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Looking for garage mudroom ideas? The garage can be a great place to locate a mudroom, providing the space the whole family needs to shed dirty or wet footwear and store outdoor items.

In fact, the garage can be the ideal venue for a mudroom if this is the way you usually come into your home, or one or more members of the household often spends time in a garage workshop or comes in from the backyard that way.

Mudroom ideas can help you keep your home cleaner, tidier and more organized and the garage mudroom ideas here will make the very best of your location – and ensure your mudroom looks good, too.

Garage mudroom ideas

Adding a mudroom to the garage needn’t mean a huge sacrifice of space, and it’s possible to realize your garage mudroom ideas without compromising the functionality of either garage or mudroom. 

1. Make the mudroom a buffering zone

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A mudroom in the garage can create a transitional space leading to and from the calm of the house.

‘Carving out a nook for a mudroom in the garage is a brilliant way to have a little buffering zone between the main house and the mess of the garage,’ says Shannon Eddings of Shannon Eddings Interior .  

‘In this particular space we have mudroom hooks (not pictured), a utility sink, laundry and plenty of storage. We gave this space some personality by adding in a vintage hanging lantern that we found at an antique store for about $100 and a beautiful backsplash by Cle Tile. 

‘We converted this corner of the garage in a client’s house into a full blown laundry and storage room.’

2. Go for a simple solution

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It’s a fact that garage mudroom ideas don’t need to be elaborate to be highly practical. A garage mudroom can be created very easily near the door leading to the house. Follow this example with a storage box that doubles as a bench for changing footwear, and a peg rail above for hanging coats to fit it out in double-quick time. You could add a rug to the floor to make the space more hospitable, too.

Wall panelling isn’t a necessity, of course, but it can distinguish the different function of this part of the garage.

3. Select a store-it-all cabinet

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One of our favorite garage mudroom storage ideas is fitting a cabinet that won’t monopolize floor space but can double as shoe and boot storage as well as a place to stash the items you don’t have room for in closets and cabinets in the house. 

‘Floating shelves store everyday items such as wash detergent or even a dog lead and treats,’ says Tom Howley, design director of Tom Howley of this design. 

Being able to close the doors on what you need to keep in the mudroom will ensure the finished effect is neat and tidy, particularly if yours is a smaller garage.

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If you’re coming in and out of your home through the garage accompanied by the four-legged members of the family, consider adding a shower to a garage mudroom to clean them of what they’ve picked up on their paws and coats.

‘Increasingly we are seeing clients ask for provisions to be made for their pets in their boot or mudrooms,’ says Emma Sims-Hilditch of London and Gloucestershire-based interior design practice Sims Hilditch . 

‘This often includes installing pet showers. A boot room in a garage is a great space in which to do this – we recommend using a minimally porous Dijon stone tile for the floor and the walls of the shower to make it easy to clean.’

5. Plan in a sink

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A sink can be a valuable part of a garage mudroom layout, providing keen gardeners with a place to cut and arrange flowers without taking mud and leaves into the house. It’s also a great clean-up area for handwashing on the way in from outside. 

There’s one caveat, though. If you live in a northern state, the garage should be a well-insulated space if you want to have a sink in a mudroom located here.

6. Organize the whole family

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It’s possible to get both adults and kids organized when they go in and out of the house through the garage even if there’s only a limited space you can dedicate to the mudroom.

‘This small mudroom closet beside the garage needed to do some heavy lifting for a busy family of five,’ say Pamela Meluskey and Larisa Bright, founder of NYC-based luxury home organization brand Settled . 

‘Using the Elfa closet system from The Container Store, we transformed this closet from having a single hanging bar to serving as an out-the-door command center. The top shelves are outfitted with acrylic bins to store sunscreen, bug spray, lanterns, and pet accessories, while the drawers house winter accessories. 

‘To top it off, we added adhesive acrylic containers to the inside of the doors to categorize every family member’s face masks. With totes hanging on S hooks, this is the ultimate grab-and-go set-up.’

7. Make clean-up easy

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Boots and shoes worn for gardening and hiking can drop plenty of dirt on to a garage mudroom floor. Store them on wall pegs like these, though, and sweeping up is easy as you don’t need to move them out of the way to clean up what they’ve dropped.

Wall pegs like these are great space-savers, too, leaving more of the floor free for the whole family to pass through the mudroom easily. 

