Reuse These 6 Household Items For Extra Storage In A Closet-Less Entryway

First impressions are everything — and homes are no exception. That's why entryways are such an important space. Not only is your entryway a place to welcome people into your home, it's also a practical place to store the things you frequently need to grab when you walk in and out of the house. However, if your entryway doesn't have a closet, you may feel like you simply don't have enough space to stow essentials. Fortunately, there are several ways you can maximize storage in tight entryways, and you can do it with things you likely already have.

With a few tools and a little DIY dedication, you can repurpose common household items to create extra storage space and increase both functionality and style in your entryway. Empty planters and old hampers can get upcycled into secret shoe storage, and unwanted wire cooling racks can keep your entry uber-organized. In addition to giving you the opportunity to upcycle things you already own, these DIY projects also won't break the bank. Let's take a look at six household items that can be used to supercharge storage in your hallway.

When you think of a spice rack, the kitchen is probably the use case that jumps to mind. However, after learning about this clever IKEA spice rack hack for entryway storage, your home's hallway will be a close second. By mounting a spice rack on the wall, you can create a small shelf. Add hooks that you can use for keys, leashes, etc., or even mount a second rack upside down to hang sunglasses. Not only is this hack quick and easy, but it's also affordable, potentially renter-friendly, and will add a cute touch to your space.

Cooling racks just got a little cooler, thanks to this helpful hack. There are lots of ways to repurpose a cooling rack, but for vertical storage in your entry, all you need to do is mount one to the wall. You can use hooks and binder clips to hang things like keys and important notices. If the plain silver design doesn't fit your aesthetic, you can also spray paint it. Just be sure to use a spray paint designed for metal, a metal primer, or a universal spray paint like Rust-Oleum's paint and primer combo ($9.98 at Walmart). 

Entryways are a logical place to store your shoes, and this awesome DIY project from TikToker @sakarisingh shows how to turn an old wicker laundry basket into a stylish and convenient place to put the shoes you wear most often. You can add your own special touch by spray painting the basket, or, if you just want to give it a refresh, you can apply a staining product (like this Krylon spray stain for $23.73 on Amazon). One of the handiest things about this hack is that you can use the lid of the basket to keep your shoes out of sight.

Hunting for the perfect hall table? Let us introduce you to one of the most creative storage ideas for a clutter-free entryway. @Pelins Living has a hack to turn flower pots into a charming little table that could be the ideal addition to your foyer. With just two large flower pots, glue, a round lid, and a little patience, you can make your very own table with a secret shoe storage compartment. While not specified in the video, we think the creator used the SNUDDA lazy Susan ($17.99 at IKEA) for the lid. You could also use a metal tray, like in this pizza pan and planter hack. 

If you're working with a good amount of space, you can upcycle an old ironing board into a stylish and unique entryway table. Use your creative flair to design or refurbish the board to your liking, such as painting or staining the legs and top. If you don't have an old ironing board (or the one you've got doesn't fit the look you're going for), you might want to take a page out of DIYer @redeux_style's book and visit a local thrift store to find one that will suit your space.

One of the ways to turn Mason jars into vintage-style home décor is to upcycle them into vertical storage. This video showcases how to use them in the bathroom, but the DIY is also suited for small entranceways. By attaching the jars to a wooden board with hose clamps and mounting the board to a wall, you can create a place to store things such as wallets, sunglasses, lip balm, and tubes of sunscreen. As shown in this tutorial by @DIY Playbook, you can also place flowers in one of the jars to add a nice pop of color to your entryway.