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DIY Locker & Bench Units

April 1, 2017

A place for everything and everything in its place.  Today it’s a DIY locker and bench unit for my friend’s mudroom area.
diy locket and bench mudroom unit

Build this locker style mudroom locker and bench units for your space. With an organized system all the shoes, jackets and things have a place!

My friend has four kids who need designated, individual spaces to store their coats, shoes and all kinds of stuff kids collect.  And she lives in an old home built way before ‘mudrooms’ were invented.
I drew up plans and constructed this locker and bench unit for what is now her new mudroom space just inside the door:
diy locket and bench mudroom unit with basket storage
I designed the unit to fit the wall space we had and then I built wood bins to fit inside the first shelf space:
diy mudroom storage unit with pull out bins
diy wood bins for storage
This transformation went from 6 hooks on the wall and a hope chest in the BEFORE picture:
mudroom space before and after
TO 15 hooks inside 5 lockers, 5 large shoe baskets and 10 cubby shelves which all takes up just about the same amount of floor space.  So fresh, so organized even if the items inside aren’t completely organized she now has a designated space for things.
Each locker has lots of hooks for backpacks, coats, umbrellas, sports gear, etc:
mudroom locker hooks
And the baskets under the bench go WAY back, 22″ deep, so there’s plenty of room for multiple pairs of shoes and boots:
diy mudroom bench with basket storage
I drew up the plans by modifying a few of Ana White’s plans to meet our size requirements.
diy locker style mudroom free plans
I used Ana’s small locker cabinet:
Ana White small locker cabinet
and Ana’s Mimi’s hall tree hutch:
Ana White Mimi's hall tree hutch
and Ana’s easy three cube bench:
Ana White easy three cube bench
Ultimately my plans looked like this:
diy mudroom cubbies sketch
The locker portion is 81″w x 68″h x 14″d and the bench is 80″w x 18″h x 24″d
Here’s how I made the locker and bench units:
1. Construct bench box and add dividers:
building a mudroom bench
2. Add face frame with 1x2s and back footer is a 1×4:
building a mudroom bench with basket cubbies
3. Prime and paint three coats Benjamin Moore high gloss white enamel:
painting a mudroom bench
4. Construct locker unit using 1x4s for shelf and base cross supports:
building a mudroom locker unit
5. Prime and paint same as bench:
painting a mudroom locker unit
6. Prime and paint backing prior to attaching.
Secure lockers to bench with mending plates in back and L brackets in front sides.  And don’t forget to add hardware using hanging hooks.
diy mudroom locker and bench unit
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Filed Under: BENCHES, BUILD, FURNITURE, FURNITURE, ORGANIZATION, PAINT, STORAGE69 Comments

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  1. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    July 19, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    LOVE them, jaime! they look AMAZING!!!!!

    Reply
    • jcprime1 says

      May 24, 2017 at 12:23 PM

      Thanks Cassie, that was a beast of a build but soooo worth it for all the storage.

      Reply
      • Kristen says

        September 8, 2020 at 3:57 PM

        Where did u buy the bottom baskets to fit?

        Reply
        • Jaime says

          September 9, 2020 at 10:17 AM

          Hi Kristen, I think the bottom baskets were from Homegoods – years ago.

          Reply
  2. Creative Escapes says

    July 19, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    I could look at your sight all day – love it! These turned out great!

    Reply
    • jcprime1 says

      May 24, 2017 at 12:23 PM

      Thank you, please feel free to look all day 😉

      Reply
  3. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    July 19, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    Oh I love it. How fun is this. Such a great storage piece. Looks beautiful. Hugs, Marty

    Reply
    • jcprime1 says

      May 24, 2017 at 12:24 PM

      Thanks Marty. So much storage, divided and organized makes a momma happy!

      Reply
  4. Okio B Designs says

    July 19, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Wow! I mean really, wow! That turned out amazing! Wish I had a space for something like that in my house.

    Jeanine

    Reply
  5. Katy says

    July 19, 2012 at 5:11 PM

    where are these L brackets located? curious.
    looks great!

