Option 1 - Buy from a store.

This  option is the most economical if you can find mud room items you want.  There are hundreds of benches, cupboards, cabinets and similar items available on and off-line.  Some links are included below.

Option 2 - Buy unfinished furniture.

There are stores both on and off-line who specialize in selling unfinished furniture; the advantage being that you can select a range of items and finish them all the same way.  The quality of this furniture is usually good with wide use of solid and plywood rather than particle board.  Something to be concerned about if there's going to be water about.   See our guide to buying unfinished furniture.

Option 3 - Hire a furniture builder (contractor).

This could be a consideration if you have more ambitious designs or want items fitted or "built-in".  Here are a couple of useful distinctions:

• Hiring a custom cabinet maker:  - Where furniture is made in a woodworking shop using specialized equipment.  This ensures quality, especially for more complicated designs.  This method can cover both free standing and built-in items.
• Hiring a carpenter: Where furniture is actually built in your house using basic tools and you will have workmen in your house for as long as it takes.  This is a less expensive way to go for basic fitted benches, shelves and utility items, especially if they are going to be painted.

Some Useful Links To Mud Room Furniture:

 Need A Contractor? Ask Angie! Let AngiesList.com Help You Find The Best Contractor In Your Town!

 FREE ground shipping on select items at Benches.com!

Hiring a contractor - useful government issued tips.