ᐅ Are there any practical tips for better organizing the drawers in IKEA BESTA units?

A very good point, noki32, modularity is really key when it comes to shallow drawers. Here is a practical approach:

- Use transparent plastic boxes in various sizes as basic units.

- For elongated items like cables, hooks or small cable ties that you can attach to the boxes are helpful.

- Separate the boxes with removable dividers so you can stay flexible whenever the contents change.

- When choosing the inserts, make sure they fit the drawer exactly to avoid wasting any space. A ruler for precise measuring is essential here.

- Finally: declutter regularly! Otherwise, your organization system will change faster than you can notice.

If you have any questions, I’m happy to help with specific measuring or material tips.

I have had good experiences with IKEA VARIERA boxes. They fit perfectly in Besta drawers and are stackable.

Additionally, I use small inserts from office supplies (e.g., pen holders) to separate small items.

Hey, I’m really into DIY organization!

Just cut custom inserts for the flat BESTA drawers out of sturdy cardboard, and cover them with foam rubber or fabric. It’s easy, affordable, and you can customize the compartments to your needs.

You can also add small magnetic strips to secure metal objects or screws. It makes searching much easier and looks pretty cool too. 😉

A proven solution is also flexible silicone inserts, which are easy to clean and arrange.

Those who frequently work with cables and small parts can save themselves from constantly untangling them.

praWarre69 schrieb:
Also, you can attach small magnetic strips to hold metal objects or screws in place.

+1 That’s practical and makes efficient use of space in shallow drawers.

Just make sure the magnetic strips aren’t too strong to avoid damaging the small parts.