8. Boost hanging capacity

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Don’t stint on the number of hooks incorporated into a garage mudroom so there’s space for backpacks and sports bags along with coats. In this design they’re flanked by cabinets in a symmetrical arrangement that makes the mudroom look smart, and conceals the items that need to be kept in the space but are used less frequently.

‘We recommend homeowners install plenty of hooks for hanging coats and also shelves to store boots/shoes and baskets for smaller items like gloves/hats,’ says Simon Collyns, marketing and retail sales director at Symphony Group . ‘Today’s mudroom could also include a sanitizing station with a place to store masks and hand gel.’

9. Work with a corner

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Even the corner of a garage can provide sufficient space for a practical mudroom. In a limited space go for the mudroom essentials with a bench for swapping footwear that doubles as a place to tidy shoes so they don’t become a trip hazard, and hooks for coats. Here a shelf with a built-in drawer adds extra storage for items such as gloves.

10. Use a garage mudroom to free up upstairs closets 

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Bedroom closets are easily filled and a garage mudroom can be a better place to keep many essentials, ensuring they are ready for any journey.

‘Incorporating bins into your mudroom can help keep seasonal items organized,’ says Kristiana Laugen, home expert at Handy . 

‘From gloves, mittens and hats to flip-flops and baseball caps, moving those smaller items into the mudroom will save you some upstairs closet space, and will make sure they’re easily accessible for any last minute trips.’

This mudroom is fitted with wicker baskets for a rustic appearance, but consider metal or clear versions if family members need a visual reminder of what goes where to stay tidy.  

Can a mudroom be in a garage?

The garage can be the ideal location for a mudroom. ‘Garage mudrooms are a great space to keep the things you’re using on a daily basis organized,’ says Handy expert Kristiana Laugen.

‘Especially for those moments when you’re rushing out the door to work, school or extracurricular activities, a garage mudroom keeps those grab-and-go items like your favorite jacket, everyday sneakers, rainboots or umbrellas easily accessible and organized for the daily hustle. 

‘Just as they can be the ideal solution for keeping these items organized, mudrooms can also become a pile of jackets and dirty shoes if they’re not properly set up. When looking to reorganize your mudroom, consider the ways you can make sure its organization will be maintained over time. One great way to keep it organized, especially for parents, is dividing the mudroom into sections for each family member. Having a designated hook, cubby or shelf for each person makes it easier for them to keep track of their items. It also holds everyone more accountable for putting their belongings in the right place.

‘You should also consider adding extra hooks for your little ones’ backpacks. Getting into the habit of keeping backpacks in the mudroom can resolve the morning shuffle of running around to find missing items. This makes the mudroom a kind of home base, where your little ones bring their school books and supplies the night before.’

Does a mudroom add value?

A mudroom can add value to your home. ‘People are always looking for more organizational space, and we do see more and more homeowners adding mudrooms to their renovation plans,’ says Justin Goldman, co-founder and CEO of RenoFI . 

‘In terms of value, you should never expect to get a 100 per cent return on investment for most renovation projects, including mudrooms. Mudrooms certainly will add value, but as for how much, it comes down to the individual renovation project. 

‘In certain markets where mudrooms are more popular, more valuable or more sought after you can get a higher ROI for sure. But this definitely varies based on your specific project, your home, and where you live. 

‘Mudrooms are custom and unique, and having one will give your home the potential to stand out on the housing market.’

Sarah is a freelance journalist and editor. Previously executive editor of Ideal Home, she’s specialized in interiors, property and gardens for over 20 years, and covers interior design, house design, gardens, and cleaning and organizing a home for H&G. She’s written for websites, including Houzz, Channel 4’s flagship website, 4Homes, and Future’s T3; national newspapers, including The Guardian; and magazines including Future’s Country Homes & Interiors, Homebuilding & Renovating, Period Living, and Style at Home, as well as House Beautiful, Good Homes, Grand Designs, Homes & Antiques, LandLove and The English Home among others. It’s no big surprise that she likes to put what she writes about into practice, and is a serial house renovator. 

Mudroom Addition: Garage Ledge to Built-in Bliss

Have you ever had a space in your home that worked for your family… until it suddenly didn’t? That’s the story of my little mudroom. While we never had an actual mud “room,” there was a small space for a bench plus some hooks just off our garage before the kitchen.