    Reply
  6. Emily says

    July 19, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Man… I wish we had the space for that in our house. It would come in really handy when the kids start school and sports in a few years.

    Reply
  7. fatos says

    July 19, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    super and functional:)

    Reply
  8. [email protected] Road says

    July 20, 2012 at 1:37 AM

    Storage never looked so good!

    Reply
  9. Strawberries and Sweet Love says

    July 20, 2012 at 2:33 AM

    Wow! Very cool! I want one so bad!

    Reply
  10. Karen Mary Butterfly says

    July 20, 2012 at 3:34 AM

    Wow. You did a fantastic job. Looked complicated to me 🙂 It's a great alternative to a mudroom….not many here in California. It's really beautiful! great job!

    Reply
  11. Vintage Street Designs says

    July 21, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    Wow..it is gorgeous!!! You did a beautiful job! ~ Judy

    Reply
  12. Tammigirl says

    July 22, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    What a lot of work! Wow! I really am impressed by these because they are also beautiful.

    Reply
  13. Kathryn Ferguson Griffin says

    July 22, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    I'm so impressed! They are fantastic! Thank you for sharing. Visiting from DIY Project Parade. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House which goes live at 8am CST on Monday. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com Hope to see you at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

    Reply
  14. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    July 22, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    Um, wow! I'm stunned at your expertise with those power tools! Seriously … this diy is WAY over my head …

    … but the results are simply amazing …

    🙂

    Linda

    Reply
  15. Alese says

    July 23, 2012 at 12:37 PM

    WOW! I bet they are so happy with that much more functional "mudroom." I LOVE this project! I blog over at http://www.2crafty4myskirt.blogspot.com/ Every Friday I feature a fellow crafter. I would love to feature you and this porject in an upcoming Friday. If you are interested please let me know [email protected]

    Reply
  16. Kei says

    July 24, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Those are so gorgeous, they really make the place look smart! I love the look of lockers like that: both stylish and functional 🙂

    Reply
  17. Anneke {RustiChic} says

    July 24, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    Wow. I am seriously impressed. I know there was a lot of thought and work put into those! I love Ana White and what you've built here would definitely make her proud! 🙂

    Reply
  18. Anneke {RustiChic} says

    July 24, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Oops! Forgot to put my new page: http://www.thisthatandlife.com I'm not under RustChic anymore! 😉

    Reply
  19. Steph @ somewhatsimple says

    July 24, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    Amazing!

    Reply
  20. DIY Show Off says

    July 26, 2012 at 1:33 AM

    Okay. Seriously. Can you fly into Pittsburgh?! You're awesome. This is amazing!

    Reply
  21. Kelly says

    July 26, 2012 at 1:57 AM

    So cool! I'd love to see it once it's all filled up with the stuff of 4 kids!

    Reply
  22. Liz says

    July 26, 2012 at 5:24 AM

    GREAT idea!! Liz

    Reply
  23. Between Blue and Yellow says

    July 26, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    Wow! That is fantastic, I really need something like that for my kitchen, thanks for the step by step.

    Reply
  24. Toodie says

    July 28, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    OMG, what a fabulous piece of work!!! I think I need one!

    Reply
  25. suzyq says

    July 30, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    Wow – absolutely brilliant!!!

    Reply
  26. Unknown says

    September 6, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    Love this! Where did you get the baskets from?

    Reply
  27. Unknown says

    September 6, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    Love this! Where did you get the baskets from?

    Reply
  28. Melissa says

    September 11, 2012 at 1:37 AM

    We really love this and are looking to copy it. I've been looking around at baskets and can't find anything close to the depth you found. Where did you find these baskets? Thanks!

    Reply
  29. Keeping My Cents says

    October 4, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    L.O.V.E. this. I want one so bad but inside my garage since I don't have space inside. Can you tell me how much the materials came to?

    Lisa

    Reply
  30. Thomas says

    January 24, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    What wood did you use? Plywood? White Pine boards? I'm trying to build one my self but don't know what type or thickness to use. Thanks! And very impressive work!

    Reply
  31. Kneester says

    March 12, 2013 at 4:08 AM

    I am also curious about what type of wood you used as well? And any idea on what the materials cost you? Great project!

