stand measures 14.6 inches wide, 14.6 inches tall and 2.8 inches deep, with shelves spaced about 2.4 inches apart. Measure the tallest piece in your collection against that 2.4 inch spacing before ordering, since anything taller will not stand upright on a shelf.
A few tips help it go up well:
- Use anchors suited to your wall type rather than screws straight into plasterboard.
- Check the stand is level before loading it.
- Hang it at a height where the collection is easy to see.
- For a child's room, mount it high enough to keep small pieces out of reach.
Think about light as well. A display near a window or under a lamp shows off the details of each piece, though strong direct sunlight can fade some plastics over time, so a spot with softer light is often best.
Care is simple. Dust the stand and the collection with a soft, dry cloth. If the surface gets wet, dry it immediately to protect the metal.
Plan the layout before filling it. Grouping pieces by color, series or size makes the display easier to read and gives the wall a more considered look.
Before drilling, hold the stand against the wall with a few pieces on it to check the height from where you usually sit or stand. Mark both fixing points while it is level, then mount it.
If you plan more than one stand, mark them all at once so the spacing between them is even and the finished wall reads as a single display.
Pairing it with other pieces
A wall display looks best as part of a room that celebrates the collection. A small picture light or a wall sconce nearby, a framed print from the same series and a shelf of related books turn a single stand into a feature wall.
Browse the display racks collection for more ways to show off a collection, or the picture lights collection for a light to highlight it.
Is the wall display stand right for your space?
This stand is a strong fit if you:
- Have a collection of small figures or collectibles.
- Want to free up desk or shelf space.
- Need pieces kept out of reach of pets or young children.
- Like the option to adjust the shelf spacing later.
It may not be the right choice if your pieces are taller than the shelf spacing, or if you cannot fix anything to your walls. A freestanding display case or deeper shelf will suit you better.
Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about shelf spacing are answered at info@norafurnish.com.