Pre- kiddos and even when they were teeny tiny this space wasn’t ideal, but it was “good enough.” However, once the kids started acquiring their own winter gear (and in MN we have 6+ months of it)! That meant hats, gloves, scarves, and boots were constantly overflowing from the small niche and into the hallway – a tripping hazard for sure!

Keep in mind anything can be styled beautifully. This mudroom rarely looked this clean – there just wasn’t enough storage! Bare bones pic the night before demo: two people could comfortably move around in this space – but 4 … forget about it!

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The mudroom concept:

My husband hatched the genius/crazy idea to steal some space from the back of our garage to add 5ft of depth and 15ft of length to the interior of our home. We had a rough idea of where we wanted the future built-in cabinets to go, but it wasn’t until the new hallway was framed that we could envision the layout.

The odd exterior ledge connected the doors that led to the basement, and separated it from the other entrance to the kitchen. Here’s the two areas finally connected + the cabinetry placement being taped out – as we wanted to avoid making the hall too narrow.

The mudroom floor plan:

We knew we needed 3 core areas for this mudroom to be highly functional. A drop zone/ command center, closed lockers with a built in bench, and a closet for shoes. Below is the full floor plan, and my vision for the cabinets (our contractor is amazing for making sense of the “rendering”).

This is our contractors plan for the entire space – thank goodness the city approved! This is my “plan” if one could call it that 😉 for the cabinets – somehow they made sense of it, and we’re so pleased with the result!

The drop zone / command center:

When you enter the mudroom from the garage there is a built-in cabinet with a counter. This is the perfect place to drop bags after being out and about. We also had the cabinet configured with electrical outlets so it could hold a charging drawer for phones and iPads. There’s even a cabinet for our printer (why are those always such a pain to find a place for?!)

The built-in lockers + bench:

We have four members in our family and designed the lockers so everyone would have their own space. The lockers all have closed doors, so you can’t see the mess inside. Below each locker is a pull out drawer for hats, mittens, scarves, and sunglasses. Above each lockers is a cabinet for lunch boxes + off season items that will eventually get rotated. Each of the lockers measure 21” wide and they’re 16” deep, with the lip of the bench measuring 4 inches.

The shoe closet/ extra storage:

Shoe storage was the biggest issue with our previous setup. While the coats didn’t look pretty hanging on the hooks- at least they were off the floor! Now each family member has a shelf. All the boots go on the bottom shelf with a liner. In the cabinets above, we keep extra toilet paper, paper towels, and other overflow items.

The fine details:

The paint: I’ve gotten a lot of questions about that gray/green paint color. It’s color matched to Farrow and Ball’s ‘French Gray.’ The wood on the bench and cabinet top is a stained clear alder.

The hardware: it’s the same as my kitchen (yep I love it that much!). It’s the Lewis Dolin brushed brass square bar collection from Upper Canada Speciality Hardware.

The lights: I was ecstatic to add in a beautiful Mitzi Reese sconce over the drop zone counter. Since this long hallway doesn’t get any natural light, and the hallway is too narrow for overhead fixtures, we decided to add can lights every five feet.

Those gallery print: I did a full blog post about the kids giant portraits here, and linked all the sources. Such a fun part of the project!

Now that it’s all done, the big question is: “does the space live up to the expectations?” Remodels are a lot of time + money and there’s always that concern. Fortunately our whole family would give a resounding “YES” to that question, and we absolutely love the new space!

Happy rennovating,

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The interior of the hallway in a private house should be given no less attention than the rest of the premises. A corridor or a spacious hall is the first thing that guests see; the first impression creates a primary judgment about the decoration of the house. For guests, design is important, and the functionality of the room is more important for the owners. When going to work or walking past the hallway, it is impossible to pass. Dirt from the street is also brought in here, even if you first wipe your feet on the rug at the door. How to harmoniously combine beauty, coziness, practicality and comfort in one room?

The entrance hall in a private house sets the tone for the whole house, because it is by it that the general atmosphere is judged

Getting Started

Corridor is the last room of the house where repairs are being made. This is not surprising - all this time, building materials are rushing through the hallway, so there is no point in finishing it first. Thinking through the design of the corridor, it is necessary to take into account the design of the remaining rooms, trying to stick to one style. There is an alternative option - to turn the hall into something original, strikingly different from the decoration of the house. Which approach to choose depends only on the wishes of the household.

