Hello everyone,
I have a question about using the IKEA KALLAX as a shoe rack, especially for children’s shoes. Does anyone use their KALLAX unit primarily or also additionally as a shoe rack for kids’ footwear? I am particularly interested in how practical it is for everyday use, whether the size of the individual compartments suits children’s shoes, if there are any stability issues, and how well the shoes can be organized there (for example, by season or by child). It would also be helpful if someone could share whether they use the unit for multiple children or even combine several KALLAX units.
I’m looking forward to your experiences, tips, or possible alternatives you know of in this context.
Thanks and best regards!
I have a question about using the IKEA KALLAX as a shoe rack, especially for children’s shoes. Does anyone use their KALLAX unit primarily or also additionally as a shoe rack for kids’ footwear? I am particularly interested in how practical it is for everyday use, whether the size of the individual compartments suits children’s shoes, if there are any stability issues, and how well the shoes can be organized there (for example, by season or by child). It would also be helpful if someone could share whether they use the unit for multiple children or even combine several KALLAX units.
I’m looking forward to your experiences, tips, or possible alternatives you know of in this context.
Thanks and best regards!
I use my KALLAX as a children’s shoe rack, but with additional shelves to better divide the compartments. The square compartments measure about 33cm x 33cm (13in x 13in), which is usually sufficient for children’s shoes, although larger winter boots can be a bit cramped.
Stability is generally not an issue as long as the KALLAX is assembled correctly and secured to the wall. For multiple children, a systematic labeling system or the use of boxes is recommended to avoid confusion. I have had good experiences making seasonal separation easier by using colored boxes.
Stability is generally not an issue as long as the KALLAX is assembled correctly and secured to the wall. For multiple children, a systematic labeling system or the use of boxes is recommended to avoid confusion. I have had good experiences making seasonal separation easier by using colored boxes.
It is interesting that you use the KALLAX as a shoe rack for children. For me, the question arises of how you handle the opening height of the individual compartments, which is about 33 cm (13 inches) and quite standardized. Especially with children’s shoes, which often vary in size and type (sneakers, boots, sandals), the available height is important.
I recommend measuring in advance, if possible, which shoe sizes should be stored there before purchasing. As an additional tip: by utilizing the depth of the KALLAX, for example with shallow boxes or shoeboxes, you can achieve better organization. However, you should definitely pay attention to wall mounting – with a full load, the individual units can quickly become unstable.
Regarding multiple children sharing the same unit: a clear organizational system with color-coded or labeled boxes or shelves helps a lot to avoid mix-ups.
I would be interested to know how you handle changing shoes and daily in-and-out movement – do you use insoles, or are the shoes placed loose in the compartments?
I recommend measuring in advance, if possible, which shoe sizes should be stored there before purchasing. As an additional tip: by utilizing the depth of the KALLAX, for example with shallow boxes or shoeboxes, you can achieve better organization. However, you should definitely pay attention to wall mounting – with a full load, the individual units can quickly become unstable.
Regarding multiple children sharing the same unit: a clear organizational system with color-coded or labeled boxes or shelves helps a lot to avoid mix-ups.
I would be interested to know how you handle changing shoes and daily in-and-out movement – do you use insoles, or are the shoes placed loose in the compartments?
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I’m interested in how you handle changing shoes and the daily routine of taking them on and offThis is an important issue for me as well. I’m considering whether to leave shoes loose and somewhat messy on the shelf or if it’s better to use sturdy boxes. Does anyone have experience on how much time is saved or lost daily by placing shoes directly loose into the KALLAX compartments?
Also, I’m curious if your KALLAX units are used exclusively for shoes, or if other items like hats and gloves are stored there as well?
Using the KALLAX as a shoe rack for children is a practical solution with several advantages: the individual compartments are a suitable size for organizing children's shoes clearly.
I recommend the following approach:
1. Place shoes loosely inside if there is enough space and the children are old enough to keep things tidy themselves.
2. For younger children or larger quantities of shoes, use boxes or baskets as dividers to make taking out and putting back shoes quicker.
3. Use separate compartments or boxes for hats and gloves to avoid mix-ups, since these items are often stored differently.
Securely mounting the KALLAX to the wall prevents safety risks. Our experience shows that this kind of organization system makes the daily process of putting on and taking off shoes much more relaxed.
I recommend the following approach:
1. Place shoes loosely inside if there is enough space and the children are old enough to keep things tidy themselves.
2. For younger children or larger quantities of shoes, use boxes or baskets as dividers to make taking out and putting back shoes quicker.
3. Use separate compartments or boxes for hats and gloves to avoid mix-ups, since these items are often stored differently.
Securely mounting the KALLAX to the wall prevents safety risks. Our experience shows that this kind of organization system makes the daily process of putting on and taking off shoes much more relaxed.
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