Cutlery holders

Cutlery holders are a practical and increasingly popular alternative to a cutlery drawer. Keeping cutlery on the dining table or kitchen worktop means one less step when reaching for a spoon, fork or knife. This open approach to storage also creates a relaxed atmosphere that makes a home comfortable and helps guests feel welcome. A cutlery holder need not be plain or unimaginative: there are elegant polished stainless steel models with decorative perforations, stands that suspend matching cutlery by its handles, and original designs whose individual slots form a shape of their own. Most cutlery holders are also inexpensive, making them attractive to young people furnishing their first home.

Anyone looking for a cutlery holder will find a broad selection among home furnishings and kitchen accessories. As open living spaces become more popular, more open storage solutions for cutlery are being designed. These include cylindrical stainless steel baskets that can hold table cutlery as well as scissors, cooking utensils or pens. Another common option is a rack that suspends matching cutlery from holes in the handles, creating a somewhat tidier, more elegant appearance. Holders with separate compartments combine the advantages of both approaches: cutlery is easy to put away, while the compartments maintain enough order to make a single teaspoon or fork easy to find.

Cutlery holders are made from a range of materials to match their varied designs. Stainless steel is sturdy, stylish and easy to care for, works well with ordinary cutlery and can occasionally be cleaned in the dishwasher. Wood has a more substantial, natural character and is especially popular in traditional interiors. It is also durable and gentler on metal cutlery over time. Plastic holders are light, inexpensive and often available in youthful designs and bright colors. Glass is a distinctive alternative whose transparency gives it a delicate appearance. Combinations such as a metal frame with plastic panels can also be interesting options.