20 Ways to Keep Wet-Weather Muck Out of Your Entryway

This Montana bunkhouse on a sprawling ranch is surrounded by beautiful fields, which turn into lots of mud when it rains. Slate floor tiles stand up to anything that gets tracked in from the ranch, and the rough-hewn texture of the tiles is not as slippery as ceramic or porcelain.

Whether you use a simple tray or a rustic reclaimed wooden bin, have somewhere to set dirty boots and shoes as soon as you walk thru the door. Not only does it help protect floors from scratches, but it also saves you major clean-up time.

It’s tempting to hide everything away — after all, who wants a cluttered entryway or mudroom? But your wet-weather gear needs plenty of space to dry out so it doesn’t develop mold and mildew. Built-ins allow air to circulate so items can dry while maintaining a well-ordered space.

Even if your flooring can stand up to wet-weather muck, an inexpensive rug will protect the floor from water damage, and more importantly, you from slipping. An umbrella stand right next to the door provides a handy place to stash your gear to prevent bringing the rainy day further into the house.