    Reply
  32. reachstars17 says

    August 17, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    Absolutely love this design! What's better than custom cubbies for your entryway or laundry room? Definitely will be trying your plan out!

    Reply
  33. remhed says

    January 17, 2014 at 9:13 PM

    How do you attach the shelves to the upright dividers? You can't screw / nail them in from the sides because there is a shelf on the other side of the divider!

    Reply
  34. jcprime1 says

    January 17, 2014 at 9:38 PM

    Remhed the shelves are attached using pocket holes from the underside. Both units are built using pocket holes where ever possible and then filling the holes with plugs.

    Reply
  35. Steven Krumbah says

    January 18, 2014 at 5:46 AM

    I'm making one for some friends. unfortunately they too want painted, but oh well.

    Reply
  36. remhed says

    January 21, 2014 at 4:56 PM

    Thank you for the quick response Jaime- I couldn't see the pocket holes since you plugged them in! So the "feet" on the front of the bench is actually the 1×2 trim pieces, right? I assume that is plenty sturdy? You then say the back "footer" is a 1×4 but I can't see in the pic how you have that attached / arranged. The front feet are not 4" off the ground, so how are you doing that back footer? Thanks!

    Reply
    • jcprime1 says

      May 24, 2017 at 12:25 PM

      Remhed – yes the feet are 1×2 trim except at both ends which are solid 3/4" ply all the way back. The back footer is attached using pocket holes and a 1×4 is actually 3 1/2" high. So you have 3 1/2" on the front side from the bottom of the shelf to the floor. Add your 1×2 trim which is 1 1/2" wide (minus 3/4" to cover the shelf edge) and now you've only got 2 3/4" clearance from below the trim to the floor and that's what you're seeing in the pic.

      Reply
  37. Allison says

    May 27, 2014 at 5:30 PM

    This is almost exactly what I need for my kids. I am hoping my dad and I can build it. Thanks so much. One question for right now-I noticed that there is beadboard and trim up behind the cabinet. The room we are putting these in already has beadboard in it that goes about 30" up the wall with trim on top. How did you attach the unit to the wall with the beadboard and trim still in place?

    Reply
  38. Ann DeCapite says

    August 18, 2014 at 10:25 PM

    My husband is building this for me, and I am doing the painting. Did you use a paint sprayer, brush, or roller to do the painting?

    Reply
  39. Erin says

    September 13, 2014 at 9:31 PM

    Jaime, I'd also love to know where you got the baskets. Great job!!

    Reply
  40. Stacey says

    February 22, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    Do you have exact instructions to make this? For someone who has never done it before?

    Reply
    • jcprime1 says

      May 24, 2017 at 12:26 PM

      Yes here: http://thatsmyletter.blogspot.com/2015/10/locker-style-mudroom-locker-cubbies.html

      Reply
  41. stephenn richardsonn says

    April 1, 2015 at 9:41 AM

    Nice article and thanks for sharing.

    Work Lockers

    Reply
  42. KellyF says

    October 24, 2015 at 1:43 PM

    OMG, thank you for these plans. I'm not very confident doing it myself. There are five of us in our family and I thought out just making 2 of two lockers – mommy doesn't really need one, right? This is perfect!! Thank you again!

    Reply
  43. Nicole Goedker says

    October 8, 2016 at 3:40 PM

    Where did you get your bottom baskets?

    Reply
    • jcprime1 says

      May 24, 2017 at 12:27 PM

      The baskets are from Homegoods. I highly suggest sourcing the baskets FIRST and then building to fit.

      Reply
  44. jcprime1 says

    May 24, 2017 at 12:26 PM

    This is 3/4" plywood and pine boards. I used pocket holes and finish nails to build. The link to the full plans is here: http://thatsmyletter.blogspot.com/2015/10/locker-style-mudroom-locker-cubbies.html

    Reply
  45. Melissa says

    October 1, 2017 at 4:57 PM

    Can I ask about how much it cost for the parts

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      October 1, 2017 at 5:06 PM

      The cost varies depending on where you live but estimate about $400 for the whole unit (lockers and bench).

