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Wardrobe, shelf, dresser for shoes ... choose a shoe rack

Wars for order in the hallway are most often caused by lying shoes. Each of the family members usually has more than one pair, which leads to problems. The shoe rack in the hallway can solve the problem. They are of different types and types, so there is plenty to choose from.

The content of the article

1 Types of furniture for storing shoes
- 1.1 Closed models
- 1.2 Shoe racks in the open hallway
2 What materials are they made of
3 Unusual and non-standard models
- 3.1 Rotating models
- 3.2 Shoe rack in the hallway: photos of interesting models

Types of furniture for storing shoes

Shoe storage is a perennial problem. The hallways are usually not as spacious as we would like, therefore everything must be placed compactly, but so that access is free. Shoe racks of different types and types help to cope with the task. If we try to give a definition, then we can say that a shoe rack is an open or closed shelf for shoes. Closed ones are called a shoe dresser or cabinet, open ones are called a "shelf" or "stand". If the design is not specified, the general term “shoe rack” is used.

Hallway shoe rack can be open or closed

The closed-type shoe storage system can be made in different ways. All models can be divided into several groups:

With folding shelves. A shoe rack in a hallway with folding shelves usually has a shallow depth, they are different in height and width - low and wide, narrow and high. Their distinguishing feature is a shelf attached to the door, and this structure is fixed on pivoting hinges. If you pull on the handle on the door, it will turn on its hinges, giving access to the contents of the drawer.
This is how a chest of drawers for flip-up shoes works
With swing doors. This is an ordinary shoe cabinet, of a wide variety of sizes, for a different number of shoes.
Hinged doors are common, but not very comfortable
With sliding doors. These models are good if the hallway is very narrow and open doors will get in the way.

Such furniture for storing shoes is called a chest of drawers or (cupboard) for shoes. There is no clear division. Everyone uses whichever name they like best.

Closed models

Closed models of shoe racks are called a wardrobe or a chest of drawers for shoes. They are very different in size. Height - from 50 cm to 220 cm, width - from 30 to 120 cm, depth - from 17 to 55 cm. Next, consider how high a shoe rack can be in the hallway. It is this factor that is considered first.

Wardrobes or dressers for shoes - this is the name of closed galoshes

Low

Low shoe racks are made up to 50-55 cm high. There is usually only one shelf in them, on which one person's seasonal shoes can be placed. And then, if he is not very keen on buying new shoes / sandals / boots. Occasionally, in a low shoe rack, two low shelves are made. Only summer or autumn shoes without heels can be placed normally. Boots and even boots won't fit on such shelves. Unless you put them sideways.

The advantage of a low chest of drawers for shoes can be a seat. That is, in your hallway there is not just a bench / bench for shoes, but furniture for shoes with a seat. Rational use of the entire available space is what this option also gives.

Medium height

With a height of 60 to 120 cm, the shelves are already enough to accommodate shoes for a family of 3-4 people. In this segment, there are open shelves for shoes, which are placed on the sides of the shoe shelves. Most often there is a long and narrow section for storing an umbrella. Ladies can adapt this section for high boots.

There are models of dressers for shoes in the upper part of which there is a shelf for change, there are also drawers for storing gloves, keys, etc. For rational use of space, above the shoe cabinet you can hang a mirror or wall hanger.

Tall shoe cabinets

The most interesting category is perhaps. It makes sense to take these shoe racks in the hallway the same height as the cabinet (if there is one in your hallway). Although not all shelves can be easily reached, you can remove off-season or weekend shoes on the upper ones. In addition to traditional shoe cabinets with swing doors, there is a narrow shoe cabinet with retractable shelves. This option is good if you have a small distance - 30-40 cm - between, say, a cabinet and a wall. It is in such niches that you can put such narrow and deep shoe cabinets. They are also called "shoe box".

A small-width shoe cabinet is called a pencil case

A small shoe cabinet is called a "pencil case"

A closed shoe rack in the hallway is good because the doors reliably hide order or mess. The second positive point is aesthetic. Many people like these models more than open shelves. There are also disadvantages to closed models. The first - in them, the shoes dries longer, the second - their price is higher, since more material is required.

Shoe racks in the open hallway

The design of a shoe rack in an open corridor is simple: two sidewalls to which shelves are attached. In height, they are usually either low - up to 50 cm high, or of average height - up to a meter. Tall ones are extremely rare. There are also several typical models in this category:

Regular shelf for shoes. Height - up to 80 cm, width - from 50 cm, depth - from 35 cm, otherwise large men's shoes will not fit into it. A simple shoe rack has two to five shelves, depending on the height. Some models have closed shelves on the side. They can be used both for storing shoes and for other things.

Shoe racks are one of the most practical options. The downside is that the dust settles on your shoes ... well, and that you have to keep order

Homemade Wooden Shoe Rack

Metal models are not too expensive, but practical and durable

Combination of wood and metal
Shoe rack with seat. The height of this furniture for storing shoes is small - in the region of 50-60 cm. Otherwise, it is uncomfortable to sit. Their width starts from 60 cm, depth - from 40 cm. When buying such a model, pay attention to the strength of the frame: it can withstand the weight of a sitting person.

