Mustard Made Lowdown Locker Review: Chic Storage Solutions for Every Space

I tend to accumulate what I call “doom piles”—random assortments of my belongings that seem to lack any organized system. With ADHD and an affinity for Things, coupled with the reality of being a Millennial who has never had ample built-in storage, I’m often faced with a clutter issue. Whether it’s shoes, surplus toiletries, various crafting materials, or the ever-expanding horde of stuffed animals, I’ve struggled to find appropriate places for everything. This situation escalated when I began working as a product reviewer, which magnified my clutter drastically. Packages now arrive at my door for work, quickly becoming heaps scattered across my office, kitchen, living room, and bedroom. Despite my efforts to tame the chaos with plastic tubs and transparent bins, my home has begun to resemble a sort of distribution hub for my Stuff. First-world problems, I realize, but issues nonetheless.

This year, I resolved to finally tackle the organization and storage of my belongings, both personal and professional. Among the best solutions I’ve discovered is the Mustard Made Lowdown Locker. (It’s no surprise that Senior Commerce Editor Julian Chokkattu included these lockers in his Work-from-Home Gift Guide.)

Get It Set Up

This flat-pack locker arrives neatly packed in a long, slim box wrapped in plastic and styrofoam. Assembling it is fairly straightforward. I appreciated the clear paper instructions, along with video guides for those who learn better visually. All you really need is a standard cross-head screwdriver, though having a friend to assist can make some parts easier. I managed to assemble The Lowdown solo, and I only let out a few curse words—quite an achievement compared to my usual outbursts during assembly projects.

Putting the metal pieces and panels together is relatively uncomplicated, though I encountered an issue where one of my back panels was either manufactured incorrectly or damaged during transit. This led to an awkward corner shape, making it tough to secure it in place. After some swearing and a lot of effort, I couldn’t adjust it properly, so I chose to continue with the rest of the assembly. In the end, it all came together fine, but I want to note that this hiccup is not typical—other reviews suggest it’s an anomaly. Once fully assembled, the locker feels solid and looks fantastic. The doors function well and the legs are sturdy. I do wish the doors shut with a satisfying click reminiscent of the lockers I used in high school, but even without that satisfying sound, they still feel robust.

Pack It Up

Each shelf of The Lowdown supports up to 90 pounds—perfect for holding your gift-wrapping essentials, exercise gear, or that collection of camping equipment! The locker comes with a couple of extra brackets to adjust the standard shelf layout if you desire. While the default arrangement features two shelves at an equal height, these additional brackets allow you to set them at varying heights. I noted that there’s only a limited amount of extra hardware provided, which was a small annoyance. While installing one of the handles, I accidentally dropped the tiny screw and washer, and the washer vanished into the depths of my carpet. Luckily, it didn’t pose a problem; I simply attached the handle with the screw alone. But if the screw had gone missing, it would have been quite a frustration. So, I’d suggest being mindful of your hardware as you construct!