The \u201cmudroom\u201d name itself declares one of its main purposes – to keep mud and other cleanups-waiting-to-happen contained and isolated.<\/p>\n
Some of the following mudroom ideas can save the flooring throughout the rest of your house:<\/p>\n
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- use area rugs or mats that are stain-resistant and resilient to water<\/li>\n
- add a stylish waterproof umbrella holder\/stand by the doorway<\/li>\n
- ensure boot trays are used during the winter and rainy seasons to contain water<\/li>\n
- use easy to clean and durable flooring, such as porcelain or vinyl tile, or\u00a0Garage Living\u2019s PVC tiles<\/a> (which are more suited to a dedicated mudroom or mudroom\/laundry room)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
2. Keep your footwear organized<\/h3>\n
Along with using boot trays during certain times of the year, additional shoe storage solutions help keep footwear organized in your mudroom.<\/p>\n
Shoe racks make it easier to manage footwear storage and save you from wasting time looking for a misplaced boot, running shoe, or heel.<\/p>\n
Another of the mudroom ideas you can use to keep your mudroom tidy is by storing footwear in cubby dividers. Just remember to let your shoes and boots properly dry out before storing them there.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll also want to make sure you\u2019re only keeping footwear in your mudroom that\u2019s relevant to the current season. This minimizes clutter and makes it easier to maintain the space.<\/p>\n
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Removing a closet\u2018s doors and adding a bench adds multi-purpose, open concept storage to a mudroom.<\/p><\/div>\n
3. Get creative with your entryway closet space<\/h3>\n
Does the entryway you\u2019re planning to use for your mudroom have a closet? If so, Organized Interiors can refresh its look and functionality by completely transforming the closet space.<\/p>\n
We can accomplish\u00a0this\u00a0by removing the closet doors, adding a built-in bench with storage\u00a0space, and adding hooks, cubbies, and shelving.\u00a0An open concept closet makes access to your belongings that much easier and convenient.<\/p>\n
Mudrooms are typically known to be unflashy, hard-working areas of the home, so this is one of the mudroom ideas you can use to inject a stylish touch to your space.<\/p>\n
4.\u00a0Dual-purpose mudroom ideas for comfort and storage<\/h3>\n
Even if you don\u2019t have an entryway closet to convert, a dual-purpose bench\u00a0can be added to your mudroom. In fact, most mudroom owners would say they\u2019re almost essential. There\u2019s a reason benches have been\u00a0one of most popular mudroom ideas and features for many years!<\/p>\n
A mudroom bench provides a convenient sitting area for putting on and taking off your footwear. It\u00a0also saves your walls\u00a0from the scuffs and wear that come from\u00a0using walls as support when putting on shoes and boots.<\/p>\n
The bench can also be designed with three types of storage space to help keep your mudroom organized:<\/p>\n
- \n
- concealed storage that\u2019s accessed by lifting the bench seat<\/li>\n
- drawer storage below the bench\u00a0seat<\/li>\n
- open storage within cubbies underneath the bench\u2019s sitting area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a05. Storage space for jackets, coats, and more<\/h3>\n
Along with footwear, jackets and coats will be the other main occupants in your mudroom\u2019s storage space.<\/p>\n
You can store them on hooks or a coat rack, depending on what your space allows and your personal preference is. Be mindful of where you\u2019re storing wet items and give them space to dry out.<\/p>\n
Even more so than footwear, you\u2019ll make life easier for yourself by only storing coats and jackets in your mudroom that are seasonally relevant.<\/p>\n
Winter jackets, in particular, are longer and bulkier. They serve no purpose taking up space\u00a0in a mudroom during the middle of summer.<\/p>\n
6. Add custom cabinetry to give you more storage room<\/h3>\n
