--- slug: how_to_organize_kitchen_drawers category_path: home_kitchen/kitchen_dining/storage_organization/drawer_organizers title: "How to Organize Kitchen Drawers" lead: "Empty each drawer, group like with like, and set dividers or trays so everything has a spot and nothing slides into a jumble — then put the tools you use daily in the drawer nearest where you work. Store items near where they're used: utensils by the stove, cutlery by the table, wrap and bags near the counter." recommendation: name: "Empty, group by use, add dividers, and place each drawer's contents near where you actually use them" reason: "Drawers turn to chaos because loose items shift and nothing has a home, so organizing is about zoning by use and locking things in place with dividers. Start by emptying a drawer completely, wiping it out, and sorting everything into groups — cooking utensils, cutlery, gadgets, wraps and bags — discarding duplicates and things you never reach for. Then place groups by proximity to the task: turners and spoons in a drawer beside the stove, forks and knives near the table or dishwasher, foil and storage bags by the prep counter, so your hand goes where the tool is. Add adjustable dividers, a cutlery tray, or small bins so each group stays put and shows at a glance; a deep drawer benefits from tension or peg dividers to stop tall items toppling. Keep everyday things in the easiest drawer and rarely-used ones higher or lower. Line drawers with a grippy mat so the contents don't slide every time you open and close them." published: 2026-07-08 updated: 2026-07-08 ---