If the shoe rack is divided into cells, make sure they are rectangular - square ones are uncomfortable ...

The cheapest - plastic shoe racks

Shoe shelves made of chipboard and metal of medium height

They can be made of wood, Chipboard, MDF, metal and combinations of these materials. If we talk about the choice of material, then it makes sense to select for the furniture that is already in your hallway. If you can't find the same material or color, look for a close one. Simple metal models look neutral. This shoe rack will fit into the hallway of any style.

Shelves for shoes made of wood look more interesting, Chipboard or MDF. Even a simple wooden shelf can look good. It benefits from the texture of the wood. It does not have to be hidden behind a door.

A shoe rack in a hallway made of wood: even a simple model benefits from the beauty of wood

There are also open shoe racks, which are called racks or shoe racks. They have no shelves - they are made of wire or plastic paddles on which shoes are put on. A very convenient and compact way to store summer and autumn shoes. These shoes can fit up to 36 pairs in a small space. There is a special model for "fitting" boots.The number of pairs is less, but the problem with the creases of the tops is solved. Decent solution.

It is difficult to name such constructions somehow. The most appropriate name is a rack or hanger))

They look good and are divided from chipboard and MDF. They are usually laminated with wood-like films, which gives them solidity. There may be a couple of closed ones next to an open shelf. This option is not bad: you can store those pairs that are in socks in the open, and those that rarely wear shoes in closed ones or until the time has come for them.

What materials are they made of

Shoe racks in the hallway are made of the following materials:

Closed type shoe chests of drawers or cabinets are most often made from chipboard or MDF. The second option is better, since it is not afraid of high humidity. But shoe racks made of MDF are much more expensive. But you will use them for a long time.
A shoe rack made of chipboard or MDF is the most common type
Open type are assembled from:
- metal pipes and wire (stainless, powder-coated, nickel-plated), shelves can be wire, plastic, laminated chipboard and MDF.
- plastic;
- from laminated chipboard and MDF.

All of these types can have different shelves. The usual solid ones - plastic, chipboard, MDF - are not very convenient. Dust and dirt accumulate on them, they impede the movement of air, which makes the shoes dry worse. The best option is metal wire or a few pipes / pins that the shoes are placed on.

It is convenient if the distance between the shelves and / or their number can be changed. For the summer, you can put it more often, for the winter - remove a couple of shelves - long distances are needed for boots and boots.

Pull-out shelves are a great idea ... the main thing is to implement it

Pull-out shelves are a great idea ... the main thing is to realize it

Shelves can also be not only stationary, but also retractable, which is also very convenient. Especially if the shoe rack for the hallway has a great depth. We need to get to the last row of shoes - they put out the shelf. And there is no need to bend over, peep while standing in an uncomfortable position.

Unusual and non-standard models

Most of the shoe rack for the hallway is furniture that is placed on the floor. But there are several varieties that are hung on a vertical surface: walls, doors. For example, the wall-mounted shoe rack PitStop. It has folding shelves, each divided into three cells. One shelf - two drawers. If desired, they can be hung one above the other or placed horizontally.

Wall-mounted shoe rack in the hallway with folding shelves

There is a wire shoe rack that can be hung on any vertical surface. It can be the same wall, closet door, pantry, dressing room, etc. They are a great replacement for shoe organizers. They cost, of course, more expensive, but it is more convenient to use them, the shoes do not wrinkle so much and keep their shape better. A couple of such options can be seen in the photo below.

A couple of mounted models

Hanging shoe shelves can be placed in a narrow partition, between the wall and the cabinet, on the side of the cabinet. This will help organize the space of a small hallway.

Rotating models

From non-standard models, you can still remember the racks and rotating shelves. If there are a lot of shoes, there is not much space for placing them, but there is a free corner, you can install a rack with rotating shelves. The corners are hard to make full use of, and the rotating shelf will be perfect there. And a lot of shoes fit into it.

A swivel shoe rack - a good idea for optimal use of space

A rotating shoe rack is a good idea for optimal use of space

For small hallways in small apartments, there is an even more interesting option: a combined hallway with a shelf for shoes. This furniture is double-sided. On the one hand, there are clothes hangers, on the other, shelves for shoes. The whole structure rotates around its axis. You need to hang your coat - turned side with hooks. you need to put your shoes on - they turned the shelves towards you.

Revolving mini-hallway with built-in shoe rack

Such furniture can probably be placed in a corner. Place will take a little. In general, an interesting idea. Although, you can find a shoe rack with a hanger or mirror.But they are stationary and do not use space as efficiently.

Shoe rack in the hallway: photos of interesting models

There are several models that are difficult to attribute to any class. Interesting idea, shape, material. We will place them in this section. Maybe this is where your shoe rack is waiting for you in the hallway.