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01.09.2024 - 12:40 / thespruce.com / Cori Sears
Entryways are the first thing that we see when we enter a home. They welcome us in and send us off every time we leave.
As a result, they are a common dumping ground for a number of different everyday essentials, from shoes and coats to keys, hats, gloves, and sunglasses. Amidst the hustle and bustle of a busy family home, it’s common for the entryway to become overwhelmed with stuff.
Entryways should strike a balance between functionality and style. It’s nice to be greeted by a space that feels clean and welcoming when you walk through the door, rather than piles of your family’s belongings that make it hard to get around.
On top of that, a cluttered entryway can quickly become a hazard, and can actually decrease its functionality. Whether you have a dedicated foyer, a small entryway, or a spacious mudroom, it’s important to keep your space organized and clean.
If your entryway is in need of some organizing, here are 6 entryway items that experts say you can declutter right now.
By their very nature, entryways are designed to hold shoes. However, they can quickly become overwhelmed with piles of shoes, particularly when kids live in the house.
“You have to accept that not everything can be stored in the entryway. Limit each member of the household to a few pairs of shoes there, and store the rest in their bedroom closet,” says Amélie Saint-Jacques, professional organizer at Amelie Organizes LLC.
Even with a shoe limit, she recommends taking it a step further to ensure shoes don’t end up piled around by the door (which can become a major tripping hazard). A shoe storage system like shoe racks, shoe cabinets, or benches with built-in shoe racks can improve the look and function of your entryway in a big way,
Aldi | Design: Better Homes & Gardens
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