Renovating a Mudroom

Select an ideal location for the mudroom. Most mudroom locations are near a garage door or backdoor, which sees much of the activity from you or your family coming indoors from the car. Utility rooms located near the back door, such as one with a water heater or washing machine may also be transformed into mudrooms.

Install a durable flooring material, such as vinyl or laminate. Flooring should be able to withstand moisture from wet shoes or mud, but also should be slip-resistant for safety. Unpolished stone can create an elegant-looking mudroom, while textured rubber is a durable and inexpensive option. Include a doormat outside the mudroom door to keep as much dirt and moisture as possible out of the house.

Cover the walls with high-gloss paint or washable wallpaper so you can easily wipe the walls down when they become dirty. Use lighter wallpaper or paint hue for small mudrooms so the space will appear larger and inviting.

Install hooks or knobs to the wall to provide family a location to hang hats or jackets when they come in from the outdoors. A shoe rack provides a location to place shoes after they are taken off so the mudroom stays clutter-free. Include a bench in the mudroom so you and family have a place to sit when putting on shoes or other weather-related gear.