ᐅ What storage solutions work best in Ikea Besta drawers?

Created on: 5 Jun 2023 08:37
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tarthierry
Hello everyone, I’m currently planning a new storage system for my IKEA Besta drawers and wondering which storage solutions—especially organizers like inserts, boxes, or dividers—work best and actually fit. The drawers are usually 40 cm wide (16 inches), and I want to neatly organize both small items like office supplies and medium-sized accessories. Which materials or product lines have proven reliable? Are flexible systems with adjustable dimensions recommended, or should I go for fixed inserts? I look forward to your experiences, tips, and specific recommendations that help make the best use of the available space and keep the drawers organized over the long term. Thanks in advance!
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tarthierry
6 Jun 2023 11:17
Interesting tips, thanks!
noge58 schrieb:
The right feel for the perfect combination comes with time!
That sounds very encouraging, as I have never planned such a system for drawers before.
fiman schrieb:
Flexible partitions made of wood or plastic are also practical if the usage changes.
Would you recommend wood here, which might appear a bit more high-quality, or plastic, because it is easier to clean and more flexible? Also, I am looking for a solution where the partitions can be fixed securely but are also easy to remove for occasional rearranging. Does anyone have practical experience with this?
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Layla
7 Jun 2023 09:33
I would recommend plastic, especially if the drawers are used for different purposes. It is more flexible and much easier to maintain. Also, you don’t have to be as careful with the dividers if you reorganize frequently. It can also help to use small non-slip pads to keep the inserts in place. I completely understand your concern; I know the feeling of constantly wanting to reorganize. How often do you expect to rearrange them each month?