IKEA’s $6 Minimalist Dish Organizer Is the Simple, Non-Toxic Fix for Messy Kitchen Cabinets
Versatile and affordable, this bamboo IKEA gem can also be used all over the home
Battling a tower of plates to reach the one you need at the bottom of the pile is always a nuisance, but now, you can say goodbye to cluttered cabinets with a streamlined organiser that fixes the problem instantly.
Instead of stacking, turn your plates sideways and slide them into IKEA’s $6 OSTBIT organiser, made from non-toxic, durable bamboo.
Why Flipping Your Plates 90 Degrees Is the Key to Better Functionality
You can fit six plates or load up the lids to pans, creating a streamlined and organized cabinet. Creative shoppers have also used this for storing laptops, tablets, mail, cutting boards, organising desks, and even instead of a large dish drainer. To hit the minumum $35 basket delivery, pair with the bamboo KANELMOTT fruit tower.
Affordable and made from clean materials that won’t release PFAs or BPA microplastics onto your dinnerware, this bamboo OSTBIT organiser from IKEA is ideal for organizing kitchen cabinets.
I have been using metal shelf risers from Amazon to create vertical distance between different types of plates in my cabinet, for instance, side and dinner plates, or pasta and breakfast bowls. However, recently, my dinnerware collection has grown with seasonal additions, and I’ve found that this is no longer helping to keep my key meal items accessible.
Instead, I’ve actually ended up chipping one plate and hurting my wrists (which are weak and prone to injury even on the best days due to a connective tissue disorder I have) daily, which makes me dread having to get anything out of one of my most vital cabinets.
The bamboo IKEA storage solution is the perfect fix, as it no longer means I have to lift multiple plates off the one I am trying to access. Instead, this item keeps everything neatly stored on its side individually, so that you can pull out what you need without disturbing or needing to move other items.
It’s also prompted me to declutter my kitchen cabinets and store away my festive plates in my chic hard shell dinnerware storage set from Wayfair. I won’t be needing them until winter, so it’s the perfect time for a spring refresh to rejuvenate my cabinet functionality.
What Shoppers Say
IKEA’s OSTBIT organiser is highly rated by nearly a thousand happy shoppers, who rate it on average 4.7/5 stars, noting how great it looks, the quality, and sturdy construction.
Plus, it’s not just suitable for plates, as many have used it to clear chaotic drawers and cabinets housing lids for pots and pans, which are notoriously tricky to store neatly and even to corral messy mail.
One IKEA customer, who gave it five stars, says, ‘The Osbit plate holder is much more than a plate organizer. I use it to organise plates in my cabinets, so it is easier to retrieve plates because stacking different-sized plates can cause chips. I also use one for pot lids and another one for mail sorting. It is so versatile.’
Another said it was ‘awesome for cutting board organisation’, whilst another uses it for corralling their tech, by storing their laptops and tablets on it. Others use it to store their mail, cutting boards, and even to display framed art on their sideboard, showcasing the incredible versatility of this product.
Shopper Elizabeth captures the versatility perfectly, adding, ‘You don’t realize how helpful they are until you start using them, all over your house.’
The dimensions are five inches wide, 11 inches long, and three inches high.
What to Shop
As our eating habits change with the seasonal rise in temperature, the meal items we need will shift. Move towards summer dinners and get-togethers with a more streamlined and functional kitchen with my curated selection of cabinet organisers.
Having the right storage tools in place inside cabinets will also reduce the risk of damage and maximise the countertop space in your kitchen.
All prices were correct at the time of publication.
For smaller kitchens and cabinets, opt for a compact pan organiser with adjustable rows, such as this metal one from Walmart. It can hold a variety of cookware and bakeware, bringing streamlined function to one of the busiest kitchen areas.
Increase accessibility and visibility in your awkward cabinet with a pull-out addition. You don't have to aim for organisational perfection either, as the high sides keep things contained.
Make the back of your cabinets, or stacks of pots and pans, easily accessible by adding a slide-out tray. This one comes with all the hardware you need to install it in under 30 minutes.
Measuring 10 x 7.5 inches, this tiered corner organiser is durable and rust-resistant. Using your vertical space will mean less clutter on counters. Plus, the storage solution is tidy and compact, making it a fit for smaller kitchen cabinets.
Upgrade your tired dinner service with this microwave and dishwasher-safe set, which is available in two colors and finishes, including trendy matte. This stoneware collection has a colored glaze for durability.
I keep my out-of-season or extra dinner plates in this chic storage set. It protects them from breaking when not in use and is chic enough to store in sight. Otherwise, place them in the garage, attic, or basement until you need the extras again.
Pegboard organisers are another great and customisable option for busy cabinets.
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