Leave The Muddy Shoes In The Mudroom

Two new Creator Kits have been released! Alongside Crypticsim’s Essential Glam Kit, the Grange Mudroom Kit by Peacemaker has also been released. But what exactly is a ‘Mudroom’? What’s a ‘Grange’? All that and more will be answered in our overview and review of the latest Build-Buy Kit for The Sims 4. So kick your shoes off, and we can get into it!

Features Overview

This brand-new Kit from CC content creator Peacemaker is packed with items for your Sims’ hallways and mudrooms, but what is a mudroom?

A room in a house designed especially for the shedding of dirty or wet footwear and clothing and located typically off the kitchen or in the basement.

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Thanks Merriam Webster! So it’s a location in your house for taking off dirty (or muddy) shoes and coats. Got it. And what exactly is a grange?

A farmhouse with outbuildings.

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So a farmhouse, or a country home. Well, this will fit perfectly in worlds such as Henford-on-Bagley or Chestnut Ridge.

Kit Features

• A Magnificent Mudroom Awaits – Bring your entryway to life with a tailor-made set of mudroom items and decor.
  
• Transitional Space – Add some organization and style to an often neglected part of the home.

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Item Preview

Object Overview

See below for an in-depth look at each item’s description and cost.

Object Swatches

Grange Firm Bench Set

Grange Hallway Table

Grange Sideboard

Grange Storage Closet

Grange Everything on Display Closet

Grange Inaccessible Cupboard

Grange Inaccessible Cluttered Cupboard

Botanical Wonders of the World

These Hooks Were Made for Hanging – Hat Edition

These Hooks Were Made for Hanging

An Archway for Your Thoughts

From the Stable to the Home Sconce

Needing a Trellis Trailing Plant

What a Lovely Bunch of Hydrangeas

The Magic Word Shoe Frame

Sort It Out Later Pile of Mail

Handy Dandy Bag

Plopped Down Somewhere Keys and Glasses

Leaving My Shoes Here

Splishy Splash Gumboots

Hide Away that Clutter Basket

Gelim Hallway Rug

Good ‘Ol Bead and Board Panelled Wall

Floralish Wallpaper

As Hard as… Stone Flooring

Our Review of The Grange Mudroom Kit

The Sims 4 Grange Mudroom Creator kit adds charming yet simple items for one of my personal favourite, yet sometimes overlooked, transitional spaces in my Sims’ homes; the entryway. There is a focus on blending realistic functionality with Peacemaker’s simple design choices, which allows this kit to achieve its goal of making your Sims’ homes feel lived in from the moment they step through the door.

The kit has a simple, country home vibe with neutral colours, cream cabinets, and natural woods. It’s a look that says “cosy countryside cottage,” but at the same time, it isn’t so themed that it looks out of place in a modern family home. There’s also a nice balance between sturdy, functional pieces and lighter decorative items, so you’re not just left with big chunks of furniture.

The first thing that stands out is the amount of detail packed into such a small kit. Unlike some Build/Buy packs that give you lots of big, showpiece furniture, this one leans heavily into clutter and smaller touches. That might not sound exciting at first, but it’s exactly what makes it shine. The little details, coats on hooks, shoes by the door, a satchel left on the floor, do a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to making a space feel alive.

You’ll find a bench with cubby holes, slim shelving, a console table, and wall cabinets. They’re practical and match well with kitchens, hallways, or laundry rooms, too. The bench is a highlight since it instantly makes an entryway look useful instead of just decorative. Clutter is where the kit shines. Coats, shoes, boots, a satchel, and even a little pile of mail make your builds look less polished and more like real homes. It’s the kind of detail that helps with storytelling, especially if you want to make a busy family house or a lived-in cottage.

Almost everything you see is decorative, the dresser and closets being an exception. Coats can’t be taken on or off, shoes don’t affect Sims’ outfits, and the storage pieces don’t function as actual storage. Additions such as compatibility with the Sims 4 Snowy Escape’s shoe signs would have been a nice touch; however, there is only so much that can be done when features are locked behind DLC.

The swatches lean heavily on neutral tones and muted shades. While they suit the rustic aesthetic, some players might miss brighter or more modern options that could stretch the kit’s usability even further. It would have been nice to see a few more colourful swatches; however, this may have come at the expense of the more basic and versatile neutral tones.

The Sims 4: Grange Mudroom Kit is a solid little set for players who enjoy clutter and cosy builds. It doesn’t add gameplay, but it makes hallways and “mudrooms” feel more alive. If you’re a builder who loves detail, you’ll probably get a lot out of it. For the $4.99/£4.99 price tag, I’m certain there is something for every kind of builder here, with some pieces that I will find myself using often.