There's Simply No Need To Throw Utensils In A Drawer — Amazon Has A Better Countertop Solution

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You probably have a few utensils lying around in your drawers, their bulky shapes taking up way more space than necessary. Fighting with these ungainly tools is one reason people turn to countertop utensil holder. Though it does take up some countertop space, it frees your drawers for smaller, less frequently used kitchen items. Plus, while you are cooking, it's nice to have utensils you can just grab, instead of having to open a drawer and dig around for a specific one with dirty hands. The Wooden Utensil Holder for Kitchen Counter by Generic on Amazon offers a slightly different take on a countertop storage solution. It's made completely from real acacia wood and has a cube-like design.

What makes this utensil holder nice is that it helps organize a bit more than some other options. Many containers designed to sit on the counter are made with just one slot, meaning that you can't really organize and you still have to dig around in order to find the specific tool you want. However, this one comes with four different compartments, allowing for better organization. To help you get the utensils in the back, the tool spins fully around, with an anti-slip pad on the bottom to ensure everything stays in place. Both of these are features that make for some of the best utensil jars to keep on your countertop because they create a nicer cooking experience.

There aren't many reviews of this wooden utensil holder on Amazon, but the ones it does have are pretty positive. It has a rating of 4.7 out of 5, with the lowest scores being 3-star ratings at the time of writing. One of those reviewers mentioned that while it looks really nice, and is versatile, it isn't perfect. "The Lazy Susan feature is noticeably stiff, which takes away from the convenience it is supposed to offer... For the price point, I expected smoother rotation, so that part was disappointing. It works and looks good, but the stiffness makes it harder to fully recommend." At around $30, this utensil holder is priced higher than many similar countertop organizers. 

However, a majority of the reviews were positive. "I especially like the four separate compartments, which help keep different utensils sorted instead of everything being tossed together. The 360-degree rotating base is a nice feature as well — it makes grabbing what you need while cooking quick and convenient," came from one five-star review. Additional reviews mention that the holder feels sturdy, and stays in place, even as you spin it. It's also an attractive option, with pronounced wood grain that complements many kitchen styles. Another positive is how much it holds. Though utensil sizes vary, product photos suggest each compartment can comfortably hold around four to seven items.

While having the four compartments is nice, there is a downside. Because you can't easily reach all of the tools, you will have to spin it while cooking. Unfortunately, at some point, you're going to handle this with less-than-clean hands. Then, you will be left trying to figure out how to wash the wood without damaging it. 

Thankfully, this product isn't the hardest to clean. It is made from wood, though, which means you need to follow some specific cleaning guidelines. For one, it cannot soak in water. Instead, you have to wash it right away and dry it off thoroughly. To properly disinfect wooden kitchen utensils, and the containers that hold them, you need to wash them as soon as you can after use with hot water. Use a mild dish soap along with either the scrub side of a sponge or a soft-bristle brush. Then, wipe them down thoroughly with a dry cloth. 

It will also need to be oiled well when it starts to look dry, preferably with a mineral oil. Food oils like coconut and avocado are handy because you may already have them on hand, but they can eventually go rancid and leave wooden kitchen products with a funky smell. Let the oil sit on your utensil holder overnight, wipe it down with a towel in the morning, and then you can put your utensils back into the cubbies.