Can't Find A Shoe Rack To Fit Your Small Space? Here's A DIY To Try

Among the many minor inconveniences that can come with a small living space is the lack of space for your shoes. Even a modest collection of footwear can quickly create clutter, especially if your only storage solution is to shove everything against the entryway wall. There are plenty of mass-produced shoe racks on the market, but many take up more space than they save (however, they are great for upgrading into kitchen storage). If you want a shoe rack tailored to your small space, your best bet may be a simple DIY project. To organize your shoes while making them easily accessible, try installing a custom shoe rack with angled shelves in the corner of your foyer or closet.

The beauty of angled shelves is that they allow the shoe rack to be shallower, therefore opening up your home's walkways. To install your own angled shoe shelves, start by measuring the space where you want the rack. In a TikTok showing off the project, @the.berry.home creates a rack that is only 7½ inches deep. Keep in mind that the shallower you want the final product, the steeper the shelves will have to be, which can lessen the number of shelves you have room for.

This project can be quickly assembled with a few sheets of scrap plywood and a bit of DIY know-how. Using the measurements you took, construct a box with an open top and side, and add the shelves in at an angle. @the.berry.tree uses pocket holes and beveled edges to elevate their design, but as long as the final product holds together, a simple stain or coat of paint is all you need to take your custom shoe rack to the next level. You could also potentially combine the design with another multifunctional DIY shoe rack.

If you have a narrow closet that could be used for shoe storage, you don't have to make the rack's outer casing; you can add slanted shelves directly by securing scrap wood planks over wooden brackets screwed into the wall. Just be mindful of how much weight you're putting on the shelves, and install them over the wall studs if possible.

This project can be as long or as tall as you want, so you can make an angled shoe rack with enough storage for your entire collection. Even if you go with a smaller design, a custom shoe rack has the added benefit of displaying your shoes so they're easier to find in a hurry. Though if you still have trouble getting ready in the morning, it may be time to sort through your shoes.