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Mudroom Boot & Coat Bench Plans (36″ × 14″ × 64″)
An all-in-one entryway organizer designed for winter: an elevated open-slat bottom rack for wet snow boot drainage, a sturdy 2x6 solid seat bench, middle support rail, upper coat hook rail, and top glove & hat shelf.

Cut list
Identical pieces are grouped. Lengths are finished lengths in inches.
| Qty | Material | Size | Cuts | Pieces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4× | 4x4 | 16.5″ | Square (90°) | Legs |
| 4× | 2x4 | 11″ | Square (90°) | 2× Aprons2× Stretchers |
| 5× | 2x4 | 36″ | Square (90°) | 2× Aprons2× StretchersCoat Hook Rail |
| 3× | 2x6 | 36″ | Square (90°) | 2× Seat SlatsHat Shelf |
| 3× | 2x4 | 14″ | Square (90°) | Boot Slats |
| 2× | 2x4 | 64″ | Square (90°) | Coat Uprights |
Lumber shopping list
- 1× 4x4 × 8′
- 5× 2x4 × 8′
- 2× 2x6 × 8′
- 34 wood screws (2-1/2″)
Board counts are optimized from standard stock lengths and include a 1/8″ saw kerf per cut.
Tools you need
- Drill / impact driver
- Tape measure, pencil and speed square
- Miter saw or circular saw
Assembly steps
- Bench Base4× Leg (4x4, 16.5″) 2× Apron (2x4, 11″) 2× Apron (2x4, 36″)
- Boot Rack2× Stretcher (2x4, 11″) 2× Stretcher (2x4, 36″) 3× Boot Slat (2x4, 14″)
- Seat Assembly2× Seat Slat (2x6, 36″)
- Upper Coat Rack2× Coat Upright (2x4, 64″) 1× Coat Hook Rail (2x4, 36″) 1× Top Hat Shelf (2x6, 36″)
FAQ
How much lumber do I need for this mudroom boot & coat bench?
1× 4x4 × 8′, 5× 2x4 × 8′, 2× 2x6 × 8′. That is 8 boards in total, optimized from standard stock lengths with a 1/8″ saw kerf.
What screws should I use?
The plan uses 34 wood screws (2-1/2″). Use exterior-rated screws for outdoor builds.
Can I customize or modify this plan?
Yes. Open it in the free BenchBuild 3D studio to freely modify the model, resize parts, add pieces, or change lumber dimensions. Your cut list, board count and cost estimate update automatically.
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