Small Hanging Shelf: 3 Wall Options Compared

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Three small hanging shelves are compared here by their listed size. The MKO 8 inch small floating shelves are the smallest by listed floor footprint, at 5 in deep and 8 in wide. The Mkono Macrame hanging shelves are the largest, at 5.5 in deep and 16.5 in wide, and the FuninCrea shelves, at 5.5 in deep and 13.7 in wide, sit between them. Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 8, 2026; we have not tested these products.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
MKO 8″ Small Floating Shelves for Wall, Metal Wall Mounted Shelf for…	5″D x 8″W x 0.6″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Mkono Macrame Hanging Shelves Boho Wall Decor Set of 2 Floating Wood Shelf	5.5″D x 16.5″W x 17.7″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
FuninCrea Hanging Shelves for Wall, 13.7×5.5 Inch Rustic Wood Floating…	5.5″D x 13.7″W x 0.4″H	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
MKO 8″ Small Floating Shelves	5″ D × 8″ W × 0.6″ H	40 sq in (0.28 sq ft)	Smallest
Mkono Macrame Hanging Shelves Boho Wall	5.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 17.7″ H	90.75 sq in (0.63 sq ft)	Largest
FuninCrea Hanging Shelves for Wall	5.5″ D × 13.7″ W × 0.4″ H	75.35 sq in (0.52 sq ft)	Middle

1. MKO 8″ Small Floating Shelves for Wall, Metal Wall Mounted Shelf for Bathroom, Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Little Mini Tiny Display Hanging Shelves for Books/Storage/Room Decor 2 Packs, Black — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 5″ D × 8″ W × 0.6″ H; item weight 16 ounces; material Aluminum, Metal; color Black.

MKO 8-inch Small Floating Shelves is a two-shelf metal set. Each black aluminum shelf measures 5 inches deep by 8 inches wide by 0.6 inches high, giving the smallest listed footprint here at 0.28 sq ft. The listing calls the finish a matte powder coating and identifies the style as modern. It says the lightweight shelves can hold toiletries, small plants, ornaments, fans, and routers in home, bathroom, office, or bedroom corners. This is a wall-mounted shelf rather than a rope-hung decoration, so its hanging method and look differ from the two wooden options.

Pros

• Smallest listed footprint: 0.28 sq ft per 5 by 8-inch shelf
• Two black aluminum shelves are included
• Listing specifically names small plants, toiletries, ornaments, fans, and routers

Cons

• The listing does not state a weight capacity
• The 8-inch width is far shorter than the 13.7- and 16.5-inch wooden shelves
• It is wall mounted, not a rope-hung shelf with a decorative suspension

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick MKO for two very small, black metal wall shelves in a narrow corner. Skip it if you want the softer wood-and-rope look or need a stated load limit.

2. Mkono Macrame Hanging Shelves Boho Wall Decor Set of 2 Floating Wood Shelf — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 5.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 17.7″ H; item weight 0.76 kg; material Wood; color White.

Mkono Macrame Hanging Shelves Boho Wall is a white two-shelf set made from paulownia wood, cotton rope, and hand-woven tassels. Each hanging unit measures 5.5 inches deep by 16.5 inches wide by 17.7 inches high, listed at 0.63 sq ft. The listing says the shelves can be hung on a wall or used as a plant hanger, with suggested uses including books, plants, candles, spices, and coffee cups. It is a hanging shelf, but it is not small by the batch’s comparison: its 16.5-inch width and 0.63 sq ft footprint are the largest here. The listed style is bohemian.

Pros

• Hanging design uses paulownia wood, cotton rope, and hand-woven tassels
• Two shelves can also be used as plant hangers
• At 16.5 inches wide, it has the longest stated shelf width

Cons

• This listing is not small relative to the other two: it is 0.63 sq ft and 16.5 inches wide
• The listing does not state a weight capacity
• White bohemian tassels may not suit a black metal or rustic room scheme

Who it is for / who should skip it: Choose Mkono for a decorative white boho hanging shelf or plant hanger where 16.5 inches of width is useful. Skip it when the word small means the smallest possible ledge.

3. FuninCrea Hanging Shelves for Wall, 13.7×5.5 Inch Rustic Wood Floating Shelves with Swing Rope, Decorative Hanging Wall Shelf Photo Plant Display Shelf for Living Room Bedroom (Dark Brown) — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 5.5″ D × 13.7″ W × 0.4″ H; item weight 5.6 ounces; material Wood; color Dark Brown.

FuninCrea Hanging Shelves for Wall is a single rustic wood shelf suspended by adjustable hemp ropes. It measures 5.5 inches deep by 13.7 inches wide by 0.4 inches high and is listed at 0.52 sq ft. The dark-brown shelf uses a solid wooden board and a triangular rope structure; the listing says the board is lightweight rather than heavy like oak. Its title and bullets call it a hanging floating shelf, and the supplied text says it needs no drilling or other tools after the rope is threaded through the board. It is shorter than Mkono but wider than the 8-inch MKO shelves.

