Keep Shoe Storage Organized In A Small Entry With IKEA's Versatile Solution

A small entry means that there's less area to clean and keep organized. That can be a dream for busy homeowners who appreciate a somewhat more minimalistic style. But it can also pose a few problems when it comes to shoe storage. Trying to keep shoes neat and tidy by the door could have you constantly frustrated — unless you take advantage of a versatile solution from IKEA: the TJUSIG hanger. This clever hanging rack can make your small entryway feel bigger because it utilizes vertical space.

Hanging your shoes is probably not something you've ever thought of, but it's just another clever way to store shoes when space is limited. The TJUSIG is 30 ¾ inches in height and is designed to be wall-mounted. It's made from solid wood, and you just attach it to a wall using the appropriate screws and plugs, which you'll have to buy separately. This hanging rack is perfect to put into that empty space behind your door to keep your shoes neat and out of the way. Each unit has six hanger pegs, which means it could easily fit three pairs of shoes. If you have sneakers, you could also tie the laces together and hang one pair on each peg. Of course, as this unit is less than 3 feet tall, you could always mount one above another to increase the extra hanging space.

This unit has two blocks on the back, which have slots for hanging. These slots are designed to fit over long screws with rounded heads. Check the instructions for the recommended screws and ensure that you use wall plugs if you're going to mount this unit on drywall. Using the correct hardware and hanging method will ensure that it doesn't wobble when you hang your shoes on it.

Overall, customers have given the TJUSIG hanger a 4.4-star rating, and many are happy with the sturdiness and versatility of this unit. One person mentioned that it only took around 10 minutes to assemble, which means you can solve your shoe storage problems in no time. Customers were also happy with the minimal amount of space it took to hang the unit. The only complaints were from customers who said that the unit wobbled once it was installed on the wall. Quite likely, this may have been caused by not using the correct hardware to hang it. This is supported by one person who mentioned that screwing the rack onto a wall stud made it very sturdy. Finally, the TJUSIG hanger is available in black or white, but if neither of these neutral colors fit your aesthetic, it would be easy to spray paint the coated wood surface in a color of your choice. For even more clever storage solutions, don't forget to check out a few more IKEA finds under $20 that are perfect for shoe storage and organization.