Trivets & Spoon Rests

Trivets and Spoon Rests Protect Your Kitchen

Keep your tables and countertops safe and clean with stylish trivets and spoon rests. When cooking with pots and pans, place a trivet underneath to protect the tabletop from heat damage. Or, during summer barbecues, use one on the outdoor dining table underneath your grill cookware. They're must-have items for the experienced chef as well as college kitchen essentials, ideal for keeping spaces clean. Spoon rests, meanwhile, offer a place to rest your cooking utensils when not actively stirring, mixing or flipping your dish. Simply place one beside your cookware and lean your utensil on its surface so none of the cooking fluids get on the counter. Or, after stirring cream and sugar into your cup of joe, use a coffee spoon rest to keep both the table and spoon clean. One of the other benefits of kitchen trivets and spoon rests? They save clean-up time once the meal is finished.

Styles of Trivet and Spoon Rest

In addition to offering protection and cleanliness, trivets and spoon rests bring a stylish touch to the kitchen or dining room. Different colors and materials express your aesthetic, and also offer the opportunity to mesh with other kitchenware. For example, place your white baking dish on a monochromatic trivet for minimalist appeal. Or, play around with brighter colors for an eclectic vibe. Material-wise, ceramic spoon rests and trivets give the space a smooth and natural feeling. Ceramic is a classic material that is perfect for kitchens with a rustic or traditional design. Wood trivets, meanwhile, have a timeless image and bring warmth to the dinner table. For a modern, durable look, find a spoon rest made of a metallic material, such as stainless steel or copper. Be sure to keep a kitchen towel on hand to wipe up any stray droplets of sauce or broth.

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