Have you got a mudroom, or have always wanted one? I am lucky enough to have an area at our back door that could easily be turned into a mudroom if I ever get rid of all the junk in there. I’ve been collecting images for mudroom inspiration and ideas work out how I can make my mudroom both practical and pretty at the same time.
Freestanding Mudroom Unit from Kate Marker Interiors
Walls
The thing I love about most of the mudroom pictures I see, is they all have decorative walls – board and pattern, shiplap, or vertical join walls like the mudroom makeover below.
DIY Mudroom Reveal from Little Red Brick House
Hooks
An essential element of any mudroom are hooks to hold coats, jackets, scarves, hats and other clothing items. There are many hook options available but I love the contrast of black hooks on a white background.
Mini-Mudroom makeover by Freckles Chick
Bench Seat
Ideally a mudroom will have a bench where you can sit to take your shoes/boots on or off. A bench seat upholstered in outdoor fabric would provide comfort while still being easy to clean.
Black & White mudroom from Lynn Morgan Design
Storage
Another essential element of a mudroom is to provide storage – cupboards, drawers, cubbies, baskets and shelves to store your household items.
Image – Traditional Home
Floors & Mats
As a mudroom is usually located at an external doorway, hard floor surfaces make a good choice, combined with a doormat.
Lighting
Whilst decorative lighting is not essential in a mudroom it goes a long way to giving the room interest and character. Compare the photo above to below to see the difference. Likewise the cabinet hardware you choose can really make an impact on the room.
Black & White mudroom from Studio McGee
I’m all inspired to create my mudroom now. I just need to find an affordable way to create the cabinetry I’m after. What about you? Have you created a mudroom in your home?
Image – Style At Home
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I'm Kylie, and I love to share practical home decorating and styling tips. I'm a qualified interior designer and self taught crafter and DIY'er. I'm addicted to decorating, and can't walk past a homewares shop without going in for a look. I live in a 1930's Queenslander in Brisbane's inner suburbs which I'm turning into a home one project at a time.