Perhaps you have a room in your home that\u00a0you\u2019re considering for a mudroom. The only problem is that it may be more space than you require\u00a0for the specific \u201ccomings and goings\u201d and outerwear storage purposes that mudrooms primarily fulfill.<\/p>\n
Utilize that room\u2019s extra space by adding high quality custom cabinetry\u00a0to it. You\u2019ll gain lots of valuable extra storage room for everything\u00a0from cleaning supplies, to out-of-season clothing, to pet supplies, to anything else you need storage room for.<\/p>\n
7. Mudroom ideas that accessorize and stylize<\/h3>\n
There are so many other smart mudroom ideas you can add to your space to get even more functionality out of it:<\/p>\n
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- hooks can be added virtually anywhere for hanging hats, coats, purses, backpacks, and more (Organized Interiors has a huge selection of stylish decorative hardware<\/a>\u00a0to choose from)<\/li>\n
- a small table provides a handy spot to temporarily place items like mail \u2013 just be sure to declutter the top of it regularly<\/li>\n
- wall-mounted key hooks eliminate tabletop clutter and reduce the likelihood of misplacing keys<\/li>\n
- a full-length mirror in a mudroom\u2019s corner or smaller wall-mounted mirror provide a handy method for a final appearance check before exiting your home<\/li>\n
- a few baskets and small containers help contain small items like gloves, toques, and earmuffs<\/li>\n
- add a stylish touch with photos or\u00a0artwork<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Browse through the hundreds of hooks and other types of decorative hardware available in our showroom.<\/p><\/div>\n
8. Mudroom ideas that keep your walls in mind<\/h3>\n
A high traffic area located right at\u00a0a doorway\u00a0is going to get dirty, no matter what. By choosing\u00a0sensible mudroom ideas that anticipate problems (like messy floors), you\u2019ll minimize future headaches.<\/p>\n
This includes choosing the right type of paint to use on\u00a0your mudroom\u2019s walls. Pick a\u00a0low-maintenance wall paint that wipes down easily without rubbing away the finish. A satin, eggshell, or semi-gloss paint are generally recommended for mudroom walls.<\/p>\n
Another option to minimize mudroom wall maintenance is to install wainscotting or beadboard. It\u2019s also very easy to clean and the wood appearance can add a warmer, rustic look to your mudroom.<\/p>\n
9. Use mudroom ideas that encourage your kids to stay organized<\/h3>\n
Choose mudroom ideas that both make it easy for your kids and encourage them to keep this area of your home organized.<\/p>\n
Have personalized\u00a0hooks, cubbies, or other storage spaces for each child to store their jackets, shoes, baseball caps, and other clothing items.<\/p>\n
Backpacks and sports equipment like soccer cleats and balls, basketballs, baseball gloves, and skateboards can\u00a0all have their own homes as well.<\/p>\n
Personalized storage spaces will hopefully foster an ownership mentality and good organization habits within your children towards the space their belongings occupy in the mudroom.<\/p>\n
Smart\u00a0mudroom ideas to make your space more than just \u201cdrop zone\u201d<\/h3>\n
A mudroom can be much more than an just an easy \u201cdrop zone\u201d spot where items are dumped as soon as someone enters your home.<\/p>\n
Smart design\u00a0choices will transcend your mudroom\u00a0beyond the \u201cclutter magnet\u201d space that these areas can turn into without the proper care or forethought. And your mudroom\u2019s design can also complement your home\u2019s d\u00e9cor in the process.<\/p>\n
Discover how these mudroom ideas can improve your home by booking\u00a0a free in-home design consultation<\/a> with us today!<\/p>\n
See also:<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Organization Tips For Front Door Closets<\/a><\/li>\n
- Front Entryway Organization: 9 Helpful Tips For Reducing Clutter<\/a><\/li>\n
- The One Touch Rule Is A House Clutter Solution That Works<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- hooks can be added virtually anywhere for hanging hats, coats, purses, backpacks, and more (Organized Interiors has a huge selection of stylish decorative hardware<\/a>\u00a0to choose from)<\/li>\n
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