ᐅ How can I optimize storage space in IKEA Metod tall cabinets with drawers?
Created on: 4 Dec 2023 19:43
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Lu-mo64Hello everyone,
I am currently planning my new kitchen installation and am using IKEA Metod tall cabinets with drawers. I am facing the challenge of using the available storage space as efficiently as possible, especially since the drawers can vary in depth and height, and I want to store a lot of items: from pots and baking trays to small kitchen utensils.
I am mainly interested in how to optimize storage space in IKEA Metod tall cabinets with drawers. Are there proven solutions, special inserts, or clever organization methods that you would recommend? I would also appreciate details on the best way to arrange drawer depths or advice on whether additional dividers/organizers are helpful.
Looking forward to your experiences and tips!
I am currently planning my new kitchen installation and am using IKEA Metod tall cabinets with drawers. I am facing the challenge of using the available storage space as efficiently as possible, especially since the drawers can vary in depth and height, and I want to store a lot of items: from pots and baking trays to small kitchen utensils.
I am mainly interested in how to optimize storage space in IKEA Metod tall cabinets with drawers. Are there proven solutions, special inserts, or clever organization methods that you would recommend? I would also appreciate details on the best way to arrange drawer depths or advice on whether additional dividers/organizers are helpful.
Looking forward to your experiences and tips!
Before dividing too much, I recommend first clearly defining which items you mainly want to store.
- Larger drawers at the bottom for pots and pans
- Medium-height drawers for baking trays and serving trays
- Upper drawers with inserts for cutlery and small items
Use IKEA’s own divider systems and boxes designed specifically for Metod. This way, everything stays organized and easily accessible.
- Larger drawers at the bottom for pots and pans
- Medium-height drawers for baking trays and serving trays
- Upper drawers with inserts for cutlery and small items
Use IKEA’s own divider systems and boxes designed specifically for Metod. This way, everything stays organized and easily accessible.
Regarding the topic "How to optimize storage space in IKEA Metod tall cabinets with drawers?" I recommend a systematic approach because the options are quite diverse.
First of all, it is important to know the exact dimensions of your tall cabinets, as IKEA offers different heights (e.g., 40, 80, 120 cm (16, 31, 47 inches) versions). The drawer modules vary in height as well (e.g., 20, 40, 60 cm (8, 16, 24 inches)).
I would proceed as follows:
- Use as many shallow drawers as possible at the heights suitable for smaller items, for example, 10–20 cm (4–8 inches) high. These are excellent for cutlery, kitchen utensils, or small kitchen appliances.
- For large items (pots, big appliances), drawers with 40 or 60 cm (16 or 24 inches) height are appropriate. These should be used sparingly and preferably in the lower sections, as they can become disorganized quickly.
- When planning, make sure to combine drawer fronts with internal pull-outs. These usually offer better handling than open drawers.
- It is also worth using custom-made internal pull-outs or dividers made of wood or metal to divide the drawer space into sections.
- IKEA also offers hanging baskets or small inserts for Metod drawers that help to organize the space more efficiently according to your needs.
Finally, an important question for you: Should the drawers be used purely for storage, or should functional uses (e.g., cooking zone, waste sorting) also be incorporated? Depending on the use, the internal fittings can be optimized more precisely.
First of all, it is important to know the exact dimensions of your tall cabinets, as IKEA offers different heights (e.g., 40, 80, 120 cm (16, 31, 47 inches) versions). The drawer modules vary in height as well (e.g., 20, 40, 60 cm (8, 16, 24 inches)).
I would proceed as follows:
- Use as many shallow drawers as possible at the heights suitable for smaller items, for example, 10–20 cm (4–8 inches) high. These are excellent for cutlery, kitchen utensils, or small kitchen appliances.
- For large items (pots, big appliances), drawers with 40 or 60 cm (16 or 24 inches) height are appropriate. These should be used sparingly and preferably in the lower sections, as they can become disorganized quickly.
- When planning, make sure to combine drawer fronts with internal pull-outs. These usually offer better handling than open drawers.
- It is also worth using custom-made internal pull-outs or dividers made of wood or metal to divide the drawer space into sections.
- IKEA also offers hanging baskets or small inserts for Metod drawers that help to organize the space more efficiently according to your needs.
Finally, an important question for you: Should the drawers be used purely for storage, or should functional uses (e.g., cooking zone, waste sorting) also be incorporated? Depending on the use, the internal fittings can be optimized more precisely.
Laukau5 schrieb:
Additionally, using custom-made internal drawers or dividers made of wood or metal is worthwhile to divide the space within the drawer into sections.An important addition: IKEA Metod tall cabinets feature a modular grid size of 20cm (8 inches) per drawer height, which means you can plan different drawer combinations very flexibly. For optimizing storage space, I recommend:
- Minimizing wasted height in the lower areas (avoiding drawers that are too tall and hard to access)
- Using drawer containers matching the grid size, equipped with adjustable dividers
- Using non-slip mats on the drawer bottoms to secure small items
- For tall items, the interior of tall cabinets can be supplemented with pull-out shelves
Overall, precise planning of the contents is essential, as the Metod system dimensions serve as the basis for most organizing accessories. Custom-made inserts should generally be avoided since there are many IKEA accessories already designed to fit perfectly.
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