The history of the record player dates back into the 1800s but it reached popularity in the mid-1900s. Simple vinyl records came out originally, however customers complained that they wore out after a few uses. After the Great Depression, musical-experts focused on inventing a new compound that would last longer and deliver high-quality sound. Fewer artists record their music on vinyl records today since they tend to be more of a collector’s item. However, we have seen the vinyl record trend come back in the last 5-10 years. Music lovers appreciate the quality of sound and want to hear the music played the way it was intended. Whether you listen to records or simply just collect them, here are some fun ways to display them at home or in the office.
Magazine Rack
Magazine sales may have started to dwindle, so why not find another use for their racks? Most of these are the right height to display your records and it permits easy access to the vinyl when you want to take a listen. Shop around and check the sizes before you buy one since they vary in height and width.
Play & Display Flip Frames
If you have a large space to display your records or perhaps not very many records at all, these flip frames are a great tool for people who like to listen to their records and display them artfully. Display the record on the wall so that: 1. People can admire the album cover, 2. you can always find it, and 3. you can easily flip it open whenever you want to listen to it. They are very handy, and it looks great too. Check out all these different displays on Pinterest.
Wall/Ceiling Display
But perhaps you are simply looking to display your records for show; not everyone actually has a functional record player. There are so many ways to display vinyl that you need to decide what you want for your space. Perhaps you want to line up your album covers along your wall where it meets the ceiling – using 2-sided wall hangings or a string with close pins can be great ways to hang them while reducing the number of holes in the wall. Clear thumbtacks pushed into each corner of the album cover also work well to secure them if holes aren’t an issue. Putting the actual vinyl record on the wall can be challenging; you could try using small nails around the edges to rest it on, place them on shelves or fasten them to a board before attaching it to the wall – so many options!
No matter how you decide to display your records, make sure to enjoy some of the classics today. Happy Vinyl Record Day, Calgary!
