How to Buy Mudroom or Entryway Furniture

Buy the Right Kind of Entry Storage Benches and Mudroom Cabinets

Oct 19, 2009

The furniture in a mudroom or entryway must be durable and functional. Learn how to choose and buy the right kind of storage benches, mudroom cabinets and shoe racks.

Mudrooms are great for stowing away items that really don’t have a designated place in the house and while a separate mudroom to store muddy clothing, laundry, sports equipment and out-of-season clothing can be a real gift, there are times when one has to do with an entryway that doubles up as a mudroom. So, choose furniture items that look good, can take a lot of wear and tear and are easy to maintain and use. Here are some important points on how to buy entryway or mudroom furniture.

Durability of Mudroom Furniture

The most important feature of any furniture in the mudroom is durability. Whether you choose a sturdy storage bench from Ikea or a cabinet from Pottery Barn, the item in question must be able to withstand rough and frequent use as well as spots and stains. Choose items that have been waterproofed and will be able to take muddy shoes and wet clothing. Reserve the more delicate furniture pieces for other parts of the home.

Buy Entryway Furniture That Looks Good

While mudroom and entryway furniture must be durable, it should also be good looking. This is especially true if the entryway doubles up as a mudroom. Most online furniture stores offer a range of entryway benches, mudroom cabinets and closets to choose from. Invest in pieces that complement the décor of the home and are in neutral shades to match any wallpaper or paint color.

Choose Space Saving Furniture

Space-saving furniture items are a homeowner’s dream come true. Storage benches, wall shelving units and over-the-door shoe storage are just a few options that can be easily used in a small mudroom or entryway to stow away stuff and maximize available space. For instance, the entryway systems from Pottery Barn are a good space-saving option for homeowners wishing to use the entryway as a mudroom.

Easy to Maintain Entryway Furniture

One of the most important features of mudroom and entryway furniture items will be ease of maintenance. Look for storage benches, shoes racks and cabinets that require just a quick wipe or clean and don’t have any elaborate carvings that can collect dust or metal parts that may rust easily. Do waterproof items that would be used to store wet clothes or shoes.

Budget for Mudroom Furniture

Mudroom or entryway furniture should be reasonably priced or should at least justify a higher price by offering multiple storage options, easy maintenance and good looks. For homeowners wishing to furnish the mudroom on a budget, thrift stores, yard sales and online furniture stores may offer some good options. It is also possible to furnish the mudroom by pulling in items from other rooms of the house.

So, when out buying furniture for the mudroom, do keep durability, looks and ease of use and maintenance in mind. Entryways will look organized, neat and beautiful when furnished with closets and cabinets that hold the clutter inside and look good on the outside. In short, buy mudroom or entryway furniture that will take rough use with ease, look reasonable, be easy to maintain and fit the budget.

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