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Small Boot Room Ideas

Curb the clutter with these small boot room ideas, which show how to organise footwear when space is at a premium. From cupboards that neatly conceal coats and shoes to colours that make the room appear bigger, we’ve rounded up our favourite ways to style a compact layout. And this includes boot room inspiration from real homes, so you can see how our customers have capitalised on a small floorspace to create a functional and fashionable boot room.

1. Take a seat

Craft a custom seating spot by topping storage units with a counter to create a functional area for putting on shoes before heading out.

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2. Slot in storage

Boot rooms are a magnet for mess, so use drawers to organise everyday clutter. Deep options are great for storing bulky wellies and outdoor gear.

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3. Tower power

Harness the height of a small boot room with tower units, like @james_carpentry. These tall cupboards are great for storing cumbersome vacuums or mops.
4. Footwear fix

By using an open unit, @paul_lang_1983 has created storage that’s easy to access, and prevents the room from feeling cramped.

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5. Hide supplies

If, like @mbrighty04, you feed your four-legged friends in the boot room, choose a built-in bin to store pet food while freeing up floor space.
6. Neat and neutral

To make their small room appear bigger, @our.selfbuild.style chose all-white, creating the illusion of more space.

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7. Carefree colours

Muddy shoes make for a mucky room, so @beechview_renovations chose grey units to enhance the space while showing fewer marks.

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8. Wonder walls

Add decorative details without overwhelming a compact room with wall panels. The vertical lines draw the eye up, giving the impression of airy ceilings.

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9. Interior illusion

Follow @the.modern.country.cottage's lead, by adding herringbone floors to lead the eye across a room for a spacious effect.

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10. Brighten up

With walls of storage and hanging coats, compact boot rooms can feel dark. Get rid of shadows with plinth lights to make a layout seem bright.

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