Log Boot Benches: The Rustic Mudroom Must-Have

Rustic style is all about embracing the beauty of nature and bringing the outdoors in but let's be honest, we don't want to bring it all in, right? And with all of the mud, snow and dirty salt that gets tracked into our homes during the winter season, it goes without saying that a mudroom is one of the hardest-working and most deserving of attention rooms! Here are some tips on preparing your mudroom for the winter season:

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 1. Choose a sturdy, timeless bench.

Rocky Top offers a wide variety of indoor log benches in both cedar and rustic looks. Each bench features time-honored mortise and tenon construction, and a natural aromatic scent. Each top is sanded smooth the the touch, making for a splinter free surface. Choose from multiple log bench options, perfect for any room in the house. 

LogHeads Grizzly Rough Sawn Log Boot Bench

2. Create a space to store essentials.

Our short log armoire won't overwhelm a small space but provides lots of storage for hats, coats, gloves and more. Each cedar armoire features extra smooth drawer slides and solid wood construction.

Cabin Short Log Armoire

 3. Get hardworking tools for your hardworking mudroom!

From hooks to baskets, there are a variety of small but useful essentials you'll need in your mudroom. Here's a list of a few:

-Consider keeping a small water cooler in the mudroom so kids don't have to come all the way inside for a drink of water if they are playing in the snow.
-Install plenty of hooks to everything from coats to the dog's leash.
-Create a place to store wet umbrellas.
-Purchase a boot tray to store wet boots.
-Keep a ready pile of towels to dry wet hair or clothing.
-Create a space for extra firewood so you won't have to leave the house during the night.



Do you have a mudroom? How do you keep it organized?