Ditch Entryway Clutter With A Stylish Storage Solution From IKEA

While clutter in any area of the home isn't ideal, entryway clutter is a special kind of terrible. Since this is where friends and family enter your home, you want your entryway to look inviting and organized rather than overwhelmed with items scattered everywhere. For those routinely finding themselves bogged down with jackets, bags, and small items, upgrade your entryway's storage space with a slim IKEA find that won't break the bank: the RAGGBERG Coat rack with shelf.

It's a simple product that can help you ditch entryway clutter for good. The RAGGBERG coat rack retails for $14.99, making it an affordable solution. Crafted from untreated raw pine, it has a natural aesthetic for those who prefer a simple look — and it's also easy to customize.

The RAGGBERG measures 15¾ inches wide by 8¼ inches deep by 6¾ inches high, making it narrow enough to fit in many entryways without jutting out too much. In terms of storage space, this product rolls several solutions into one compact package. At the top is a shelf for small items — think sunglasses, keys, and wallets. There's a wooden knob on the front for a clothes hanger, bag, or jacket. On the underside of the box is a coat rack that can accommodate several hangers. Right now, the RAGGBERG Coat rack with shelf has a 4.6-star average rating across 14 reviews. Buyers like the look, with one reviewer from Germany calling it "super chic." Almost every review noted how practical it is.

Since the RAGGBERG is essentially a blank canvas, it is ripe for personalization. The raw pine gives you near-endless flexibility. You can make this IKEA piece look mid-century vintage or luxe — it all depends on the materials you choose and your renovation skills. Whichever direction you go in, achieving consistent results with pine requires using a wood conditioner before staining or painting. If you're craving a storage solution that pops as a fun accent piece, paint it in a bright primary color. Alternatively, you could paint it a hue taken from your home's existing interior palette. Or paint it all white for a fresh, crisp look.

In IKEA's official product photos, two RAGGBERG coat racks are installed on the wall in a staggered fashion — one at a height accessible by children and one at adult-height. If your entryway has a bare wall, this could be a clever coat storage solution that's perfect for small spaces. Bedrooms that lack sufficient storage space could also benefit from a couple of RAGGBERG racks. Mount one next to your child's bed, where it could serve as a nightstand for a glass of water. You could hang their pajamas and bathrobe on the hooks inside. You could also use a RAGGBERG coat rack in your laundry room as a drying rack. Place a small basket on the top for dryer balls and other laundry essentials. Create a dog-walking station in your garage with a RAGGBERG rack: use it to store a dog leash, pet waste bags, and tennis balls.