Recently I’ve seen an Instagram video from a shop I love Heirloom Art Co. They’ve posted about a beautiful toast rack and the multiple ways you can use this antique item.
I have always diverted the primary function of a toast rack simply because it’s such a beautiful item and a practical one as well. So today I wanted to share three simple ideas to repurpose your toast stand that will enhance your home decor.
1. Toast rack as a mail holder
As pretty as it is effective for sorting your mail, I love this use of a toast rack.
![toast rack as mail holder](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/toast-rack-as-mail-rack.webp)
2. Toast rack as a plate holder
I currently use my toast rack this way. I store 6 plates in it that we use every day because it’s very easy to access and pretty.
![toast rack as plate holder](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/toast-rack-as-plate-rack-2.webp)
3. Toast rack as a bookholder
This idea is ideal for people who read several books at the same time or simply display books in an original way on a shelf.
![toast rack as book holder](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/toast-rack-as-book-rack.webp)
Where to find a large range of antique toast racks
Selency this french brocante website is one of my absolute favorites to find antique gems. It’s often affordable and offers a lot of options.
Etsy marketplace is always on my list of shops when I seek that kind of article.
A collection of a few of my favorite toast racks around the internet:
![toast rack](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/toast-rack.webp)
![](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/porte-toast-en-metal-argente_original-766x1024.webp)
![](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/toast-rack-porcelain.jpeg)
![](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/toast-rack-brass-782x1024.webp)
![](https://thegempicker.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/toast-rack-hm-home-683x1024.jpeg)
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