Hallway Storage Furniture Blog UK – Shoe Cabinets, Console Tables & Hallway Ideas

March 31, 2016

Spring 2016 Home Décor Trends

Spring 2016 Home Décor Trends If you feel like decorating or redecorating your home this spring, do not waste time! There is no time better because the spring 2016 home décor trends will definitely make you feel so excited that you may want to try them out right now! Colours When we consider decorating, we think the colours first. And for good reason: they can soothe and inspire, and even set out a mood for a day. So, yes, colours are really important! While choosing colours for any of your rooms don’t hesitate to turn to the Pantone 2016 selection. Pantone Color Institute knows everything about colours, so, they have chosen the top palette, which is based on consumers' preferences. This year's colours are Rose Quartz, Peach Echo, Serenity, Snorkel Blue, Buttercup, Limpet Shell, Lilac Gray, and Fiesta. The majority of colours manifest mindfulness and tranquillity. This atmosphere can be created by using 2016 colours of the year - Rose Quartz and Serenity. Even though both shades are extremely soft, they still add a certain dynamics to the interior. The hues challenge the general idea of colour combination, reminding of the male and the female principles. It is interesting that they do not confront, but...

March 30, 2016

No Wardrobe Solutions: 10 Creative Clothes Storage Ideas

If you are renting an unfurnished apartment or have just moved into a new home which lacks many important furniture pieces, you have been faced with a pressing question – how to store clothes, if there is no wardrobe? The good news is -- even if your home temporarily or permanently lacks a standalone or a walk-in wardrobe, there are solutions. These creative clothes storage ideas will help to organize and store your clothes with a touch of elegance. Coat racks Coat racks may be more appropriate in a hallway, still it's perfectly allright to use them in a bedroom or any other private area. Using wall hooks for keeping and organizing accessories is actually another great idea. Shoe racks Get tall closed 3-4 tier shoe racks for storing omnipresent shoes and keeping them organized. A lot of such arrangements actually look like ordinary chests of drawers and will easily blend into any interior. Valet stands Valet stands are creative and elegant no wardrobe solutions for bedrooms – they keep the clothes you are going to need the next day neat, organized and wrinkle free. Clothes railing An arrangement as simple as clothes railing won't keep your clothes hidden from sight – still, it is one of the...

March 30, 2016

Storing Winter And Seasonal Clothes And Shoes: Storage Tips And Ideas

Two or four times a year – depending on where we live – almost all of us are faced with a neccesity to change clothes for the next season and store off-season clothes and shoes. The change of seasons is also a great reason to go through our wardrobe, get rid of old clothes and plan new purchases. But storing winter and seasonal clothes and shoes so that they would remain intact until the next season requires some extra storage furniture, organizers and, ultimately, space. Here are some of the storage ideas you may find helpful: Fabric storage bags Storing winter and seasonal clothes and shoes in air-vacuumed plastic bags may sound like a great idea – but it's not. Clothes should 'breathe' in order to stay intact, so the best thing to do would be to get fabric storage bags -- perfect for storing wool and cashmere gloves, hats and sweaters. If you own fur items, remember to store them at low temperature, otherwise they will shed fur and lose their initial appeal. Storage boxes As mentioned above, plastic and polyeurethane bags and containers aren't suitable for storing winter clothes and shoes. Storage boxes made of natural materials – such as canvas, wicker...

March 26, 2016

How To Make The Most Of Awkward Spaces: 7 Tips

Do you feel like the walls are closing in on you? Well don’t worry, you’re not the only one in this situation. There are at least 7 budget-friendly options that can instantly make your space feel more open as opposed to feeling like a jail cell. Try putting these 7 tips on how to make the most of awkward spaces and watch your small space reach new heights. Lighten up You can never go wrong with white paint. To some, white might seem like such a plain colour, but the wonders it can do for expanding space are foolproof. Lighter colours, especially white, can help reflect light, making the room feel airy and open. Use vertical stripe patterns Similar to vertical stripes on clothing, the same stripes on walls can trick the eye into making an object appear taller. The idea is suitable for any room in the house — from a hallway to a bedroom. Use mirrors strategically Mirrors give the perception of space and can reflect light. Maximise the effect by placing a big mirror directly across the window. You can also place mirrors across each other to create the illusion of endless space. Be careful of your placement, though. Avoid placing mirrors to...

March 21, 2016

Guidelines on useful Shoe Cabinets for The Hallway

Shoe Cabinets Hallway furniture for shoe storage purpose is very important when it comes to organizing your house in style. Although you can use several shoe organizers in your bedroom, living room or the utility room but having a shoe storage solution in your hallway is more practical. Regardless of whether you an avid shoe collection, a shoe lover or just someone who buys footwear because it is just a necessity, you will require a place to store your footwear properly. You may find it unnecessary to incorporate a shoe storage cabinet in your hallway. But knowing the benefits of having a cabinet in the hallway will definitely change your perspective. For instance, are you always rushing in the morning because you can’t find the right pair of shoe? Are you stressed out for not being able to find the missing pair of your favorite pair of shoe? Or are you annoyed because your pet dog gnawed on your shoes? If you answer to all these questions are yes then you really need shoe storage cabinets for the hallway. Regardless of available space in your hallway, you can avail the shoe cabinets of different sizes and can make the most of the...