Pros

• 13.7-inch wood shelf is suspended by adjustable hemp ropes
• Listing says installation needs no drilling or other tools after threading the rope
• Dark-brown rustic finish differs from the black MKO and white Mkono options

Cons

• The listing does not state a weight capacity
• Only one shelf is included, unlike the two-shelf MKO and Mkono sets
• At 0.52 sq ft, it is larger than the 0.28 sq ft MKO shelf

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick FuninCrea for one dark-brown, rope-hung display shelf when drilling is not desired. Skip it if you need two shelves or a published capacity.

What to check before buying small hanging shelf

First define small by the wall space you have. MKO is 5 inches deep by 8 inches wide, listed at 0.28 sq ft, which is the smallest surface in this comparison. FuninCrea measures 5.5 by 13.7 inches, or 0.52 sq ft. Mkono is 5.5 by 16.5 inches, or 0.63 sq ft. The keyword is small hanging shelf, but only MKO is truly compact in this group. Mkono is still a hanging shelf; its listing just gives it the widest shelf and largest footprint. Use the listed width and depth to mark the wall before deciding.

Second, separate hanging style from material. MKO is black aluminum with a matte powder-coated surface and mounts as a wall shelf. Mkono combines paulownia wood, cotton rope, and tassels in a white bohemian set. FuninCrea uses a dark-brown solid wood board and adjustable hemp ropes in a rustic style. A buyer looking for a suspended, decorative shelf should choose Mkono or FuninCrea rather than treating MKO’s wall-mounted metal shelves as equivalent. A buyer who wants a clean metal ledge should do the reverse.

Third, count shelves and intended contents. MKO and Mkono each include two shelves; FuninCrea includes one. MKO names toiletries, small plants, ornaments, fans, and routers. Mkono names books, plants, candles, spices, and coffee cups, and says it can be used as a plant hanger. FuninCrea is described as a decorative accent. None of the supplied listings states a load capacity. Choose MKO for the smallest pair, Mkono for the widest decorative pair, and FuninCrea for one no-drill rope display shelf.

Worked example: fit math for these three options

This worked example is our own planning arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The wall length and walkway width are assumed example values; replace them with your measurements.

Wall example. Assume 36 inches of clear wall.

• MKO 8″ Small Floating Shelves: 36 − 8 = 28 inches spare; centred, 14 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Mkono Macrame Hanging Shelves Boho Wall: 36 − 16.5 = 19.5 inches spare; centred, 9.75 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• FuninCrea Hanging Shelves for Wall: 36 − 13.7 = 22.3 inches spare; centred, 11.15 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.

Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:

• MKO 8″ Small Floating Shelves: 5 × 8 = 40 sq in, or 0.28 sq ft.
• Mkono Macrame Hanging Shelves Boho Wall: 5.5 × 16.5 = 90.75 sq in, or 0.63 sq ft.
• FuninCrea Hanging Shelves for Wall: 5.5 × 13.7 = 75.35 sq in, or 0.52 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Calling every option small. Mkono is 16.5 inches wide and 0.63 sq ft, while MKO is 8 inches wide and 0.28 sq ft. The same product type does not mean the same scale.
• Confusing wall mounting with rope hanging. MKO is a metal wall-mounted shelf. Mkono uses cotton rope and tassels, and FuninCrea uses adjustable hemp ropes.
• Assuming two shelves in every box. MKO and Mkono are sets of two, but FuninCrea is a single shelf. Plan the display arrangement before ordering.
• Guessing at capacity. The supplied listings describe materials and uses but do not state a weight capacity. Check the current listing before placing heavy books or equipment.

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Frequently asked questions

Which small hanging shelf has the smallest listed footprint?

MKO is the smallest, at 5 inches deep by 8 inches wide and 0.28 sq ft per shelf. It is a two-shelf black aluminum wall-mounted set, so it is a different construction from the rope-hung wooden alternatives.

Is the Mkono shelf actually small?

Mkono is a hanging shelf, but its listing gives it the largest footprint here: 5.5 by 16.5 inches, or 0.63 sq ft. It is best treated as a wider decorative or plant-hanger choice rather than the most compact option.

Which option avoids drilling?

FuninCrea says no drilling or other tools are needed after the hemp rope is threaded through its wood board. MKO and Mkono describe different wall or hanging arrangements, so review their current installation details before choosing.

Do any of these shelves list a weight limit?

No supplied product listing states a weight capacity. MKO names light household items, Mkono names books and plants, and FuninCrea describes a rope-supported board, but those examples are not a published load rating.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• Amazon listing for MKO 8″ Small Floating Shelves for Wall, Metal Wall Mounted Shelf for Bathroom, Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Little Mini Tiny Display Hanging Shelves for Books/Storage/Room Decor 2 Packs, Black
• Amazon listing for Mkono Macrame Hanging Shelves Boho Wall Decor Set of 2 Floating Wood Shelf
• Amazon listing for FuninCrea Hanging Shelves for Wall, 13.7×5.5 Inch Rustic Wood Floating Shelves with Swing Rope, Decorative Hanging Wall Shelf Photo Plant Display Shelf for Living Room Bedroom (Dark Brown)

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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