You'll find yourself reaching for these versatile strainers for an array of prep tasks, from washing berries and straining juice to draining pasta and sprinkling powdered sugar. They're made with fine mesh for superior draining and straining, with OXO's signature nonslip handles and double-rod construction for lasting durability.

Stainless-steel double rod construction.
Soft, nonslip handles.
Dishwasher safe.
Made in China.

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Oxo Mesh Strainer

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Colanders & Strainers

We've combined beauty and functionality in our signature stainless-steel colander, which is plated with the warmth of polished copper. Great for everything from rinsing veggies and fruit to draining freshly cooked pasta, this versatile kitchen essential is also ideal for straining smaller ingredients like dried grains and beans.

Made of 18/8 stainless steel with polished copper plating.
Handles are riveted for maximum durability and provide great leverage for shaking off excess water.
Designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Hand-wash.

Williams Sonoma Copper Colander

The enameled finish of our steel colanders brings a pop of color to everyday food prep. Styled after vintage enamelware colanders, they're just right for small jobs like rinsing fruit and vegetables or big jobs like draining a pot of pasta.

Sturdy steel construction with stainless-steel trim and chrome-plated handles.
Colorful powder-coat enameled finish will not flake or discolor.
Wide base adds stability and prevents toppling.

Enameled Colander

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Whether you're draining a big batch of pasta or rinsing a few fresh strawberries, you can rely on this colander for first-rate performance. Larger holes at the top and smaller ones at the bottom promote quick draining.

Crafted by All-Clad, a premier maker of professional-quality kitchenware.
Made of 18/10 stainless steel for a lifetime of service.
Graduated holes encourage fast drainage.
Pedestal base provides excellent stability.
All-Clad's signature handles ensure a secure grip.
Brushed interior, polished exterior.
Top-rack dishwasher safe.
Sold individually or in a set of three, one of each size.

All-clad Stainless-steel Colanders

The ultimate set for every home, these OXO bowls, colanders and lids are designed to nest for compact storage. Prep, mix and serve everything from fruit salad to vegetable dishes, then use the clear flat lids to securely seal and store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Set includes three bowls, three colanders and three lids.
All parts nest for convenient storage.
Colanders fit perfectly in bowls for no-mess straining.
Wave-shaped bases permit optimal water flow and stability.
Wide nonslip bottoms stabilize bowls while mixing.

Oxo 9-piece Bowl And Colander Set

Life in the kitchen is easier when you use the right tool for the task. There's nothing like gently steaming vegetables to retain their bright flavor and nutritional content. Our steamer basket holds food above the water level so it steams to perfection. Stainless-steel construction makes it sturdy and durable.

Part of our exclusive Open Kitchen collection, designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Includes handle for lowering into and lifting out of pot. 
Collapses for easy storage.
Made of durable stainless steel.
Dishwasher safe.

Open Kitchen By Williams Sonoma Vegetable Steamer, 24cm

Saikai’s simple and elegant stainless steel strainer is ideal for steeping tea. The handle has a subtle dappled texture.
Materials: stainless steel Dimensions: Length: 6" Diameter: 3"

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Stainless Steel Strainer

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What sets this stainless-steel steaming basket apart from others is its innovative design: a pop-up handle provides an extended reach for safe and easy removal, and then presses down and locks for compact storage.

Extendable, telescoping, stay-cool handle allows for safe and easy insertion and removal from even the deepest pots; locks down for compact storage.
Holes in handle allow the basket to be lifted with a fork.
Handle may be removed completely for steaming large items like fish fillets.
Fold-out feet keep steamer 1 3/4" above water and fold down for storage.
Fits pots 8" diam. or larger.
Dishwasher safe.

Oxo Stainless Steel Steamer With Extendable Handle.

Bring the warm, lustrous beauty of copper to everyday meals and special occasions. Crafted of strong stainless steel with a copper-plated finish, our skimmer's shallow perforated head lets you easily remove foods from boiling water or oil.

Heavy-gauge stainless steel with copper plating.
Hand finished for exceptional luster and shine.
Long handle protects hands from heat.
Hole in handle for hanging storage.
Designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Dishwasher safe.

Copper Skimmer

Life in the kitchen is easier when you use the right tool for the task. Equipped with a long handle to keep your hands away from the heat, our sturdy skimmer has a shallow, perforated head that's ideal for removing hot foods from boiling water or oil.

Part of our exclusive Open Kitchen collection, designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Loop handle provides a comfortable grip and easy hanging storage.
Made of durable stainless steel.
Dishwasher safe.

Open Kitchen By Williams Sonoma Stainless-steel Skimmer

Popular with Japanese restaurant cooks, these strainers feature a shallow ovoid shape ideal for blanching batches of vegetables in quick succession, scooping noodles from a pot of boiling water and transferring cooked foods to a pan or serving dish.

