Mudroom
Transform any entryway into a haven of storage and organization. Even a sliver of space can become a hardworking mudroom. Whether you need to organize sports gear, coats and shoes, backpacks, mittens and boots, or umbrellas, you’ll find a mudroom design that accommodates it all neatly and efficiently.
Make the Most of Your Mudroom and Entryway
Turn an under-utilized entry area into a super-functional mudroom with these ideas for efficient storage and organization.
"… equipment, jackets, and backpacks, this mudroom works as a storage area, locker room … scarves. Teeming with sports gear, this mudroom 's goal is to simplify life for an active … locker niches. Though the storage in this mudroom is out in the open, it has the advantage …"
Articles
When planning a mudroom , think about how your family lives … carefully. The most common spot for a mudroom is just inside the garage or off the … matches your needs. 2. Make it work. A mudroom does not have to be a single room; it …
… luxury than plopping down in a comfortable, well-organized mudroom . Use the tips below to make that happen. Room to roam. If … nighttime use. Add some warmth. Include a heat duct in your mudroom . If winters are harsh where you live, add an interior door …
Easy Storage Project: Mini-Mudroom
… need an organized place to store outerwear, purses, and keys? Then this entryway storage system is for you -- no separate mudroom required! You'll only need an afternoon to re-create this assortment of storage solutions by your back door. Cover a …
Videos
Tour the multipurpose mudroom that boasts a half shower, bench, and plenty of storage.
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Store and organize your family and pet gear in a stylish mudroom that combines clever storage solutions with a laundry center and home office.
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Convert an ordinary bookcase into locker-style storage for your mudroom .
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Slide Shows
… connote a mess, but a well-designed mudroom is anything but. One unused wall adjacent … garage became a fun (and functional) mudroom with the addition of bookcases, a wall … pendant ($91) casts a soft light over the mudroom , creating a warm and welcoming ambience …
… the area you need to fashion an orderly mudroom that functions well for the whole family … dilemma so many families do: no dedicated mudroom to keep coats, bags, and shoes in order … to set up an organized and attractive mudroom storage unit like theirs that makes optimum …
… family time, since the design allows for many activities to take place in and around the kitchen area. Luxurious space for a mudroom , banquette/homework center, window seat, and cooking area fill this layout with family features. Complementary countertop …
Fido isn't a car, so why wash him in the driveway? Let a corner of a mudroom or garage go to the dogs and you'll enjoy the perks of centralized canine storage (and a cleaner pup, too). A shelf mounted …
… says designer DeAnna Radaj, owner of Bante Design in Milwaukee. For those days that your pup decides on a dirt massage, a mud room with a sink and built-in hosing center is the answer. Drooling or a shake after rain will stain walls painted with flat …
Room-by-Room Organization Tips
Clear Countertops Countertops should hold only things you use on a daily basis. Create a permanent spot for everything else, including appliances. "Clutter-free countertops make you feel like you have things under control," says Meryl Starr, author of The Home Organizing Workbook . Divide and