Space Saving Tips For Your Back Door
I have found the best pet sand and dirt stopper! Do you have pets or messy humans using a congested backdoor? Check this out. Also, see how you can create extra space to store items you use every day. There’s no need to spend a lot of money on this. See storage tips for backdoor entryways that are overused and underregulated. If you’re one of those people who have pets and highly active humans in the house that don’t like to wipe their paws, you’re in luck. 🙂
Keeping the area spacious involves organization and space optimization.
There are three critical steps to keeping a small, high-traffic entranceway cleaner and less congested:
- Do what I talked about above. Find a really great pet absorbant mat! If you haven’t, I love this one.
- Create extra floor space with baskets. Have fun with this part! While the mats might be mostly “functional” (i.e. necessary but not pretty), the basket is both beautiful and functional. From an aesthetic standpoint, be thinking about contrast both in scale and texture, especially if you have a small space. From the practical standpoint, baskets are the best way to create extra space for your items and decorate at the same time.
- Also, use baskets to give people more room to store their shoes. This is kind of a lost cause with my people, but at least I do it. 😉 And how great is this slim basket!? It’s perfect for small spaces and great for a couple pairs of shoes. I also like the combination of a large basket and a small slim one, as they contrast both visually and functionally. The big basket is awesome because it can simultaneously store beach towels and doggie blankets in the bottom as well as adding a couple outdoor pillows. The pillows situation, in my opinion, tops off the look.
BONUS POINTS for Rug tape.
- This is totally up to you. I have a love-hate relationship with it, meaning I love it for my natural rugs that roll up. I have also tried all different kinds of rug pads, and they are always a huge source of aggravation for me. The tape’s advantage is it keeps everything in place and you don’t have to fiddle with the pad coming out on the sides. The main disadvantage is you have to remove and reapply when it’s time to clean. This brand has not damaged my floor.
Thanks for visiting us! Tell me if you have any tips for the paw foot traffic situation 😉
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DOGGY MAT | WOVEN RUG | OUTDOOR ROPE RUG | SLIM METAL BASKET | LARGE WHITE & NATURAL WICKER BASKET
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Beth
July 11, 2018 @ 12:45 pm
Your dog is adorable! I have three dogs and two kids at home, so we have a lot of stuff tracked in through the back door. I’ll have to try the doggie mat, it looks really absorbent. Shoes are another problem, and I love the baskets you chose.
Jean Exum
July 11, 2018 @ 2:56 pm
Happy to be of help, Beth 🙂 Thanks for your visit, and please let me know if you have any questions.
John
July 11, 2018 @ 2:52 pm
I wouldn’t say your people are a lost cause. 😉 I’ll be more mindful about the baskets going forward. At least they’re now on my radar.
Shelli
July 12, 2018 @ 12:12 am
😘😍
Jessica Joachim
July 11, 2018 @ 3:55 pm
I love using baskets for storage and decor in my house! They are great to have by the back door, and through the whole house lol. I use them to collect clutter and disguise it lol
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:27 pm
That’s hilarious, Jessica. Your last sentence, I mean. Thank you so much for your visit!
Amber Myers
July 11, 2018 @ 4:26 pm
Great ideas! I love how yours looks. I need to try this out because my back door looks scary right now.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:26 pm
LOL. I hear ya. Glad I can serve as an inspiration. Thank you, Amber.
Terri Beavers
July 11, 2018 @ 4:41 pm
My back door is in my kitchen so it’s always a challenge to keep it neat and tidy. I love how you have added the basket and I really need to find one like that so the kids can throw their shoes in it, lol. I need a better rug too so I’ll check your pick out as well.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:25 pm
Hi Terry. No, it’s not easy. Yea, this rug is awesome. I hope it helps you. Thanks for your visit!
jessica lynn
July 11, 2018 @ 6:12 pm
rug tape is genius. i always forget to use it, and then when I have it…life is good. And you just reminded me that i need to get another basket for spare toys that keep ending up in a pile by our door.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:23 pm
I’m really glad other people have mentioned toys. I don’t have kids and my dogs are older, so I forget about places to put toys. The big basket would obviously also work well for that.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:23 pm
So thank you!
Abrah
July 11, 2018 @ 6:46 pm
First of all, your little pup is so so cute! What great ideas and tips for the back door space. I love the rug tape idea!
