Are you tired of tripping over shoes cluttering your closet and your home? Here are 18 DIY shoe rack ideas to help you step up your organization at home and make storing shoes simpler, easier, and more attractive, too!
From vertical shoe racks to repurposed ladders, these DIY project ideas will not only solve your shoe storage issue but also add a touch of personality to your space.
If you’re someone who owns a lot of shoes, you know how quickly they can clutter up your living space. Not only can this make it difficult to find the pair you want when you need it, but it can also be an eyesore.
Fortunately, there are numerous DIY shoe rack solutions for those with advanced and beginner woodworking skills. We are including 18 of the BEST solutions so you can easily build your own!
And before we get started…
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Materials List and Tools Recommended for DIY Shoe Racks
Some of the most common supplies needed to build your own DIY shoe rack include the following:
- pocket hole jig and pocket screws (if your project requires pocket holes)
- table saw
- drill and drill bit
- circular saw
- nail gun and nails
- wood glue
- wood screws
- wood stain
- duct tape
You should be able to find these supplies at Home Depot, your favorite home improvement store, or your local hardware store.
Now that we’ve learned about the typical materials needed, let’s get to these amazing shoe storage ideas.
Step up Your Organization Game with These 18 DIY Shoe Racks
Looking for the perfect shoe rack? Check out this selection of 18 easy-to-build DIY shoe racks plans to find the best one for your space. Choose from vertical, horizontal, and hanging options to store your pairs of shoes in style!
DIY Shoe Rack Wall Mounted Molding Idea
Organize your shoe collection with an easy DIY shoe rack made from simple, off-the-shelf moulding! Find out how we built a custom one to fit the wall space perfectly in our master bedroom closet. It's the best way to store (and display) my favorite high heels.
Simple and Budget-Friendly DIY Shoe Cubby
Have lots of shoes to organize? We made this type of shoe rack for our garage. It's not "pretty" persay (although it could be easily "spruced" up with some spray paint.
It is sturdy, easy to build, can hold TONS of shoes, and is VERY budget-friendly to build! Get the details for this cubby style DIY that will help keep your entryway, garage, or hall closet neat and tidy.
Shoe Organizer Tray DIY
This shoe storage solution is such a great idea. It's a super simple build. Check your scrap wood pile for 2-inch boards to keep costs down.
Build A Custom Shoe Bench
Organize your entryway with a stylish DIY shoe bench - a great way to store your shoes right by the front door!
DIY Shoe Storage for a Split Level Entry
This shoe organization idea is a great way to store your shoes in a small area. This stylish and functional shoe cabinet is a perfect way to keep your shoes neat and tidy - perfect for any home.
DIY Shoe Rack with Cut List
Create your own shoe rack with the included cut list and step-by-step guide. Adjust the dimensions to perfectly fit your space.
Budget Extra-Large Shoe Rack Build
This shoe storage idea is such a great way to organize a large pile of shoes. It is a super-sized wooden shoe rack that you can customize to fit your space.
Space Saving Shoe Shelf Storage Solution
Get all the details on how to create a built-in shoe shelf system from Brittany from Pretty Handy Girl. You can even add wooden crates for each family member.
Super Simple DIY Shoe Rack Idea
This creative idea from Anika with Anika's DIY Life has a cool, industrial look to it. Such a unique shoe rack with plenty of room to hold your favorite pair of shoes!
Build a Hexagon Shoe Rack Perfect for a Small Closet
If you have limited storage space, you might not think you have room for a shoe rack. This small space hexagon shoe storage idea may be the solution you need!
DIY Shoe Rack for Small Spaces
This industrial style shoe rack has multiple shoe shelves for each family member. Use the bottom shelf for the younger kids.
Ladder Shoe Shelf Project
Make the most of your vertical space with this easy DIY shoe organizer! Create a ladder style with a top shelf to store your shoes in style. Love how different this is!
DIY Shoe Storage Bench with Cubbies
Make the most of your entryway with this easy-to-build DIY shoe rack bench. Store shoes in style with adjustable shoe cubbies and a custom look to fit any home.
Small Closet DIY Shoe Rack
Transform any size walk-in closet or kid's room closet with this easy project! Learn how to add a closet door shoe rack to free up floor space and organize shoes.
Simple Wooden Shoe Rack Tutorial
Create the perfect size custom shoe rack with this easy DIY bench that you can make using scrap wood.
Quick and Easy Boot Rack for an Organized MudroomQuick
The next time you are looking for a way to organize your boots, check out this DIY boot rack! It's the perfect solution and a great way to store your boots. The great thing about it is there are no small pieces to mess with so you can build it in no time!
How to Build a Sturdy Shoe Rack
Get the detailed tutorial for this sturdy shoe rack with plenty of room to store wet and muddy boots and shoes.
DIY PVC Shoe Rack Storage Idea
A shoe rack is a good idea for a small entryway and it helps to maximize floor space. Learn how to make one using PVC pipe - an easy and inexpensive solution for small spaces!
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