Mudrooms Ensure a Good First Impression
As the saying goes, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” And it’s true. From interviewing for a job to a new relationship, first impressions are important.
And first impressions include the feelings the entryway to your house makes on your quests and family members. If your entryway is cluttered or dark and empty, it can set a negative tone for the rest of the house. In fact, one of the most important areas of the house to keep neat is the entrance to your home. If you always enter and exit through disorder, you’ll carry that clutter — emotionally and physically — into the rest of your home and out into the world. Having a clean entryway and garage will flow into the rest of your home and life.
A custom built-in mudroom cabinet provides a go-to zone for family organization and efficiency. It is now a common feature in both new and renovated homes. The built-in should be tailored to your family’s specific needs, adding daily convenience and storage for everyday items. From places for shoes to sweaters, to umbrellas and the dog leash, everything has its place so you’re more organized it’s a more welcoming experience for everyone.
Some Key Feature to Consider for Your Mudroom
Bench
You need a place to sit down to take your shoes on and off, or simply put down a bag of groceries. A bench should be approximately 17 inches high, which is standard chair height.
Individual Sections
Assign one section of the mudroom built-in to each member of the family. You’ll save a lot of valuable time getting out the door each morning.
Shoe Storage
Most of us have multiple pairs of footwear we wear at any given time of the year, so incorporating lots of shoe storage for each person is important.
Lots of Hooks
Including sturdy hooks throughout the space provides a place to put almost everything, including heavy backpacks.
Outlets with USB Ports
This feature means even your phone has a place to call its own!
Style
A mudroom is a transitional space, so the built-in needs to be user friendly, as well as attractive and inviting.
If your entryway or mudroom needs a complete overhaul or just some sprucing up, now is the perfect time for Tailored Living of Knoxville to provide custom design to maximize your space for functionality and a fabulous new look!
