How to Create a Garage “Mudroom”

November 1, 2014

 Garage Organization via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

Welcome to part 2 of my 4 part garage organization series.  Today’s all about creating space when you don’t have any.   Are you lacking a mudroom?  Do you have limited space for coats, shoes, and bags?  If so, you can create your very own “mudroom” in your garage (even if you’re on a budget).  As autumn approaches, now is a great time to get your garage organized for the necessities that come along with it (coats, boots, umbrellas, etc).

 

Mudroom Organization via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

We have a very lovely mudroom (pictured above), but our pets have pretty much taken over (more on that in another post).  So we needed somewhere for our kids to place their things after school each day.  The garage was the only option, so that’s what we chose.  Pictured below is what our garage entryway looked like before I began.  It was very basic and not being utilized to its full potential.  If you are in need of a “mudroom”, I hope you’ll find this post useful.

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

 The first thing I did was build a wall organizer to hang our coats and bags on.  It took me under an hour to complete.

 

TOOLS NEEDED:

  • 2  pieces of 1x 4 of pine (you will need to measure your space)
  • Decorative trim
  • Scotch™ Extreme Fasteners
  • 3M Command Wood stabilizer strips – this project used three of the same size
  • Paint & paint brush
  • 3M Command Outdoor Metal Hooks
  • Name Tags
  • Nail Gun or Nail & Hammer
  • Saw to cut wood (or have the store cut it for you)

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

HOW TO BUILD

  • Step 1 – Gather your supplies & measure the space
  • Step 2 – Assemble wood pieces together with a nail gun & Wood stabilizer strips
  • Step 3 – Add the decorative trim at the top of the wood
  • Step 4 – Paint the wood & let dry
  • Step 5 – Hang with Scotch™ Extreme Fasteners & apply Command Hooks (following the package directions)
  • Step 6 – Hang your accessories & jackets (Each Command hook holds up to 5 pounds)

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

I love the way it turned out.  It took me less than an hour to complete! The Command Hooks stand out and give a chic look to the piece.

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

Once you install your wall organizer, it’s time to accessorize.  Hanging a wall clock gives the space a homey feel.

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

Hang wall baskets to store your grocery bags & umbrellas, and whatever else your family uses often.

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

Place a large basket near the steps to keep kids shoes in.

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

Stain & paint your steps, because why not!  I LOVE the way it turned out.  I even decorated the steps with mailbox numbers.  By doing this, I brought my interior decor out to the garage.  It’s totally my style.

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

Of course you have to lay a rug outside of the door, so the kids don’t track the autumn weather in.

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

And a boot tray for the rainy & snowy weather is a must!

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

I created a beautiful garage “mudroom” with little effort, not a lot of space and a whole lot of style.  As you are decorating your mudroom, why not hang a wreath on your garage door, to welcome you home?  Nothing says “home” like a boxwood wreath.  I love them.  (If you don’t have an over the door wreath hook, you can use a 3M Command wreath hook.)

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

One last look… What a transformation!

 

Creating a Garage Mudroom via A Bowl Full of Lemons

 

If you missed it, HERE is the first part of my garage organization series.  Stay tuned for part 3 & 4, coming soon.

 

HAPPY ORGANIZING!

 

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post by 3M Command Brand. All opinions are my own & I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe my readers will enjoy. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.  Please click here for full disclaimer.

 

17 comments on “How to Create a Garage “Mudroom”

  1. Kitty says:

    Perfect timing. I’m working on this project right now! Where did you find the frames for the name tags? That’s exactly what I’m looking for!
    Thanks for the inspiration.

  2. Kathleen says:

    I just found you on line. I am planning on following your Oct. organizing days. Your garage looks so white and clean in these pics and you have dogs. I think I might be out of my league. I have 2 dogs and my garage always quickly returns to a mess after I clean it. I have a new level to strive for.

  3. Kathy says:

    This is so cute!

  4. This is perfect! What a great idea!

  5. Eleanor Self says:

    Toni can you devulge what parts 3&4 will be? I’m tackling my garage this week and I don’t know if should wait and I don’t know if I should wait for you example before I buy supplies.

  6. gina says:

    Toni, I love this! It looks beautiful!! Did you stain the basket too or did it come dark like that? I love your blog so much! You are helping me get my life together!! Thank you!!

  7. I love that this post shows you that you don’t have to have a grimy, ugly garage. Make it a nice space that greets you when you come home. I particularly love the wreath!

  8. Kitty Balay says:

    Where did you get the labels? That’s exactly what I’m looking for!

  9. Stephanie says:

    Hi Toni,

    For months I’ve been looking for appropriate labels for woven baskets. The chalkboard labels on the baskets featured in the post are perfect! Where did you get them?

    Thanks,
    Stephanie

    • Rachel says:

      If you click the links in the post, you can purchase the baskets from Target, the labels come with the them.

  10. Amazing job! I have wanted to do that in my garage, but I didn’t think it was a good idea… Until now!!! Thank you for sharing.

  11. Lisa Bunnage says:

    I love your ideas. I just wish you organized sewing rooms as I sure could use some ideas for mine.

    Lisa.

  12. gigi says:

    How did you build the steps? What a great idea to have a larger landing there!

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