with all the white you have there, maybe you're not into color. I would want to put a carpet runner, or several different carpets end to end on that space to jazz it up. You could use a combination of sewn on and sticky velcro, or a piece of 1/4 round painted white and carpet tacks to secure the carpets if need be. You wouldn't have to dust carpets; shelving= dust.
Haha yup.. I've thought about the slide. It wud be awesome! But the reason of covering it up is because i don't want my toddler to even have that idea..
About the carpeting is a good idea. I might consider it. Thanks!
Blake William Fewster