Unusual lamps and decor will transform any hall

When choosing finishes, colors, as well as furniture for the hallway in a private house, it is important to decide on a list of important questions:

An obligatory attribute of the hallway is a small table

After thinking carefully about the above questions, make a plan for the necessary purchases and make several sketches from different sides by hand or in the program. If you doubt your artistic skills, contact a specialist. In the photo below you can see different types of layout of the hallway in a private house.

Blue color gives a light oriental aura to the room

Arched vaults add Mediterranean flair to a luxurious entryway

Great reception for a narrow hallway - paintings on the walls in different shapes and colors

Layout features

In addition to the size of the room, the number of people living in the house, as well as the personal preferences of the owners, there are a few more parameters to consider. This is the location of doors, the presence of windows, the number of adjacent rooms.

Entrance door location

If there is a veranda or a small vestibule, there is no problem. However, if the entrance from the street leads inside the house, you will have to solve several additional problems. Often this is a need for better thermal insulation so that the cold from the street does not penetrate inside in winter. Usually it is enough to install a second door.

If there is no vestibule, special attention must be paid to the thermal insulation of the front door

It is important to consider that there will be much more dirt, so the choice of flooring must be taken seriously. If there are wooden boards or parquet on the floor, even the best rugs will not save them from dirt from the street. Dust will clog in the cracks between the boards, and moisture will gradually lead to rotting of the floor, the appearance of mold. It is better to choose a stone or ceramic tile at least in the front door area.

One of the best ways to decorate the floor in the hallway is porcelain stoneware

If the house is under construction, it is better to think about having at least a vestibule in time, where you can clean and dry your shoes. Design options for the corridor in a private house with outbuildings can be seen in the selection of photos below.

Number of exits from the house

Large hallways may have several exits leading to different parts of the adjacent area, for example, to the garden, to the sports ground or to the gate. It is better to arrange the necessary things depending on the direction of the exit. At the door leading to the garden, you can put a locker with gardening tools and clothes for work. Such an arrangement of furniture will save time spent walking back and forth for the necessary things.

Adjoining premises

Garage, pantry and closet, where the doors from the hallway lead, can remove most of the load from the premises. The garage is great for storing various tools, a dressing room for outerwear, and a pantry for things that could not be found anywhere else. This will reduce the amount of furniture in the corridor, making it more spacious.

Wall trim

Before you choose finishing materials for decorating the hallway in the house, you need to understand that this room gets dirty quickly. This means that wall decoration must withstand constant humidity, street dirt or accidental mechanical damage. Metal parts of umbrellas and clothes can scratch walls, and heavy bags can accidentally hit something. Finishing materials must be strong enough and resistant to any damage. It is also necessary to take into account the fact that cleaning in the corridor needs to be done more often, so the finish must withstand constant cleaning and, possibly, exposure to household chemicals.

The design of the entrance hall, as well as the kitchen, in a private house involves the use of moisture-resistant materials. In light of this, wooden panels and paper wallpapers should be immediately excluded. This is especially important if there are animals walking on the street at home. It is they who become the culprits of the peeled and soiled walls.

Vinyl

Unlike thin cellulose sheets, this coating is thicker and stronger. Vinyl wallpapers are easy to clean, so you don't have to worry about ruining them while cleaning. They are easy to stick, and due to the rich palette of colors and textures, they can fit into any interior of the hallway. This material, due to its density, is able to hide minor wall imperfections - pits, scratches, etc.

Important! When choosing finishing materials for the walls of a hallway in a private house, for example, as in the selection of photos below, you should not take fabric wallpapers or cellulose-based canvases - they will quickly become unusable.

Liquid wallpaper

This is a modern environmentally friendly finishing material that combines the properties of plaster and wallpaper. The mixture is easily diluted in water and applied to the surface of the walls with a spatula. Thus, it is easy to finish even hard-to-reach places or objects of complex shape, arches and niches. For greater strength, liquid wallpaper must be covered with a layer of varnish - then ordinary washing is not terrible for them. Otherwise, you will have to clean the walls with a dry cloth.

Important! Liquid wallpaper can be easily removed from the wall, which allows you to quickly replace the damaged area with a new one.

