Storage Bench With Shoe Rack

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Having somewhere to sit when putting on your shoes, or somewhere to read a book quietly while waiting for the rest of your group to get ready, can be wonderful addition to a home. For this need, how about a storage bench with shoe rack. In wire or wood, the rack can hold plenty of shoes, and the bench can be solid or padded to suit your sitting needs.

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Updated 18/11/2022

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Freestanding MDF wood shoe bench

Loon Peak®

Perfect for a big family, this simply designed storage bench offers enough space for 15 pairs of shoes and it's made from manufactured wood with a soft cushion and a finished back.

$96.99 ~~$121.98~~

Designer Advice:

This minimalist shoe rack has a depth of 11.8", making it ideal for entryway storage. You can use it to keep your most used pairs on hand, and the cushioned seat is comfortable to sit on while lacing your shoes. You can even style it with a simple cushioned pillow for added comfort.

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Ten pair shoe bench storage

Ebern Designs

This freestanding MDF wood shoe rack makes your space tidier and more comfortable. It has ten shelves and a soft cushioned top with cotton linen upholstery. The middle shelves can be adjusted, and the rack has a carrying capacity of 330lbs.

$85.99 ~~$103.99~~

Designer Advice:

This storage bench is an elegant way to fix the mess while showing off your shoe collection. You can place it anywhere: in your entryway, behind a sectional in your living room, or even as functional decor in your outdoor space. If you're a minimalist with only a few pairs of shoes, you can use some of the shelves for decor accessories.

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Cushioned shoe rack with seat

Red Barrel Studio®

Organize your shoes in this bamboo wood shoe rack with two storage shelves and enough space for nine shoes. It has a one-inch padded seat upholstered in a modern gray finish and a weight capacity of 330lbs.

$49.99 ~~$63.99~~

Designer Advice:

An entryway is a perfect place for this shoe bench. Place it on a woven jute rug and decorate it with a black and white cushion, or go for rustic wooden floors with a medium-sized potplant next to it. It would also shine against a neutral background with a collage of family photos or a few small abstract frames overhead.

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Modern shoe rack bench with storage

Dotted Line™

It may look tiny, but this stylish shoe rack can hold seven shoes simultaneously. It has three deep shelves to prevent the shoes from flowing out, and it's made from solid bamboo with a dark brown finish and a cushioned seat.

$82.99 ~~$112.99~~

Designer Advice:

This would look just like a sitting bench if it didn't have storage shelves beneath it. The cushioned top is upholstered with high-quality linen and has a sophisticated gray finish that perfectly complements a space with wooden floors and clean finishes. Place it in the entryway with a geometrically printed rug and a white pot plant next to it.

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Solid rubberwood small shoe rack bench

TinyTimes

Add a touch of farmhouse flair to your space with this sturdy rubberwood shoe rack bench with a smooth dark brown finish. There's space for four pairs of shoes, and the bench has a load-bearing capacity of 500lbs.

Designer Advice:

This shoe rack bench makes for efficient shoe storage in a space-challenged bedroom or mudroom. You can make the most of the petite space by titling your shoes, and it would work great in various traditional and modern design settings.

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Storage Bench With Shoe Rack

Buying Guide

What is the best height for a bench seat with a shoe rack?

The normal height for a storage bench with a shoe rack is between 18”-22”, which is about 10” shorter than that of a standard dining room table. This height allows you to sit comfortably so that you can put both your feet flat on the floor and keep your hips at a 90° angle to encourage better posture.

You should be able to fit at least 3 or 4 rows of standard shoes under a bench seat of this height: just make sure you’re purchasing a bench with a depth of over 15” so that you’re catering for any length or size of shoe. A US men’s size 13 is just under 12” long, so you don’t want to invest in a bench that’s narrower than that.

If you put this bench seat in the foyer or entryway of your house, you should measure the dimensions of this space before deciding upon which bench seat to purchase. A typical storage bench measures 40”-65” in width, so there’s enough room for 2 or 3 people to sit down comfortably.

Can a storage bench be put in a closet?

A storage bench with a shoe rack is a handy, organizational piece of furniture that works well in an open-faced or closed closet. Compact shoe racks fit nicely at the bottom of small closets to store shoes, so they don’t lay on top of each other. Short storage benches also allow enough room for coats and jackets to hang down without touching the shoes.

Taller shoe racks can work well in closet spaces too, especially open-faced closets. Consider cleaning out your entryway closet and removing the doors. Then, install a beautiful new organizational shoe rack with a coat rack wall mounted above it. This replaces your closed-off space with a visually organized, open area that allows for easy access to the shoe rack. The storage bench is recessed into the wall where the closet used to be, moving it out of the way and creating more room to move around in your entryway.

Can you sit on a storage bench?

Yes, you can definitely sit on a storage bench with shoe rack!

However, because these items are mostly designed for you to only sit down while you put your shoes on, they might not always be particularly comfortable for longer periods of time.

If you’re definitely planning on using it as an additional seat whenever needed, we recommend choosing a storage bench with shoe rack that includes a softer cushion on top.