This Expandable Shelf Is Nearly a One-Size-Fits-All Organization Solution

What’s the secret to keeping a kitchen clean, neat, and well-stocked? You’ve just got to keep things where they are easy to find and store. Easier said than done, right? Not if you have right organization tools.

There is no shortage of ways to tackle organizing your kitchen (entire sections of stores are devoted to this task, after all). There are so many options out there, committing to one organization system can be daunting, which is why we like this expendable shelf from Seville Classics. Not only is it guaranteed to fit into nearly any counter or surface, but you can also change it up and repurpose it again and again as your organization needs change.

Seville Classics Expandable Kitchen Counter and Cabinet Shelf, $15

Made from sturdy iron (and finished with a platinum powder-coat finish), the expandable shelf can nearly double in size — from 15.75 inches to 30 inches. The powder-coat finish makes it easy to clean and rust-resistant. Because the shelf expands without any hardware, you’re also free to adjust at any point to make it smaller (to make space for taller bottles and equipment) or larger as needed.

It can go under the sink to corral cleaning supplies, or in the freezer if you don’t have built-in shelves. And while we wouldn’t go as far to say this is the most design-forward shelf we’ve ever seen, the metal finish and simplistic design makes it great for countertops without being clunky or too utilitarian.

While this doesn’t require a ton of measuring or any installing, you will want to make sure your cabinets are deep enough. Lower cabinets shouldn’t be a problem, but upper cabinets can vary — just make sure that you have at least 9.5 inches before buying. Then get to organizing (and reorganizing) all those black holes in your shelves with zeal.