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:21 pm
Thank you so much, Abrah. Yea, the rug tape is pretty awesome.
kittyslife
July 11, 2018 @ 11:28 pm
Awee your pup is way too cute <3… I am in love with the decor in your house with the doggie mat and the basket… I personally don't have pets but my friends do, so i definitely suggest this post to them…
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:20 pm
That’s really sweet of you to share my post with your friends. And I’m glad you like my taste in home decor. Thank you!
Emma Riley
July 12, 2018 @ 1:05 am
This is such a great post and I do love these tips. I love using basket as a decor and a storage of my kids toys. Thanks for sharing this with us!
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:18 pm
You’re most welcome, Emma. Thanks so much for visiting. I hope your kids enjoy their new basket toy box.
Monidipa Dutta
July 12, 2018 @ 3:42 am
You have a lovely dog. And your ideas with the rug door tape and tips of back door space is a good idea.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:18 pm
Thanks, Monidipa! Let me know if you have any questions.
Shana b
July 12, 2018 @ 7:36 am
These tips are great. I can always do with extra storage space in my life.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:13 pm
Thanks, Shana.
Charli Bruce
July 12, 2018 @ 9:35 am
What a great little post! We have hardly any room anywhere as our space is so small, so any tips on space saving are very helpful x
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:12 pm
Awesome! Let me know if you have any questions.
princess quinn
July 12, 2018 @ 10:51 am
We are a big family and so, the common problem is shoe traffic. LOL. They are everywhere at our door step. So, I am thinking of putting basket too. Thanks for this clever idea.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:12 pm
You are most welcome. I’m very happy I was able to help.
NurseMandyRN
July 12, 2018 @ 11:30 am
Your dog is so cute! Great tips, especially for small spaces.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:11 pm
Oh thank you! Yes, she’s adorable, but a total mess. And thanks for your visit.
LavandaMichelle
July 12, 2018 @ 12:43 pm
What wonderful post! These are some great ideas. I love the way yours turned out. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:09 pm
You’re welcome, Lavanda. Thanks so much for visiting!
Ann Snook
July 12, 2018 @ 4:01 pm
Using baskets for shoe storage is so smart. Then they are still in a convenient place without being strewn all over the floor!
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:10 pm
Exactly! Thanks, Ann.
Heather
July 12, 2018 @ 9:54 pm
I’m always looking for new ways to save space. I love your photos too! They are beautiful.
Jean Exum
July 12, 2018 @ 11:10 pm
Well good! Thanks, Heather.
Agnes Dela Cruz
July 13, 2018 @ 5:50 am
I love the pieces you got there, from rugs to shoe rack. I need to elevate my game when it comes to space saving.
Jean Exum
July 13, 2018 @ 8:26 am
We all do. Thanks, Agnes!
Anosa
July 13, 2018 @ 6:07 am
I am definitely loving your space-saving tips unfortunately I live on the top floor apartment with no back door 🙁
Jean Exum
July 13, 2018 @ 8:25 am
Hi Anosa. It doesn’t have to be the “back door” per se. It could be any door. 🙂
Blair Villanueva
July 13, 2018 @ 6:48 am
I like your rattan mat, it makes your home very welcoming and adorable. Now I’m inspired to fixed my back door!
Jean Exum
July 13, 2018 @ 8:19 am
That’s awesome, Blair! Thanks for your visit. Happy I could help.
Tushar
July 13, 2018 @ 1:43 pm
I love the baskets. They look very beautiful.
Jean Exum
July 13, 2018 @ 7:30 pm
Thank you, Tushar. More than that, they’re functional.
Sayanti | bingeonbasics.com
July 13, 2018 @ 2:03 pm
Well, I have organised everything in baskets and yes, I keep my shoes every time in those baskets. This is a clear rule in our home, else my mom threatens to throw away the shoes for good, lol xD
Jean Exum
July 13, 2018 @ 7:29 pm
That’s awesome Sayanti. Your sounds like she’s ahead of the game.
sammi
July 13, 2018 @ 4:21 pm
I am always falling short of space. This post has not only reminded me that I need to reorganize things, it also allows me to be organic.
Jean Exum
July 13, 2018 @ 7:28 pm
Awesome! What do you mean by “organic,” if you don’t my asking?
Jake
July 16, 2018 @ 11:49 pm
Your place looks organize and so clean. I havent been so organize this past few months so hopefully i can do this soon.
Jean Exum
July 17, 2018 @ 6:28 pm
I know exactly where you’re coming from. I was massively unorganized several months back. The hardest part in anything always seems to be taking taking that first step. Thanks, Jake!
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