There's also a woven basket version, available in grey, black and natural woodchip. Originally priced at £55, the Basket Storage Ladder has been discounted to £20.

Instead, find an old ladder -- you can likely pick one up through Facebook marketplace and it shouldn't cost more than $50 — and turn it into a unique bookshelf.

Ainsley Storage Baskets, from $63 (was $100) Westly Over the Toilet Ladder, $191 (was $399) Benchwright Floating Shelves, from $199 (was $249) Manchester Shoe Bench, $299 (was $499) ...