38 Especially Attractive Trivets

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 makesthe coastersthat 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 thewine loverin 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 largestDutch ovens. And since it’s heat-resistant up to 640 degrees Fahrenheit, the trivet won’t limit your pan sizeorheat aspirations.

This one, which is expandable, goes for both functionandstyle.

If you prefer a minimalistic look, try this duo of hand-forged trivets. They’re hammered with brass and pewter finishes, giving them an industrial but still warm look.

ICYMI: Many of the items in Zara’s home section areverygood — including this handsome rattan trivet.

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.

I might even call this one an objet d’art.

Have you considered a trivet tree? It’s functional and will tuck right into a corner of your kitchen counter.

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 Creusetmakesmanytrivets. 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 themore 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.

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 crunchyPetit Beurre cookiesthat were a staple of my childhood.

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.

Misen makes our favoritecarbon-steel frying pan, and it turns out the brand’s silicone racks are worthy of a shout-out, too. Heat-resistant up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, they’re safe to use both while cooking — as roasting racks — or after, as trivets.

Editor’s note: These trivets are currently only available for preorder.

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.

How sleek are these?

This acacia-wood pair would make an excellent gift for adinner-party host.

Did someone say waffles?

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 just very pretty.

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.

Our friends over at Grub Street say thatmartinis are only getting dirtier, but this one should keep your tabletops clean.

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, includinga bread basket,cake stand, andplatter.

A delicate butterfly-themed trivet from Lenox, just in time for spring.

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.

Just an intricate Sicilian-style trivet that looks right out ofWhite Lotusseason two.

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 eyeingthis deep green one adorned with floral accentsandthis dainty blue one that looks like it’s centuries old.