A small recessed area wastransformed into a mudroomthanks to a custom mudroom bench loaded with hooks and cubbies.

Blue-painted beadboard paneling complements the home’s original historic character.

Under the seat arestorage baskets for shoes, sneakers, and boots.

Mudroom with white walls and cabinets storing throw pillows, hat and bag

The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto

The upper shelf creates a spot to store seasonal items until they are needed.

Crown molding and Shaker-inspired detailing give the unit its homey appeal.

Seasonal items that are not needed year-round are stashed in the baskets above.

built-in mudroom bench with blue beadboard

Factor Design Build

Every mudroom needs a pop of prettyhere colorful accent pillows get the job done.

Brass hardware and a gold pendant lamp elevate the space.

Dog-Friendly Mudroom Bench

Amanda Reynal Interiors

Remember your furry family members too.

minimalist mudroom bench

City Farmhouse

Shelf storage below creates room for the dog’s leash, collar, and outerwear.

Both modern and vintage styles work well here, depending on your decor.

Mudroom Bench With Cubbies

Incorporate cubbies and baskets for a stylish, functional mudroom.

built-in corner mudroom bench

Factor Design and Build

Mudroom Bench and Shelf

Kate Marker Interiors

Don’t be afraid to make things match.

While matchy-matchy furniture can get a bit repetitive, it works beautifully in this space by Kate Marker Interiors.

It makes the open space feel fresher and even lighter.

mudroom bench with storage

Nest Design Company

Wood and leather hooks on the wall above create room for grab-and-go items like tote bags and beach hats.

It also makes space for dropped handbags and other accessories.

The natural maple wood seat complements the copper handles on the storage drawers.

mudroom bench with open lockers

Molly Howe Design

The blue and white bench cushion enhances the seaside vibe.

And here is a whimsical twist: the storage drawers below have porthole-inspired cabinet knobs.

This space from Tyler Karu is painted in a deep shade of eggplant with a semi-gloss finish.

wicker mudroom bench in beach house

Zoe Feldman

Purple wallpaper with a white pattern adds another layer of decor to the finished space.

This sage green mudroom from Becca Interiors features a built-in bench outfitted with an upholstered cushion for extra comfort.

The colorful cabinetry helps to define the mudroom from theall-white laundry room.

mudroom storage bench

Andrea Schumacher Interiors

This open-plan mudroom from Michelle Berwick Design is backed withblack shiplap.

Round Scandi-style light wood hooks in varying sizes complement the thick wood floating mudroom bench below.

The natural wood bench is contrasted with painted wood dividers and upper cabinetry.

cottage mudroom bench

Melanie Gowen

Laura Brophy Interiors added a comfortable cushion and throw pillows here for extra coziness.

How do you style a mudroom bench?

Style a standalone bench with woven baskets underneath for extra storage.

dog-friendly mudroom bench

Amanda Reynal Interiors

Hang hooks on the wall above to hang coats, hats, or decorative items like dried flowers.

How tall should mudroom benches be?

How big is a mudroom bench usually?

tiny wood bench mudroom in kitchen

Rebecca Hay Designs

The size of your mudroom bench will largely depend on the size of your space.

Does a mudroom add value to your home?

small mudroom bench with basket and drawer storage

Design Storms

custom mudroom bench

Kate Marker Interiors

Mudroom bench in beach house

Chango & Co.

built-in mudroom bench with storage lockers

Brooke Wagner Design

small cottage mudroom bench

Lisa Tharp Interiors

built-in mudroom bench with wood paneling

Tyler Karu

mudroom bench window seat

Becca Interiors

pink mudroom storage bench

Whittney Parkinson Design

modern mudroom bench

Michelle Berwick Design

family-style mudroom benches

Kate Marker Interiors

black mudroom bench

Charlie Interior Design

cozy mudroom bench

Laura Brophy Interiors