Design Ideas and Finishes for a Mudroom
Whether you are building a home or remodeling, there are some early decisions when designing a mudroom that will make it easier to keep clean and organized in the years ahead. Begin with the flooring. Skip the beautiful carpet or polished wood floors and choose something durable like brick, stone or ceramic tile. If you are on a budget, vinyl is a great choice and offers multiple options in color and design. Remember that shoes may be wet; so select a textured flooring to prevent slipping accidents. Carefully plan plumbing and wiring to accommodate any appliances or extras that you want in the space. Adding a washer and dryer to a mudroom is convenient for handling wet, dirty clothes. A laundry sink is perfect for washing pets, gardening chores, and soaking stinky sports uniforms. Depending on your flooring finish, a central floor drain and hose bibs will make cleaning a breeze. Pay attention to lighting and install both overhead and task lighting. If the mudroom will be the main entry and exit for the family, include plenty of outlets in the design for charging phones and electrical devices. Once you have the infrastructure down, think about how your family plans to use the space. If you have children, create shelves and storage areas they can reach and use. As you design, emphasize storage solutions like hooks for hanging, bins for sports equipment, racks for shoes, and shelves for supplies. A multitasking rack like the Brabantia clothing rack can serve as a coat rack, drying rack for wet laundry, and storage unit. An important element for the mudroom is a spot to sit down as family members put on and take off shoes.