Paint

The simplest and most economical material for finishing the corridor in a private house. This coating is suitable for perfectly smooth surfaces, so if the walls have flaws, they need to be leveled with plaster or plasterboard. Often preparatory work is more labor-intensive and more expensive than painting itself. If the room is small, you can use paint with a glossy effect, this technique will visually expand the space.

Decorative plaster

This coating is easy to apply and maintain. Plaster can be of different colors and have different textures. On a fresh coating, it is easy to apply any ornament with a regular float. It can be waves, zigzags, stripes, abstractions. Plaster can be painted in any color you like. Venetian plaster with marble effect will fit well into a classic interior. But if the hallway was conceived in the best traditions of country or Provence styles, the usual light and even rough finish will do.

MDF and PVC decorative panels

This is one of the fastest wall finishing methods used in interior design. Panels vary in shape and assembly type:

Any option is suitable for finishing, such a parameter as water resistance is much more important. The panels are often combined with other materials, such as plaster, wallpaper. Often, the lower part of the wall, which is more exposed to moisture, water, etc. , is finished with panels. The upper part is pasted over with wallpaper, finished with plaster, or simply painted in the desired color. How to combine different materials when decorating the walls of the hallway in a private house can be seen in the photo of the interiors.

Floor finish

Floors bear the heaviest load in the lobby. Here they put heavy bags, bicycles or scooters. The corridor is the most passable place, and therefore the floor must withstand thousands of steps. For finishing, it is better to choose the most wear-resistant coating that is easy to clean.

Linoleum

This material, popular in many homes, is affordable, easy to install and maintain, therefore it is considered a suitable option for the hall. When choosing, it must be taken into account that the linoleum coating is classified according to the thickness and density of the canvas. For the corridor, you need to choose the most dense and thick high-class canvas.

Laminate

A good option for finishing the corridor, however, it is necessary to choose moisture-resistant models of the middle and upper class. Be sure to additionally treat the joints of the lamellas with a special water-repellent agent. Good quality laminate does not look different from natural wood. If desired, you can purchase a square-shaped material with an imitation of a parquet pattern. Options for laying laminate on the floor of the entrance corridor in a private house can be seen in the photo below.

Stone and ceramic tiles

The highest quality and durable material for the corridor. Artificial or natural stone lasts for decades. For houses, porcelain stoneware is more often chosen, it is not inferior in quality to natural stone and, most importantly, does not slip.

To finish the floor, as well as walls, you can use combined materials, for example, finish the space at the door with tiles, and the rest with laminate or linoleum. You can see the options for combinations of different coatings on the floor of the vestibule or hallway in a private house in the photo.

Ceiling design

Few people look at the ceiling, but this does not mean that you do not need to pay attention to its decoration. These can be simple solutions for the design of a corridor in a private house that do not distract attention from the interior, or independent art objects that play a decorative role.

Stretch ceiling

The canvas is smooth and even, easy to care for. The only drawback of such a coating is a very difficult installation. It will not work to stretch the canvas on your own, here you will need the help of professionals with special tools. Cloths can be matte and glossy, white, colored, with or without a pattern. The choice of ceiling design depends on the overall style of the hallway.

Suspended structures

False ceilings require high walls as this design requires 10-15 cm. If several levels are planned, even more space will be required. For finishing, PVC or GKL panels are used. Plastic, unlike drywall, does not need to be further treated with paint or plaster.

Alternatives

In addition to the currently popular stretch and suspended ceilings, do not forget about other materials: paint, plaster, wallpaper, ceiling tiles. Paint and whitewash require a perfectly flat surface, but such repairs can easily be done by hand.

Plaster - the most difficult option of the above, especially if there is a large difference in the height of the walls. Examples of the design of the hallway ceilings in a private house can be seen in the following photos:

Color design

The choice of primary interior colors depends only on personal taste and the ability to harmoniously combine shades. If the design of the hallway in a private house involves windows, it is better to focus on them. If there is a lot of sun at any time of the year, you can choose the colors of the cold range - blue, light blue, light green, gray shades. In the northern hallway, on the contrary, warm colors should be used: peach, beige, orange, yellow, pink. How the corridors in a private house look, made in cold or warm colors, can be seen and compared in the photo.

It should be borne in mind that the walls should be at least a little lighter than the floor and furniture. On a neutral background, decorative elements are more visible. The ceiling is the lightest part of the room. This technique with a gradual lightening of shades from floor to ceiling creates the effect of spaciousness. Light shades are suitable for the design of a small hallway in the house, such as in the following photos.

