If you are fitting a modular kitchen, a wicker pull-out basket is one of the smartest storage choices you can make. It slides out on channels like a drawer, so you can reach the back of a deep cabinet without bending and digging. The open weave also lets air move around onions, potatoes, garlic and ginger, which keeps them dry far longer than a sealed steel drawer would.
The catch is sizing. A pull-out basket that is a few millimetres too wide will jam against the cabinet sides, and one that is too small will rattle and waste space. This guide gives you the exact basket size for every common cabinet width, shows you how to measure your own cabinet in three minutes, and explains where a wicker pull out basket for kitchen cabinets beats a steel one. If your cabinet is an odd size, we make these to order too.
Quick answer: pull-out basket sizes by cabinet width
Cabinet widths in Indian modular kitchens are usually quoted by the carcass size, but the basket has to fit the internal opening, which is smaller. Use this as a starting point, then confirm with your own measurement before you buy.
| Cabinet width | Basket size | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 400mm | Around 12 to 14 inch wide basket | Narrow pull-outs for spices, garlic, ginger and small jars |
| 450mm | Around 15 to 16 inch wide basket | Onions, potatoes and everyday produce in a slim cabinet |
| 600mm | Around 20 to 21 inch wide basket | The most common pull-out size for fruit, vegetables and produce |
| 900mm | Around 32 to 33 inch wide basket, or two side-by-side units | Large pantry pull-outs and bulk produce storage |
A few notes on this table. The 600mm cabinet is by far the most common pull-out width in Indian modular kitchens, which is why a 20 to 21 inch wide basket is the size people search for most often. A pull out basket 600mm cabinet setup gives you generous room for a mixed week of vegetables without crowding. Very narrow 400mm cabinets are usually used as tall spice or bottle pull-outs, so a slim basket there keeps small jars upright and visible. For 900mm runs, many people prefer two separate baskets rather than one very wide tray, because two units are easier to slide and let you sort produce by type.
How to measure for a pull-out basket
You only need a measuring tape and two minutes. The single most important rule is that you measure the internal opening of the cabinet, not the outer carcass size that the kitchen quote mentions.
- Open the cabinet drawer or door fully so the whole opening is exposed and nothing blocks your tape.
- Measure the internal width from the inside of one cabinet wall to the inside of the other.
- Measure the internal depth from the front edge back to the rear wall, and the internal height from the channel base up to the shelf or top above.
- Subtract about 1 inch (roughly 25mm) from the internal width so the basket clears the side channels and slides without scraping.
- Check the channel clearance: the runners that the basket rides on take up a little space on each side, so leave room for them when you pick a size.
One mistake we see often is people ordering against the carcass size from their kitchen quote. A cabinet sold as 600mm does not have a 600mm internal opening. Once you take off the cabinet walls and the side channels, the usable space drops, sometimes by an inch or more on each side. That is why two measurements taken from the actual opening will always beat any number printed on a brochure. If your cabinet already has a wire pull-out fitted, you can measure that tray and order a wicker basket to match it almost exactly.
Our wicker baskets for pull-out cabinets
Each of these is handwoven in India and built to ride on standard kitchen channels. They are sized for the common cabinet widths above, and every one can be made to a custom size if your cabinet is unusual.
Wicker Pull Out Basket 16.5 x 20 Inch - Saira
A true pull-out shape sized for around 450mm cabinets, ideal for onions and potatoes with full airflow.
From Rs 3000
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Wicker Pull Out Basket 18 x 20 Inch - Shanvika
A roomy pull-out that suits mid-size cabinets and holds a full week of mixed produce.
From Rs 3299
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Wicker Basket 16 x 16 Inch - Swadhi
A compact square basket for narrower cabinets where you still want breathable storage.
From Rs 3299
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Wicker Basket 21 x 20 Inch - Sanika
Sized for the popular 600mm cabinet, this is the workhorse pull-out for fruit and vegetables.
From Rs 3299
Shop NowWicker vs steel pull-out
Both ride on the same channels, so the real difference is what they do for your food and your kitchen. Here is how they compare on the things that matter day to day.
- Airflow: wicker has an open weave, so onions, potatoes and garlic breathe and stay dry. Steel pull-outs are usually solid or finely perforated, which traps moisture and shortens shelf life.
- Strength and load: steel wins on raw load capacity and is the safer choice for very heavy bulk storage. A good wicker basket on a beechwood frame is plenty strong for everyday produce.
- Warmth and looks: wicker brings natural texture that softens an all-laminate kitchen, while steel reads cold and clinical.
- Cleaning: steel wipes down fast, while wicker needs an occasional brush and a dry wipe, but it never rusts.
- Quiet operation: wicker does not clang when you slide it or drop produce in, which is a small daily pleasure.
For most home kitchens the deciding factor is what you plan to store. If the cabinet holds onions, potatoes, garlic, ginger and fruit, the airflow from wicker keeps that produce fresher for noticeably longer, and the natural texture lifts the look of the whole kitchen. If the cabinet is meant for heavy tins, large utensils or bulk grain, a steel pull-out is the sturdier pick. Many of our customers run both in the same kitchen, with wicker on the produce cabinets and steel reserved for the heaviest loads.
No standard size fits? Custom-made
Plenty of Indian kitchens have non-standard cabinets, especially carpenter-built ones, and a stock basket simply will not fit. Because every Akway basket is handwoven, we can build one to your exact internal opening, complete with a beechwood frame and side-channel friendly dimensions so it slides cleanly. Send your internal width, depth and height to care@akway.in or reach us through our contact page and we will confirm the size, price and timeline before anything is made.
Frequently asked questions
What size pull-out basket fits a 600mm cabinet?
For a 600mm cabinet, a basket around 20 to 21 inch wide usually fits well once you allow for the side channels. Always measure your internal opening first and subtract about 1 inch from the internal width to be sure it slides freely.
How do I measure for a pull-out basket?
Open the cabinet fully and measure the internal width, depth and height of the opening, not the outer carcass. Subtract roughly 1 inch from the internal width for channel clearance, and buy for that figure.
Can I order a custom-size wicker basket?
Yes. Every basket is handwoven, so we can make one to your exact internal opening. Email your measurements to care@akway.in or use our contact page and we will confirm size, price and timeline.
Is a wicker pull-out better than steel?
For onions, potatoes, garlic and fresh produce, wicker is usually better because the open weave lets air circulate and keeps food dry. Steel handles heavier bulk loads, but it traps moisture and feels colder in a kitchen.
How much does a wicker pull-out basket cost?
Our wicker kitchen baskets start from around Rs 3000 and go up with size. Custom dimensions are quoted individually, so contact us with your measurements for an exact price.
