Chattanooga homeowners adding a walk-in pantry, finishing a butler's pantry, or building out a mudroom-and-laundry zone get cabinetry built for the way they actually use the space — not generic shelving that almost works. We design and build pantries, mudrooms, and laundry-zone cabinetry across the Chattanooga metro from solid hardwood, with soft-close hardware throughout.
A pantry that works is one that's built around your actual storage habits — pull-out drawers for canned goods, deeper sections for small appliances, adjustable shelving for the things that change over time, and counter space for the appliances you use daily but don't want on the main kitchen counter. Stock pantry kits and big-box modular shelving don't solve any of this. Custom does. We talk through how you cook, what you store, and how the family uses the kitchen — then design a pantry that solves the specific problems the existing kitchen has.
Mudroom and laundry-zone cabinetry is similar: the standard configurations from box stores rarely match how families with kids, pets, and outdoor gear actually use the space. We build mudroom lockers with bench seating and overhead cubbies, laundry-zone cabinetry with hanging rods and folding counters, and combined mudroom-laundry rooms where the cabinetry, bench, and folding surfaces work as a single integrated piece. Painted finishes match adjacent trim. Wood species and door profiles are chosen for consistency with the rest of the home.
Our shop is about 30 minutes from downtown Chattanooga. Pantry and mudroom projects typically run 3–6 weeks from consultation to installed, depending on scale. Free estimates for Chattanooga pantry, mudroom, and laundry-zone cabinetry projects — call 706-657-8112.
What's included
Walk-in and reach-in pantry configurations
Pull-out shelving and slide-out drawers
Mudroom lockers and bench storage
Laundry room upper and lower cabinetry
Adjustable shelving for changing needs
Custom sizing around plumbing and electrical
Pantries & Storage projects
Walk-In Pantry with Green Accent Walls - Walk-in pantry for a North Georgia home — dark green accent walls, white built-in upper cubbies, natural wood pull-out drawers with scoop-cut handles, and butcher block countertop wrapping the corner. L-shaped layout with floor-to-ceiling open shelving and adjustable shelf system. Custom pantry cabinetry by Sims Custom Woodwork in Trenton, GA, serving Chattanooga and North Georgia.
White Walk-In Pantry with Wood Counter - Custom walk-in pantry with floor-to-ceiling white built-in shelving, natural wood counter accent, shaker-style cabinet doors, and L-shaped layout with organized storage across multiple wall sections.
Sage Green Beadboard Kitchen with Walnut Countertops - Sage green beadboard kitchen built for a Chattanooga-area homeowner — walnut butcher block countertops, brass cup pulls, exposed wood beam vaulted ceiling, and farmhouse apron-front sink. Includes a floor-to-ceiling beadboard pantry tower, island drawer bank with dovetail construction, pendant lighting, and a walk-in pantry with live-edge wood shelves behind a sage green beadboard bi-fold door. A signature project by Sims Custom Woodwork in Trenton, GA.
Custom Pantry Cabinetry - Built-in pantry cabinetry with adjustable shelving, pull-out drawers, overlay doors with concealed hinges, and dado-jointed shelf construction. Designed to maximize storage in a compact space with a smooth, durable finish.
White pantry cabinet with marble counter - Floor-to-ceiling white shaker pantry cabinet with six deep drawers, matte black bar-pull hardware, exotic marble-veined countertop, and matching tall upper cabinets.
Cream butler pantry with wine storage - Cream raised-panel butler pantry with built-in wine rack cubbies, granite countertop, oil-rubbed bronze cup pulls and knobs, wine cooler, and coordinating upper cabinets with crown molding.
Frequently asked questions
Can you convert a closet into a pantry?
Yes. We regularly convert closets, awkward nooks, and underused spaces into functional pantry storage with custom shelving and pull-outs.
What's the difference between a butler's pantry and a walk-in pantry?
A butler's pantry typically includes counter space and is used for prep and serving, while a walk-in pantry focuses on storage. We build both, and can combine elements based on your needs.
Do you build mudroom storage systems?
Yes — mudroom lockers, benches with storage, coat hooks, and upper cabinets are some of our most popular projects. We design around your family's daily routine.