Drawer organisers & dividers

Drawer liners and cutlery trays protect your things and keep order

A drawer organiser keeps everything you need for cooking, serving and laying the table neatly in its place. Whether it's cutlery, herbs and spices or plates, a cutlery tray brings proper order to your drawers. Cutlery organisers don't just help you find things faster – they also protect the cutlery itself from wear and your fingers from injury. Because nobody wants to rummage through a jumble of cutlery hunting for a sharp knife. Other drawer inserts keep plates or bowls neatly stacked in deeper drawers. And you'll also find storage solutions here that work just as well outside the drawer, because they're made from natural materials that look good enough to leave on display.

Key features and benefits of our cutlery trays and drawer organisers (depending on the model):

• Choice of materials: plastic, bamboo, solid wood or metal – the right solution for every kitchen style and budget.
• Perfect fit: designed to work with IKEA kitchen drawers so your cutlery organiser sits just right and makes the most of the space.
• Versatile organisation: not just for cutlery – spices, plates, pots and kitchen utensils all find a proper home with the right drawer insert.
• Protection and safety: sharp kitchen knives and delicate cutlery are stored separately, reducing wear and the risk of cuts.
• Noise reduction: specialist drawer liners dampen the clatter of crockery and stop things sliding about.
• Easy to clean: all drawer inserts are easy to care for, washable and quickly ready to use again for hygienic storage.
• Adjustable sections: flexible cutlery trays and adjustable drawer inserts adapt to your needs and offer a layout that suits you.

And there's plenty here that's easy on the eye too. Every IKEA cutlery tray or stand, every spice organiser, every drawer insert for plates or pots is made from robust materials that also add a touch of style to any kitchen or drawer.

Are cutlery trays and drawer organisers worth it?

From a cutlery organiser to a spice insert for the drawer to a plate holder in a kitchen cabinet: cutlery trays and drawer inserts prove their worth in any kitchen. You save time because everything has a fixed spot and is easy to find. Your cutlery and other kitchen utensils also stay in better condition for longer, because they're no longer rubbing and scratching against each other. And emptying the dishwasher gets quicker too, because every piece goes straight to its rightful place.

Do drawer organisers save space?

Cutlery drawer inserts and other drawer liners make much better use of the space available. The clear layout lets kitchen utensils stack more efficiently, so your forks take up far less room than they would jumbled together. Plate holders allow plates to be stored vertically, getting more into a drawer or on a shelf. Choose an insert that matches your IKEA drawer dimensions exactly and you'll get the most out of every centimetre.

What's the best material for a drawer organiser?

Each material has its own look and its own advantages. Plastic cutlery trays are easy to clean, affordable and available in a range of colours. Bamboo looks elegant, is sustainable and naturally antibacterial. A wooden cutlery tray brings timeless warmth to the kitchen and develops a lovely patina over time. IKEA metal cutlery stands are hard-wearing, with a modern, pared-back design. In the end, it always comes down to personal taste.

What's better: a cutlery tray for the drawer or a cutlery basket?

A cutlery tray with fixed sections gives you more order, protects against damage and fits neatly into drawers – ideal for everyday use. A cutlery stand or basket, on the other hand, is flexible and portable, and comes into its own at buffets, garden parties or when serving at the table. For drawer organisation, the tray is the better choice; for table service, the basket.

What's the standard size of a cutlery tray?

Sizes vary by model and drawer width. Typical dimensions run from 30 to 50 cm wide and 40 to 60 cm deep. Our inserts are designed to fit standard drawer sizes and IKEA kitchen drawers in particular, so they always sit well. Especially handy: some cutlery trays are adjustable and can be adapted to different drawers. A simple tip: measure your drawer before you buy and you'll find the right solution straight away.

Which way round does the cutlery go in a cutlery tray?

There's no hard and fast rule, but here's a practical suggestion: place forks and spoons handle-first so they're easy to pick up. Knives should point blade away from you – that keeps your fingers safe. Sort everything by type into separate sections and you'll always find exactly what you need the moment you start laying the table.