Kitchen Essentials: Trivets
Like spoon rests, fruit baskets and bread boxes, trivets are hardworking countertop essentials that can also be used to introduce a bit of your personal style into the most utilitarian space in your home, your kitchen. These items perform critical tasks, but since they're always on display, you'll want to think about how they fit into the overall look of your kitchen and dining area. Designed to protect your table and countertops, trivets for hot dishes are available in a wide variety of materials, styles and colors, so you'll have no trouble finding something that's perfect for your home.
The Options
Trivets perform a fairly simple function, acting as a barrier between hot dishes and your table or counter. If you're planning to bring a piping hot casserole dish to the table for a family-style meal, a beautiful trivet will add interest to your tablescape while also protecting it from scorch marks. Similarly, trivets protect granite and marble countertops from hot pots and pans. Williams Sonoma's collection of trivets includes simple wooden designs for everyday use as well as more ornate ceramic, marble and stoneware styles that are perfect for display and gift-giving. Here are just a few of the available options:
- Le Creuset Magnetic Wooden Trivet - Crafted from long-grain acacia wood, this 8-inch circular trivet features a central magnet that instantly attaches to the bottom of metal cookware. Three silicone rings allow heat to circulate around the pots and pans while providing a heat-resistant, cushioned base.
- Sicily Trivet - This durable glazed stoneware trivet features a floral medallion design inspired by the handcrafted pottery of Umbria, Italy, where this beautiful piece was made. Microwavable and oven- and dishwasher-safe, this boldly colored trivet makes a striking and practical addition to any table.
- Arabescato Marble with Brass Inlay Trivet - Available exclusively at Williams Sonoma, this elegant trivet is handcrafted of white Arabescato marble. Gold-tone brass detailing provides a striking contrast with the cool white marble. Natural variations in the marble make each piece unique.
More Functional Kitchen Decor
If you're in the mood to update the look of your kitchen and dining space, you'll find that a few simple changes can make a major impact. Something as simple as swapping out your kitchen linens might be all you need to make your kitchen feel fresh. Adding or replacing a kitchen mat can also make the space feel new and exciting, particularly if you use it to bring in a bold color or interesting texture.
If you're looking for a more dramatic change, installing open kitchen shelving will add storage while giving you plenty of space to display beautiful serving pieces, vases of fresh flowers, framed photos and more. Read on for more about a few of the practical and stylish kitchen items available at Williams Sonoma.
- Marseille Cushioned Kitchen Mats - Add color and pattern to your kitchen with this floral kitchen mat. Available exclusively at Williams Sonoma, the mat offers thick cushioning to ease the strain on your feet, legs and back as you stand in front of the sink or stove.
- Industrial Pipe 3-Tier Wall Shelf - Take advantage of vertical space with this bold shelving unit. The powder-coated black steel frame adds an industrial edge, which contrasts nicely with the warm wood tones of the MDF shelves, each of which holds up to 30 pounds.
- White Floral Towels - Perfect for spring and summer, these 100% cotton towels feature a cheerful pattern of roses, carnations and petunias rendered in soft shades of cornflower blue. These easy-care towels come in a set of two.