Improve your Mudroom with Elegant Useful Storage: An In-Depth Look

Published: November 24, 2020

By the Estate Millwork Design Team | Craftsmen since 1997

Is your mudroom a mess, do your kids come in after school and just drop their belongings on the floor and walk away, are you looking to make your mudroom more efficient and less cluttered and even add some style? Mudroom storage is perfect in all of these situations and can be key when it comes to keeping your home organized. The best part is you don't even need an actual mudroom for these storage units to work for you.

Organize by Decluttering

The first step in any organization project is to declutter, this is especially important in your mudroom which is almost always the dumping ground for everything that comes into your home. The very first step in decluttering your mudroom is deciding what should and shouldn't be there, think of things you regularly enter and leave the house with. Items like shoes, coats, any seasonal items like gloves or hats, backpacks and work bags, keys, and if this entrance is near the mail box you may want a mail sorter to catch all the paper items coming in.

Mudroom Storage Ideas

When it comes to mudroom storage and organization you have several ideas to choose from, you can go from a simple bench with or without storage to a full blown system consisting of benches, coat hangers, storage cabinets and cubbies. When it comes to coats and bags hooks and shelves work best to keep these items off of the floor. Cubbies and shelving can be used to store shoes, boots and other items such as gloves and scarves out of the way. When it comes to choosing to cubbies or cabinets you need to ask yourself do you want things hidden completely out of site, do you want to be able to see things or have visible storage in the cubbies. This is all comes down to a matter of personal design choice and what best fits your needs.

Predesigned or Piece by Piece

When it comes to outfitting your mudroom you can either piece together individual pieces and hope they not only match but fit together nicely or you can look into prebuilt storage systems. Estate Millwork offers several different solutions when it comes to mudroom or entryway storage that can be sized to properly fit your space. Don't forget about your closets too -- see our tips on how to maximize your small closet with closet organizers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What wood species does Estate Millwork offer?

We offer over a dozen premium hardwood species including Spanish Cedar, Mahogany, White Oak, Red Oak, Cherry, Walnut, Maple, Poplar, Sapele, Teak, Cypress, Western Red Cedar, and Knotty Alder. Each species is kiln-dried and selected for grain quality and structural integrity.

How long does it take to receive a custom order?

Most custom orders ship within approximately four weeks from the date of order. Every piece is built to order in our Pennsylvania workshop using traditional joinery methods, so production time varies slightly based on complexity and current demand.

Does Estate Millwork ship nationwide?

Yes. We ship custom millwork to all 50 states via common carrier. Every order is carefully packaged to prevent damage during transit, and tracking information is provided once your order ships.

Can I get an instant quote online?

Yes. Our online product designers let you configure your custom doors, shutters, or cabinet doors to your exact specifications and receive an instant price quote with no waiting. You can adjust dimensions, wood species, and style options and see the price update in real time.

Expert Tips for Custom Millwork Projects

Always measure twice before ordering custom millwork. Accurate measurements are the single most important factor in ensuring a perfect fit and avoiding costly returns or modifications.
Consider the wood species carefully based on where the millwork will be installed. Exterior applications require rot-resistant species like Spanish Cedar, Cypress, or Teak, while interior projects offer more flexibility in species selection.
If you are unsure about a wood species or style, contact Estate Millwork at 412.641.0177. Our team can recommend options based on your project requirements, climate, and design preferences.
For painted millwork, Poplar is the best value choice because it takes paint smoothly and machines cleanly. Reserve premium species like Walnut and Cherry for stained or clear-coat applications where the natural grain will be visible.