How to Build A Mudroom

Mudroom Adjacent To Kitchen

Keep dirt and clutter out of your kitchen by learning how to build a mudroom. Specifically, a mudroom is a pass-through area from the outside to the inside of your home. Ideally, this area protects the rest of your house from sand, dirt, mud and clutter. Here are some steps to get you started on mudroom construction:

Things You'll Need

• Carpentry Tools
• Floor Tile
• Wall Paint Or Paper

Instructions

1. 

   Determine the location. This may be in the corner of an existing garage, a section of a porch or breezeway, or in a corner of your kitchen.

2. 

   Layout the area. Make the floor of the mudroom out of materials that are able to withstand hard usage and frequent cleaning. Vinyl or tile floors are very suitable for this purpose. Allow plenty of room for maneuverability because at times, there may be more than one person moving around the mudroom.

3. 

   Install a low wall or a counter, this can be constructed to be used for storing shoes, backpacks or other kinds of items. The type of storage required depends upon you and your family's needs.

4. 

   Design and build a "buckaroo" shelf; a wall-mounted shelf, that's fairly narrow so that it won't become a catch-all shelf. It'll come in handy when a flat space is needed to hold keys, handbag, to-do list or even a briefcase while someone is coming or going.

5. 

   Construct a sturdy bench to sit on. If possible, build one with a hinged lid, allowing for ample storage within. If space permits, build your bench tall enough to accommodate some storage cubby-holes for shoes and protective shoe wear.

6. 

   Complete the interior of your new mudroom by applying accent wall colors or stain. Paint or paper will sure brighten the space and provide additional eye appeal. Now you've learned how to build a mudroom; one that's not only attractive but functional and a welcome addition by the family entrance.

Tips & Warnings

• Take plenty of time in laying out your workable plan for a mudroom.

• Measure everything more than twice.

• Article Text: Copyright © 2010, Ted Atoka, All Rights Reserved.