Much like place mats, trivets serve a purpose both practical and decorative. They act as the final resting place (other than your stomach) for whatever roast or braise you pored over for hours. And while their first job is to provide your pot with a landing pad and protect your tables from heat-induced damage, they can also add some color and texture to your dining scape. So, whether you’re the owner of a brand-new table, in the process of zhuzhing up your kitchen, or simply looking to replace an old trivet, you’ve come to the right place. I scoured the internet and rounded up trivets for all sorts of tastes, including one bona-fide cork option from Casafina and a few that are even expandable for larger dishes.
Update on December 11, 2024: Added some new trivets; updated prices and checked stock for all products.
Wool is heat- and stain-resistant, so this soft trivet is actually quite practical. And since the floral design on this one is laser-cut rather than hand-painted, it’ll add extra dimension to your table.
Graf Lantz makes the coasters that we recommend again and again, so it’s no surprise that the brand makes a number of appealing merino-wool trivets, too. This simple, circular one is heat resistant up to 300 degrees.
For a little extra flair, consider this scalloped one.
Moving from wool to cork, this trivet would make a great gift for the wine lover in your life. It’s crafted in Portugal and features a neat handle that makes it easy to move the trivet from the counter to the table.
Made of stainless steel, this adjustable trivet expands up to nearly 20 inches to support even your largest Dutch ovens. And since it’s heat-resistant up to 640 degrees Fahrenheit, the trivet won’t limit your pan size or heat aspirations.
This one, which is expandable, goes for both function and style.
If you’d rather an expandable acacia trivet, there’s this one from Zara Home. It doesn’t expand as wide as the Joseph Joseph, but it’ll certainly save room if you’re short on drawer space.
And if you have plenty of space, consider a trivet with feet. It’s best for your prized dish that deserves to stand above the rest.
Like all the pieces from Sin, the Brooklyn-based home-goods store run by designer Virginia Sin, this trivet is hand-crafted. This piece from the line features twisted stoneware coils.
Another trivet-slash-design piece worthy of leaving out on your table between meals.
Here’s a rectangular trivet dotted with ogling fish, which I find especially charming.
This one feels like it belongs in a country farmhouse (or an apartment decorated like one).
I imagine this grizzly-shaped trivet would be a welcome addition to any kitchens with a wee chef.
Unsurprisingly, Le Creuset makes many trivets. This one is crafted from the same enameled cast iron as its Dutch ovens and has a price tag to match. So if you’re not loyal to a matching set, you might consider the more affordable silicone trivet.
If you’re partial to Staub, the Dutch-oven competitor also makes its own trivet. This one is double coated and dainty despite being made of enameled cast iron.
A simple choice: This stainless-steel trivet makes cleanup easy.
I’m loyal to this Petit Beurre–themed trivet, which is still on the table of my family’s home. It’s modeled off the rich, buttery, and pleasantly crunchy Petit Beurre cookies that were a staple of my childhood.
This rustic trivet looks like it stepped out of the early 20th century and is accordingly sturdy. It’s made of solid iron and designed after a storm grate.
Consider this one if you like the ruggedness the iron will bring to your kitchen but would rather something less overtly old fashioned.
These are some of the more attractive trivets that you can find on Amazon and have been on our radar since 2018. They’re made of beechwood, which is durable enough to withstand daily use, and they’re a good value, too: For $10 you get a set of two.
I also discovered this trio of silicone trivets. If you’re looking for an attractive and affordable trivet set that’ll protect your surfaces, it’s hard to do better than this one.
This trivet looks like a pastry chef just funneled it out of their piping bag. The pleats do more than just look pretty, though — they facilitate airflow between hot food and surfaces, so you can put your hot dishes and pots on it without worry as long as they’re at 425 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Crate and Barrel makes a number of elegant trivets, including this slatted acacia one.
To match your marble counters, consider this sculptural trivet that’s actually hand-carved.
This one is magnetic, so it’ll stick to your pan or dutch oven if you can’t decide where to let it rest.
For those charmed by Mackenzie-Childs’s signature checker, there’s this pig-shaped trivet. The ceramic trivet is hand-painted, so each one will be unique.
For a true maximalist: a gold-plated trivet with a flight of butterflies. If you’re willing to splurge, Michael Aram makes a whole collection of butterfly-topped kitchenware, including a teapot, cake stand, and platter.
These trompe l’oeil tiles can be used to make one big trivet or six separate coasters.
But if you can’t handle the moving pieces, consider this geometric trivet. You’ll get the same cubic vibe without the fear of losing a tile.
My last pick from Crate and Barrel: this geometric acacia trivet, which is decidedly dainty.
Finally, these trivets are made to order by Italian ceramist Giovanna La Falce. While I’m drawn to this turquoise one that matches the color scheme of my kitchen, I’m also eyeing this deep green one adorned with floral accents and this dainty blue one that looks like it’s centuries old.
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