The IKEA Organizer That Buyers Are Saying Is Great For Keeping Sink Essentials Tidy

IKEA has done it again, bringing consumers another clever IKEA tool to keep kitchen sink essentials in order. Or has it? Well, according to dozens of happy shoppers, the SKOLÄST sink container is the "perfect" solution for keeping things neat and tidy right in the sink. This muted sage green polypropylene basket fits snugly between the sides of the sink, creating a convenient spot to store small kitchen items. One reviewer even bragged that it "makes life so easy" in the kitchen because its one job is to sit inside your sink and keep everything organized. And honestly, that's something plenty of folks struggle with — finding a way to store brushes, soaps, sponges, and drying cloths all in one spot while keeping kitchen countertop clutter to a minimum.

The SKOLÄST sink container fits most sinks thanks to its adjustable design, which extends from 15 to 21 inches in length. Its handles rest on each side of the sink and feature anti-slip surfaces underneath, giving it a snug, secure grip. The basket measures just over 3 inches wide and 2 inches high, and it can hold up to 4.4 pounds. At the bottom, you'll find several small holes that allow excess water to drain from sponges and brushes instead of pooling around your sink, which might be what's happening in your kitchen right now. Its main purpose is to cut down on the clutter that tends to pile up around the sink by giving everything one tidy little home. The result is a cleaner, more organized space that looks put together.

Let's start with the price. The SKOLÄST sink container sells for only $6 and can hold multiple sponges, a small scrub brush, and a drying rag. You can slide it to the left, right, front, or back of the sink, depending on your setup, and it comes with a small extendable arm that attaches to the side. This flexibility makes it easy to work around. "Absolutely love this, keeps everything organized in a minimalistic way. Should have got it [a] long time ago," one reviewer shared, while another described it as a "very convenient product for [a] small kitchen sink." Others even found extra uses for it, like using it to dry recyclables after rinsing them, a key step in the recycling process that may attract bugs if you skip it.

However, not everyone was completely satisfied. One reviewer wished the rag bar (which can also hold cleaning gloves) could be attached to either side instead of just one. Another claimed, "The arm does not hold anything without tipping it over." On the other hand, plenty of customers found the rag arm sturdy and praised the container for being "very good quality." One thing to keep in mind, though, is that the SKOLÄST sink container does require regular cleaning and is hand-wash only. Since it holds wet items, mineral buildup and soap scum can accumulate over time if it's not cleaned regularly. So, will the SKOLÄST make your must-have list, or will you be skipping it?