What kind of mailbox is right for my home?

As you shop for a mailbox for your home, look for a design that blends both practicality and your personal style. The right mailbox for your home will depend on the type of mail you receive, what security requirements you may have, and the overall style of your home. You may be unsure of what you are looking for in a home mailbox. Your mailbox can double as a decorative house number for your home, especially if it’s located near the street. Planter mailboxes give you another spot to display your favorite foliage. Wall-mount mailboxes can be placed near your front door which makes it easy to grab the mail on your way back home. Now that you’ve chosen a type of mailbox, it’s time to pick an aesthetic. From modern metal creations to traditional bronze mailboxes, Etsy sellers create many unique styles to match the overall vibe of your house. Find a vintage mailbox, or a vintage-inspired mailbox newly made to look old. Many of the mailboxes on Etsy can be customized just for you, so it’s easy to find a piece that looks like it was always part of your home when you shop straight from small shops on Etsy.

What styles and designs do mailboxes come in?

Post-mounted mailboxes are bolted onto a metal or wooden post which is secured into the ground. Often a simple design with one opening where you can insert and retrieve mail, this style of mailbox makes it easy for the mailman to deliver your post without having to walk all the way to your front door. Wall-mounted mailboxes are often mounted near your front door or to your front fence. These designs can be traditional with a top flap opening, or a cute mailbox in a fun shape or color. Some homes feature a mail slot rather than a traditional mailbox. These are often located as an opening in the front door but could be integrated into the wall, as well. Since the mail is placed through the slot, it can be helpful to add a small hanging basket to the door or wall below the slot to catch it before it falls to the floor. Handmade novelty mailboxes can be placed in a variety of locations, from the end of your driveway at the roadside, mounted on your gate, or against the wall next to your front door. These mailboxes are really about individual expression and handcrafted charm.

Can mailboxes be customized?

Mailboxes can absolutely be customized! Whether you select a unique mailbox design from a talented artist on Etsy or simply want to add some decals or color, be sure to double check your postmaster's requirements for mail delivery. Many of the mailboxes on Etsy can be customized with your name and address as well as the materials and colors you prefer. Some custom mailboxes can even be made as scale replicas of your main house! Often, you can select the font and placement for your name. The size of your mailbox can be customized, as well, so you can be sure you have the right amount of space for your letters and packages.

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Here is a selection of four-star and five-star reviews from customers who were delighted with the products they found in this category.

esichel

5 out of 5 stars

"Oh Man, this mailbox is gorgeous and built to last. It sickens me to think how much people waste money on the plastic mailboxes from big box stores. Save up and buy a box that will last for years and years and looks SHARP! Very satisfied with this purchase. So gorgeous!! (P.S. I think my next door neighbor is so ashamed of their box they are just letting a privet plant consume it)."

Black Malone Mailbox Post Mounted- Mid-century- Powder Coated- Custom Mailbox- House Numbers- post not included
elizabeth

5 out of 5 stars

"Doreen, thank you for working with me to have these two mailboxes designed to compliment each other. My neighbor is thrilled with her white flowers and my blue flowers looks glorious! We definitely will be raising the bar in the "hood". We share a mailbox post, and we can't wait to get them outside. (once the new post goes in after the snow melts down:) Thanks again."

Custom designed hand painted mailboxes
Kayleigh Roeder

4 out of 5 stars

"The mailbox seems to be of great quality thus far. Its a bit bigger than I was expecting, but that's no one's fault but my own. I do wish the bolts for the post didn't stick into the inside of the mailbox compartment, maybe adjust the bracket so the bolts attach to the side, like some other store bought mailboxes do."

Modern Sierra Mailbox Grande - Extra Large
tanoury

5 out of 5 stars

"Love the mailboxes from CeCeWorks. I ordered two and they turned out great - very high quality and heavy duty. There is NOTHING flimsy about them. You can tell they are made to last."

Mailbox Large, Walnut Mailbox, Wall Mounted mailbox
Vali Hooker

5 out of 5 stars

"These mailboxes are heavy duty and so sleek. We had cars stopping to ask where they were from all day during the install. We referred a handful of people your way! The price is great and the style unmatched. The shipping to Denver, CO was v fast. We ordered two and posted them together. I could not love them more! This is a purchase that exceeded my expectations. Oh, the numbers are magnetic which is great if you want to change up the location on the box. Love that details. Thank you."

Large Mailbox, Post-Mounted Contemporary Style #HC110
James Barash

5 out of 5 stars

"Exactly what we wanted. We’d seen these mailboxes before. The clean design of the mailbox is a great fit with the design of our home."

Dexter Custom Modern Mailbox - Personalized House Numbers, Curbside Post Mount Mailbox, Mid Century Modern Outdoor Decor, Housewarming Gift

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STOP PUB Love Kit, Self-Adhesive and Name Labels to Personalize the Mailbox

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