Is a Wooden Shoe Cabinet Suitable for a Family with Kids?
Wooden shoe storage tends to suit family hallways better than the alternatives, but the reason has less to do with the material label than with specification. This article sets out what to look for in a home with children: a rigid carcase, a sealed and wipeable surface, rounded edges at the height where they matter, soft closing hinges and drawer stops, and a wall fixing on anything tall enough to become top heavy when loaded. We also look at designing for the people who actually use the storage, since children only put shoes away when there is no door in the way, and at the capacity a household of four really needs once wellingtons, school shoes and sports kit are all in use. There is practical guidance on mud, water and everyday wear too, along with an honest comparison against metal racks and gloss cabinets....