      Reply
  46. Kate says

    February 3, 2018 at 8:24 PM

    Perfection! Exactly what I am looking for. Thank you so much for sharing your plans and thoughtful attention to detail! — Kate, http://www.housemixblog.com

    Reply
  47. Denise says

    February 23, 2018 at 10:15 AM

    I don’t have any children in the home. But heck we all need storage. This is exactly what I had in mind for a look, only we will sink it in the wall. Thanks for your showing just how you guys did it. Spot on!

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      February 25, 2018 at 1:45 PM

      You are very welcome Denise, thank you for taking the time to leave a nice note. Good luck with your build.

      Reply
  48. Jaimie says

    September 2, 2018 at 9:26 PM

    We are making this with 7 “lockers” for my family! I can’t wait for it to be finished! It’s exactly what my 5 kids and their “stuff” need!

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      September 3, 2018 at 9:24 AM

      Great news, I love hearing from other families who are creating organized space for ‘all the stuff’. Please share once it’s all complete, I’d love to see the finished project 🙂

      Reply
  49. LA says

    March 7, 2019 at 2:16 PM

    Thanks for this info, great job – this will have your kids organized in a jiffie. I’ve sent this to my hubs to show him that yes, you can have 5 cubbies and narrow-ish ones and with the rational I was thinking about as we too have x5. We plan on using reclaimed timber and ‘something’ with a plastic lining in the bottom tubs for their winter boots so we can wash them out come summer time etc.

    Reply
  50. Sara says

    July 28, 2019 at 6:41 PM

    I have a question??
    We are planning on making this.
    We are concerned that the plywood edges would look unfinished and not take the paint well.
    Did you put a face plate on all edges?

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      July 29, 2019 at 7:01 AM

      Hi Sara, I think you’re asking about the plywood edges on the shelves? Those are the only cut edges that don’t have a face frame or trim. I used birch plywood has an okay edge then I filled any voids with wood filler and sanded smooth. If you want to cover those cut edges you could add a 1×2 trim to the shelves given that there’s a face frame on the lockers so you have depth to do that.

      Reply
  51. Corinne Donovan says

    January 4, 2020 at 7:55 PM

    Can you please tell me where you got your hooks for the lockers? Beautiful piece! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      January 5, 2020 at 8:00 AM

      Hi Corinne, it’s been a few years but I’m almost positive the hooks are from Home Depot.

      Reply
  52. Guy says

    January 22, 2020 at 3:09 PM

    I wanted to say a HUGE thank you for publishing this. I modified it slightly (used two 1×12 for the bench top glued/screwed together) but this is really great! My family loves it! Even added a custom pink hook for my wife.

    Here’s a link to the finished thing. https://i.imgur.com/DzoelNY.png

    For those curious like me i used two mending plates on the back from homedepot (two L shaped on the sides and two T shaped in the middle) and two brackets on the front inner sides (you can kinda see them in the screenshot) and two brackets to anchor it to studs on the top.

    Over all the plans were great and I really appreciate you making them public. This was my first big wood working project so thank you!

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      January 23, 2020 at 1:44 PM

      Thank you Guy, so nice of you to share your build and modifications. Very glad you were able to make use of the plans, it looks beautiful!!!

      Reply
  53. Rachel L Hoogstra says

    September 6, 2020 at 10:38 AM

    We just built similar lockers for our family of 6. I am stuck at the hooks. I know I want to get a lot of hooks for all the bags and coats my kids have. I noticed you have one on the back wall and one on each side wall. I like that, and I think I’d like to do that oo. How does that work? Do you wish you had one hanging from the ceiling? How did you chose to insall the hook on the back wall higher than the hooks on the sides? Do you ever scrape your arms on the side hooks as you reach for the back hook? I’m wondering about installing my hooks on the back wall lower that the ones on the sides to avoid this possibility, and I’m curious if you have insights about that as you’ve lived with this for some time. Pehaps I am WAY overthinking this:). I’ve been accused of that before!

    Reply
    • Jeri Mains says

      January 3, 2021 at 9:13 AM

      What did you end up doing with the hooks?

      Reply

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