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Pantry, Laundry and Entry

Mudroom Ideas for Busy Families

Key takeaways

  • Give every person a locker or hook
  • Add a bench with storage below
  • Create a spot for keys, mail and chargers
  • Choose finishes that wipe clean

A mudroom is where the household’s gear lands. The right storage keeps it from spilling into the kitchen.

A spot for each person

Lockers or hooks for each family member keep coats, bags and helmets from piling up. Name labels help children take ownership.

A bench with storage

A bench makes it easy to put on shoes, and drawers or cubbies underneath hold shoes and gear.

Small things

A shelf or drawer for keys, mail and chargers catches the items that would otherwise land on the counter.

Tough finishes

Painted or laminate surfaces wipe clean after muddy days, and a floor that handles water and dirt completes the room.

Flexible for the future

Adjustable shelves and hooks let the mudroom change as children grow and sports change.

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Questions about your own space? Call or text 800-224-9245, or use the quote form below.

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