Black and white is great for a corridor, but for light interior details it is better to choose the most practical materials. You can diversify such an interior with the help of bright decorative elements - vases, figurines, panels, rugs, etc.

Hall furniture

The choice of furniture for the hallway starts with the material. Of course, an array of natural wood looks chic and will really serve even descendants, but the price of such a headset will be appropriate. There are less expensive options - MDF and chipboard. But high-tech hallway furniture can be made of plastic, glass or metal. Ideas for choosing furniture for decorating a corridor in a private house can be found in the photo below.

Storage system

The most important part of the corridor. These are cabinets, as well as shelves for storing things and shoes. Often a closet is chosen for this purpose, however, it must be taken into account that it takes up a lot of space. If the hallway is small, you can get by with corner models, they are no less roomy, but due to their configuration they take up less space.

If there are niches, they must be used - mount the wardrobe inside or install shallow shelves. You can store scarves, hats and gloves at the top, and leave the bottom tier for shoes and umbrellas.

Modular furniture

Light modular furniture fits well into the design of the hallway in a private house, as, for example, in the following photos. A furniture set of this kind is a combination of individual segments that can be assembled as a constructor, depending on the current need. Modules from one set are made in the same style, so it is easy to replace them or buy new complementary elements.

The location of the modules depends on the shape of the corridor. If the room is narrow and long, it is better to arrange all the furniture along the wall without or with fewer doors. A free wall can be decorated with mirrors, which will further expand the space.

Please note! Do not arrange furniture along both long walls - there will be too little space for passage.

To save space, you can place a mezzanine above the door, and hang cabinets and open shelves on the walls. The higher the better, but don't forget about convenience. On the highest shelves it is better to store things that you rarely use. Dangerous items should also be removed there if small children and animals live at home. Options for placing modular furniture in the hallway of a private house can be seen in the photo.

Upholstered furniture

It is better not to neglect compact soft pouffes, benches or even a comfortable sofa. Guests rarely come alone, and families do not always consist of two or three people. It is convenient to change shoes on a low bench, next to it you can put an umbrella stand or a bedside table for storing keys and various small things. Here is a selection of photos with different corridor design options in a private house:

The area of ​​the hallway in the houses is large enough, so you can easily place a banquette or several poufs. The seat is often combined with a storage system, for example, a drawer under the cover of a pouffe, a shoe rack under a bench, or an original chest-shop. Such furniture can decorate the room, giving the interior a certain zest.

If the area allows, you can put a full-fledged sofa with a small table. Additional decoration will be decorative pillows and blankets.

Where to put shoes

Central Russia is characterized by extremely changeable weather, often in one month you may need a complete set: boots, light boots, sneakers, shoes. The size of shoe shelves should be calculated based on 2-3 pairs of shoes for each household. A small shelf will not work, unless you live alone. In addition to shoes, you need to provide additional space for creams, brushes and slippers. It is ideal if there is additional space for guests' shoes.

The design of a large entrance hall in a private house allows you to install full-fledged shelves for any number of shoes. When choosing shoe racks, it is better to purchase open models so that the shoes do not sweat and are quickly ventilated. In addition, classic models are rarely more than half a meter and are not designed to store high boots with heels.

Where to hang a mirror

Height-length mirrors allow you to inspect yourself from head to toe before going out, in addition, they are the best way to visually expand the space. The mirror can be placed on the doors of the closet or simply hung on the wall. The design of the frame should match the style of the interior of the hallway.

Important! If the corridor is long, do not place mirrors on the end walls, this will only exacerbate the effect.

Hallway lighting

Lighting design largely depends on the type of ceiling finish. Suspended ceilings allow you to mount a complete system with built-in lights, which solves all problems. The hallway should be well lit. The placement and number of lamps depends on the size of the room. Too small corridors will look ridiculous if you hang a massive crystal chandelier. It is better to do with wall lamps and a compact chandelier in the center.

Massive chandeliers with a lot of decorative elements are more suitable for spacious halls with high ceilings. The location of the fixtures must be considered before repairing the hallway in a private house.

When decorating the interior of a hallway, its functionality plays an important role. This is the main reference point that you need to rely on when choosing furniture and decor.

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