'Where there are hooks, people will always hang coats' – 8 things you should never store in your entryway to avoid it becoming a dumping ground

Tidy white entryway with wooden console table with metal legs, vase with flowers, two metal wire candle holders with burning candles, letter holder rack. Hardwood oak flooring, mirrored storage cabinet and white front door.

Your entryway sets the tone for your home, so it’s worth keeping it organized and clutter-free.

Thankfully, our professional organizers are here to reveal eight things to avoid keeping in your entryway, from too many shoes to sweaty sports gear. Too much stuff in this space can quickly turn your entryway into a cluttered dumping ground.