Mudrooms or transition rooms are an area near an entryway of the house. These rooms are perfect for storing everyday items the family uses. Mudrooms corral items like coats, hats, purses, dog leashes, the kids’ school bags, briefcases, gym gear, keys, and shoes. Mudrooms are common in homes in snowy climates, but these transitional rooms are now in demand everywhere!
Why are Mudrooms hot!
- Extra Storage
- Who can’t use an extra closet or storage space for your everyday items? Prevent your belongings from getting misplaced somewhere in the house. Extra storage is very helpful for bulk items from Costco and Sam’s Club too!
- Less Cleaning
- A mudroom won’t stop every ounce of dirt from getting into the living quarters, but it will help cut down the dirt, clutter, rainwater and dust that is dragged into the house.
- Enhance the Value of Your Home
- Having a mudroom adds that special curb-appeal and can have a valuable impact on the resale of your home!
What belongs in mudrooms?
- Where ever your mudroom is located make sure that the space is tiled, vinyl, or concrete. It is easier to clean than having carpet.
- Mats are great for scrapping off the excess dirt off of shoes and boots.
- Washable rugs are great for collecting water and preventing dirt from being tracked all over the floors.
- Shelving is a must. Make sure they are at levels that can be reached easily.
- If you want to hide your everyday items and you do not have a closet, cabinets are a great solution.
- Rods and hooks are good to hang up coats, keys, purses, hats, and other sundry items.
- Personalize your mudroom. Add a comfortable bench to sit is not only stylish, but great while taking off shoes. Closet Tailors has an array of storage solutions that can help create a space specifically to your wants and needs.
- A comfortable bench to sit is great while taking off shoes.
- Add a full length mirror for style to take a quick look at yourself before heading out the door.
- A shoe rack is helpful for letting wet or muddy shoes to dry. Plus, it keeps them being misplaced or collecting dirt on the floors.
- For clothing that is wet or dirty add a basket or a hamper to make it more convenient when it comes time to do laundry.
- Cubbies are useful for kids. Make them at a reachable height. They can store towels, school bags, and the kids’ belongings.
- Wire Baskets are helpful for storing mittens, scarves, and other items that can normally can be misplaced or clutter the house.
- Remember the pets! Having a hook for leashes. Stow biscuits in a decorative container. Keep grooming supplies at hand.