Decorate Your Foyer with Entryway Accent Furniture

Your foyer is the first part of your home that your guests see when they come in the door, so it is important that you make the areas as welcoming and as useful as possible. Tripping over a pile of bags or shoes, or not having a place to put your keys, change or phone can be frustrating and even dangerous. If your entryway is small, you can still add entryway accent furniture that will welcome greet your visitors with a warm embrace.

1. With your door open, measure the entry area before you start shopping for furniture. It is important that you know how far the door opens into the room. Of course, you would not want to purchase furniture that will block the door or can be damaged each time the door opens.

2. Buy a table that fits into your space. If you have a big and grand foyer, go with a substantial piece that is made of wood like the Cappuccino 32″L Hall Console Accent Table by Monarch Specialties. For small spaces, like condos and apartments, a small garden table should already give you enough space to leave your mail and keys at the end of the day.

3. Put a chair or bench in the entryway, preferably next to the table. This gives a place to sit to remove or put on shoes. If you have limited space, or have a busy family, a bench with extra storage would be a great choice, as it gives seating and a place to stash shoes and bags.

4. If you have enough space, add a coat rack like the Lodge Coat Rack by Adesso. You can also attach hooks on the wall where you can hang your costs. If you have many coats, hang the ones that you wear less often in a closet so your rack or hooks remain tidy.

5. Hang a mirror like the Belmar Mirror by Cooper Classics for quick last-minute appearance check. Mirrors also have an added benefit of reflecting light, which can make your space seem larger and brighter than it is.

6. Add lighting. A small table lamp can give you enough light to prevent you from tripping when you arrive home in a dark house.

7. Put a durable rug on the floor. If your entryway directly leads into a carpeted area, add a welcome mat that will catch mud and dirt before anyone enters the house. Get a rug that an stand up to regular cleaning, or an inexpensive one that you can regularly replace.

From here, you can start adding some accessories. A basket or bowl on the table should keep your pocket change and keys organized while a slotted mail organizer can keep separate your outgoing and incoming mail. A small trash bin should also come in handy for sorting mail or catching candy wrappers or other trash when you empty your pockets. Have a basket near the door to hold dog leashes, umbrellas, and other items that you regularly use.