March 21, 2016

6 Creative Ideas To Store Your Shoes Away

6 creative ideas 6 Creative Ideas To Store Your Shoes Away Shoe storage is a common challenge in many homes. Even if you leave alone and have but a pair for each season, creative ideas to store your shoes away may come in handy. Here are just some suggestions on shoe storage that will help you avoid mess and clutter at home: Start with the ordinary The obvious start is to get yourself a simple shoe storage cabinet. While this is not one of the most creative ideas on shoe storage, it is definitely one of the most functional ones. Shoe storage cabinets come in many sizes and assemblies, but the thing most models have in common is careful space optimisation and a rather compact size. The range of materials is also very impressive — anything from genuine wood to glossy MDF and plastic is available in furniture stores. Keep them on racks One more idea that may prove handy is to store shoes on open shoe racks. They may serve as an addition to an enclosed shoe storage cabinet, or act as separate free-standing units. The benefits of going with a shoe rack include a chance to keep some of the most often used shoes...

March 18, 2016

6 Tips For Spring Cleaning Your Hallway

Spring Cleaning Your Hallway With spring already upon us, cleaning is the next obvious project to handle. And, of course, any time you are about to start spring cleaning your home, the logical start would be to focus on the entryway first. Here are 6 tips for spring cleaning your hallway that should help you get started: Hallway Get rid of the old rugs One of the best ways to give your hallway a fresh spring look is to get rid of the old worn out rugs. After all, rugs and mats are rather expandable accessories, and regular replacement is a reasonable thing to do. You can, of course, try and dry clean the old piece to give it a new look, but the cost and effort are generally not worth it. Move furniture to clean wipe all the dust One of the most important tips for spring cleaning your hallway is not to let it slide. Apply some effort and move your furniture (if any) around. This is the only way to get rid of all the dust and the mess. After you are done, you will see how easier it is to breathe in a clean, dust-free hallway. Aim higher with the duster Spring cleaning of...

March 16, 2016

Best Creative Wall Displays for Living Room

Have you already thought of the best creative wall displays for living room in your place? Don’t know, why bother? Can you just put a photograph on the wall, then another and many others, just in the sequence you take them? As the matter of fact, pictures and wall displays have many similar functions, but they are definitely not the same thing. If you think of decorating your living room you should really apply more effort. A Picture Vs. A Wall Display What can convey an idea better than an image! When you see a picture on one’s wall you: can tell what is important in this house — remember how the people used to look like when the photos were taken — memorize some great moment of your mutual past More importantly, when you put a picture on a wall you: — express your gratitude for having some people in your life — remind yourself of a dream of a goal you should pursue — save the memory of anything pleasant happened to you Wall displays, actually, do the same things, but as they can be a group of photos and can reveal the idea better. Moreover, you can add some citations, motivational phrases, lines from your favorite poems...

March 14, 2016

Cool Coat Racks That Organize The Entry Of Your Home

Furnishing an entrance area in your home can be tricky. On the one hand, this is a very functional area that has to store plenty of clothes, shoes, and other miscellaneous objects; on the other one, it is usually rather small, which makes it difficult to furnishing a hallway properly. However, some of these coat racks that organize the entry of your home might prove helpful: Rustic racks made of reclaimed wood Coat Racks If you are looking for trendy interior decoration solutions, no need to think twice — just go with a rustic coat rack made of genuine wood. A lot of these models will be made of reclaimed wood —that is, previously utilised wood, which will make the cost a little lower while preserving the integrity of the furniture piece. Vintage-inspired models On the whole, 2016 interiors are going to be characterised by the focus on traditional wooden furniture. However, there is always some room for the variety, and if you would like to place a bright accent in your traditional interior, vintage coat racks will be perfect for accessorising your hallway. Plus, there are so many sweet old-fashioned designs to choose from that even the pickiest shoppers will find something to their...

February 24, 2016

6 Creative Ideas To Store Your Shoes

Shoe storage is a common challenge in many homes. Even if you leave alone and have but a pair for each season, creative ideas to store your shoes away may come in handy. Here are just some suggestions on shoe storage that will help you avoid mess and clutter at home: Start with the ordinary Shoe storage The obvious start is to get yourself a simple shoe storage cabinet. While this is not one of the most creative ideas on shoe storage, it is definitely one of the most functional ones. Shoe cabinets come in many sizes and assemblies, but the thing most models have in common is careful space optimisation and a rather compact size. The range of materials is also very impressive — anything from genuine wood to glossy MDF and plastic is available in furniture stores. Keep them on racks One more idea that may prove handy is to store shoes on open shoe racks. They may serve as an addition to an enclosed shoe storage cabinet, or act as separate free-standing units. The benefits of going with a shoe rack include a chance to keep some of the most often used shoes on display, as well as proper ventilation. Plus, an...