Custom Mudroom Lockers

Mudroom & Entryway Storage in Huntsville, AL

Stop the clutter before it enters your home. Huntsville Custom Cabinets creates custom mudroom and entryway storage solutions that handle backpacks, coats, muddy boots, and sports gear. Serving families in Huntsville and North Alabama, we design "drop zones" that are as beautiful as they are virtually indestructible.

Whether you have a dedicated mudroom or just a small hallway off the garage, we maximize the vertical space with lockers, benches, and cubbies. Our designs help busy families stay organized, making mornings smoother and keeping the rest of the house cleaner.

Design Your Drop Zone

Order in the Entryway

The entryway sets the tone for your entire home. A custom built-in unit conceals the daily mess of shoes and jackets behind tailored doors or on elegant hooks, providing a welcoming, organized first impression for guests and a relief for you.

Custom Lockers

Give each family member their own designated space. Tall lockers with double hooks are perfect for coats and bags, while upper cabinets keep off-season items like winter hats and gloves stored away.

Storage Benches

A sturdy bench creates a convenient place to sit and put on shoes. We utilize the space underneath with deep drawers or open cubbies sized perfectly for shoe baskets or boots.

Charging Stations

Create a "tech drop" area with integrated outlets and USB ports inside a drawer or on a shelf. It's the perfect spot to charge phones and find keys and mail.

Entryway Bench with Hooks

Built to Handle Life

Mudrooms take a beating. Cheap particle board benches will sag and swell when exposed to wet raincoats and heavy backpacks. We build our units with solid wood trim and high-grade 3/4" plywood boxes that can support the weight of adults sitting and kids climbing.

We also use durable, scrubbable paint finishes that resist scuffs and are easy to wipe clean, keeping your entryway looking fresh.

Mudroom Lockers

Beadboard Backing

Add classic cottage charm with beadboard or shiplap paneling behind the coat hooks. This tough surface protects the drywall from dings and scratches.

Pet Stations

We can integrate feeding bowls into the base of the cabinetry or create a cozy niche for a dog bed, keeping your furry friends comfortable and your floors clear.

Shoe Shelves

Adjustable shelves allow you to store everything from tall rain boots to running shoes efficiently. Keeping shoes off the floor prevents tripping hazards in high-traffic areas.

Our Process

Our Mudroom Process

Family Needs Analysis

We ask about your family size, hobbies (sports? gardening?), and what items clutter your door the most. This dictates the mix of hooks, shelves, and drawers.

Space Maximization

Even a narrow hallway can become a functional mudroom. We design shallow cabinets or angled units to maintain clear walking paths while adding storage.

Installation

We anchor the units securely to studs for safety. We trim out the edges to meet the floor and ceiling, giving it a high-end, architectureal look.

Hardware Selection

We help you choose heavy-duty double hooks and durable pulls that can hold heavy winter coats and backpacks without bending or breaking.

Mudroom FAQs

How wide should each locker be?
Ideally, each person should have at least 18-24 inches of width for coats and backpacks. If space is tight, we can design shared benches with assigned hooks above to maximize capacity.
Do you recommend doors or open storage?
Open storage ("lockers") encourages quick access and airflow for damp coats, which is great for kids. Doors offer a cleaner look for formal entryways but require more discipline to use. We often do a mix.
Can you add a heater vent under the bench?
Yes, we frequently build toe-kick registers into the base of our cabinets to allow existing floor vents to function properly and even help dry wet boots placed nearby.
What is the best material for the bench seat?
A solid hardwood top (like Oak or Maple) stained to match your floors is extremely durable and hides scratches well. Painted seats can chip over time with heavy use (rivets on jeans, etc.), so wood is preferred.
How long does installation take?
Most standard mudroom units are installed in a single day, minimizing disruption to your family's routine.

Organize your entryway today