HOMISSUE Vintage Corner Hall Tree with Shoe Bench, Entryway Coat Rack with 6 Double Hooks, Retro Brown

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When looking for the best hall tree, we considered three important factors: functionality, versatility, and storage space. We looked for one that, most importantly, was easy to assemble and keep organized, while offering plenty of room to keep your essentials. Wood has long been favored as the preferred material for making hall trees. Its popularity continues today in traditional hall tree designs. Not only is solid wood loved for its durability, but it’s also versatile and adds natural beauty to your home. The bird and branch style is among the most common hall tree you’ll find. It stands freely on a base or legs, so it can be conveniently moved from one location to another if needed. Bird and branch hall trees also don’t occupy a lot of room, so they can be positioned in small entryways without getting in the way.

What do you do if your wall isn’t wide enough to install a traditional wall-mounted hall tree? And you desperately need more storage space than a free-standing bird branch can offer? You get a corner hall tree, of course! A hall tree with seating will be aperfect place to sit and relax for a few minutes after you walk through the door.

Types of Hall Trees

One of the most important things to consider when shopping for a hall is what size will best fit your space. If you have a small entryway or an awkward layout, a narrow or corner hall tree are clever space-saving solutions. If you have a larger family, you will need a unit that’s big enough to suit multiple needs—providing you have the wall space for it, of course. Our best for large families option, the Gracie Oaks Gracie 60'' Wide Hall Tree with Bench, features 24 shoe cubbies, six double coat hooks, three overhead storage shelves, and a spacious bench—a great fit for busy households.

Most hall trees can be found in the hallway of a home right at the entrance or in the mudroom. 4. What are the different names for hall trees? Despite its low price tag, this hall tree is highly functional and rivals some of the more expensive options. It has nine removable coat hooks, allowing you to customize the layout and hang items of various sizes. There are also two slatted shelves below the bench, which can be used to store shoes, bins, or baskets. Another convenient feature is the hanging bar at the top—an ideal space for scarves, umbrellas, and other small items. It's also worth noting that one of our writers tested a larger version of this model, and she loved the tiered shelving and ample storage space it provided. And because it’s only 13.3 inches deep, it’s slim enough to place in a narrow hallway or another small space in your home. It also has square shelves as opposed to rectangular ones, so you can stash it in a corner rather than having it jut out from your wall. While this is probably enough space for one person (or two), it's likely not ideal for those looking for a hall tree to organize a collection of kid's shoes, for example. A corner hall tree setup can be as basic as having several hooks on a wall-mounted slab. It can also be a larger piece of furniture incorporating hooks plus open or closed cabinets at the bottom, so both coats and shoes can be stored. Hall Tree with ShelfThe material you choose for the hall tree should be durable enough to withstand daily wear and tear and be aesthetically pleasing. Wood The original hall trees had a few hooks for coats and hats. They also had a small bench, mirror, table, and umbrella stand so that residents and guest could deposit their shawls, gloves, and other clothing items. Foyers typically weren’t large rooms; however, the ceilings were high, so the hall stands could be between 6 to 9 feet in height. Hanging hall trees give you the functionality of a wall-mounted hall tree. Still, they are more convenient because they are not permanently installed on the wall. The coat hooks are usually already attached to or are constructed onto a plate. The whole contraption is then simply suspended over a door using fixing clips or attached to it via an adhesive, with no drilling necessary. We spent hours rigorously researching hall tree styles and solutions to select the best options for a variety of budget, storage, and home decor needs. We considered storage space and type, functionality, and size when selecting the final products. We also consulted Shira Gill, organizing expert and author of Minimalista, to get her tips on what to look for in a hall tree and how to best select the one for your needs: Another facet to consider is how many bells and whistles you want on your hall tree. While some come embellished with mirrors, benches, cabinets, and cubbies, others are more minimalist and only provide hooks to hang up your coat. Consider your current organizational needs and which hall tree design elements will best meet them.

They have simple and clean lines and are made with light-colored woods or metals painted white to round off their casual look and feel. You can find them in various designs, but wall-mounted styles with shelving and drawers are on-trend, as are flat wall-mounted bird and branch styles. Contemporary Hall Tree A hall tree is a simple all-in-one solution typically used for organizing all of your grab-and-go essentials by the front door," Gill explains. "Instead of puzzle piecing together lots of separate components like cubbies, hooks, benches, and bins that may not look great together, you can set up shop in a single, streamlined unit." In short, hall trees help store all of the things you need on a daily basis in an easy-to-access location, reducing clutter in the process. Or you can find local carpenters to custom-make a wall-mounted hall tree to your exact specifications. This can become a unique and treasured family heirloom, passed down from one generation to the next. Antique Hall Tree The Scandinavian influence can be seen everywhere in home décor today. So it’s no surprise that this wildly popular style has made its way into entryway furniture design too. Scandinavian hall trees have an uncomplicated and uncluttered design aesthetic.

The Origin of Hall Trees

Hall trees are commonly constructed with hardwoods like oak, cherry, and maple, which are usually varnished and left in their natural state to show off the beauty of the timber. Contemporary hall trees incorporate materials like aluminum. And they are often available in a broader range of colors to suit your home décor. What Type of Storage Do You Need? A kid’s hall tree will be used during the early years of their life, so keeping it free-standing might be easier. They can be basic plywood structures, but you may want to find one that has fun and bright colors because children sometimes need a bit of encouragement to tidy up. Contemporary hall trees are typically made with traditional materials like solid wood but showcase them in entirely new and fresh ways. Metal designs also don’t follow the classic rectangular structure, opting for tiered angular shelves instead. These hall trees tend to be narrow, usually no more than 25 inches wide, with two or three hooks and a small shelf or cabinet for extra storage. Traditional Hall Tree

Safety is also an important consideration when looking for a hall tree for your little one. Hall trees that feature fabric padding along edges and corners will cushion their heads, elbows, and knees from bumps. A Final Word…

Large pieces range from 30–36 inches wide (76-91 cm), which works for some entryways and most rooms.