On a quest to figure out how to best get ourselves organized, we turned to professional organizer Joanna Wirick of Joanna Organize and asked for her one secret item she uses on every kitchen re-organizing job. Her secret? Investing in spring-loaded dividers to conquer your drawer clutter. Read on to see why she loves these organizers and thinks no kitchen should be without them.
Wirick’s Secret to a Tidy Kitchen
Though a kitchen may seem neat on the outside, what lurks inside drawers can reveal it’s not so clean after all. That’s why Wirick suggests investing in her favorite drawer organizers. “My number one product recommendation is an affordable and versatile solution for any sized kitchen: spring-loaded dividers," Wirick tells us. “The dividers allow you to create ‘lanes’ in pull-out drawers. You can corral cooking utensils, pot holders, linens, and snacks.” “I love that the dividers are a simple and straightforward solution that don’t require a significant monetary investment or time investment, like decanting spices,” Wirick says.
They’re aesthetically pleasing and budget-friendly
By the very nature of their design, these dividers are sleek and simple, which means they work with the look of any kitchen. “Opt for the white plastic dividers if you want to save a few bucks, or you can splurge and get the bamboo ones,” Wirick tells us.
They come in versatile sizes
If you’re not sure they’ll fit in your drawers, you might just need to shop around for the right size. “The standard height is perfect for kitchen drawers, even if you have an older home,” Wirick says. “They also have tall-drawer dividers that are perfect for deep drawers, which are typical in newer kitchens. I also love that these drawer dividers can be used in any drawer of the house.”
They’re tried and true
Wirick assures us that when it comes to kitchen-tidying solutions, she’s tried them all. Nothing compares to these dividers. “As a professional organizer, it’s my job to know what the best solutions are for my clients,” Wirick says. “In my experience working in dozens and dozens of kitchens, the drawer dividers are my go-to item that fit anyone’s budget and anyone’s aesthetic. I always have them on hand."