Set includes three dishwasher-safe 18/10 stainless-steel strainers in graduated sizes.
Durable stainless-steel mesh holds its shape and is dishwasher safe.
U-shaped handles double as hanging loops.
A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

Oval Scooping Strainers, Set Of 3

Styled after vintage enamelware colanders, our steel strainers are perfect for everyday food prep. From rinsing fruit and vegetables to draining pots of pasta, these colanders get the job done with ease. The set of two includes 1-qt. and 5-qt. sizes, both with chrome-plated handles and wide, stable bases.

Set of two, one of each size.
Sturdy steel construction with stainless-steel trim and chrome-plated handles.
Enameled powder-coat finish will not flake or discolor.
Wide base adds stability and prevents tipping.

Enamel Colanders, Set Of 2

Strain directly from your pot or pan with this clever little gadget. Our durable strainer clips on to the cookware's rim for fast, easy draining of pastas, veggies, meat and more without the hassle of pulling out a bulky colander.

Convenient tool lets you drain foods right in a pot or pan.
Ideal for everything from pasta and beans to fresh vegetables.
Closed spaced holes ensure rapid, efficient draining.
Made of nonstick, heat resistant silicone.
Compact storage.
BPA-free.
Dishwasher safe.

Williams Sonoma Nylon Pot Strainer

Fill these cotton mesh bags with your favorite herbs and ingredients for flavoring stocks and soups. The finely woven material holds delicate herbs or expands to accommodate everything from bones to chopped vegetables. When cooking is complete, simply remove the bag – no need for straining!

Made of strong, 100% fine cotton mesh.
Large size accommodates all sorts of flavoring ingredients, from bones and whole vegetables to herb leaves.
Will not impart odors or flavors into soups or stocks.
Mess-free cooking – no need for straining.
Set of three.
Made in the USA.

Natural Cotton Soup Sock™, Set Of 3

Drain canned goods properly with this clever strainer—no more using a jagged can lid or dirtying a large colander. The reversible strainer fits the openings of most jars and cans and can be used to press the liquid out of a variety of foods. Use the built-in scraping tool to get every last delicious kalamata olive, chickpea or pineapple chunk. The handy gadget cleans up easily in the dishwasher and stores compactly in your utensil drawer next to your can opener.

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Tovolo Can-do Strainer

Ideal for everything from delicate berries to freshly cooked pasta, our stainless-steel colander features perforations that are small enough to quickly drain and strain ingredients like rice and beans. Low, flat handles offer great leverage for shaking out excess water, and the polished gunmetal finish lends any kitchen modern style.

Made of 18/8 stainless steel for durable service.
Low riveted handles ensure secure grip.
Designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.

Williams Sonoma Gunmetal Colander 5-qt.

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We designed and developed our exclusive line of stainless-steel kitchen tools by drawing upon more than fifty years of culinary experience. These professional-quality utensils are crafted of heavy-gauge stainless steel and ergonomically shaped for excellent balance and control—for a difference you can really feel in the hand. Our skimmer features a fine-mesh head for effectively removing the smallest particles from soups and stocks as well as lifting foods from hot oil or boiling water.

Designed and developed by Williams Sonoma, and exclusively ours.
Made of nonreactive 18/10 stainless steel with a polished finish.
Weighted, ergonomic handle offers optimal balance, comfort and feel.
Dishwasher safe.
Fine Mesh Skimmer: 5 1/2" diam., 15 1/4" long.
Made in China.

Williams Sonoma Signature Stainless Steel 5 1/2" Mesh Skimmer

An essential tool for preparing Asian recipes from noodles to dumplings, this spider-style strainer with its extra-deep basket also comes in handy for blanching vegetables, deep frying and more. The lightweight design makes it easy to handle when scooping foods out of hot oil or boiling water. The stay-cool wood handle has a hook at the end for suspending the basket inside a pot during cooking or for hanging storage when not in use.

Ideal for cooking, reheating and draining noodles, pasta, dumplings, blanched vegetables, deep-fried foods and more.
Nonreactive stainless-steel mesh construction with wire frame and solid wood handle.
Deep basket designed to hold foods safely and securely for removal and transfer.
Long stay-cool handle keeps hands safely away from heat.

Noodle Straining Basket

When you're making savory gravies and sauces, you'll love the ease and convenience of this ingenious fat separator. The key to its efficiency is a design that filters roasting-pan drippings, separating out the fat and then allowing you to dispense healthy, flavorful meat juices with a single press of a lever.

Super-efficient tool quickly separates fat from drippings, creating a healthy foundation for sauces and gravies.
Just add pan drippings, let fat rise to the top, then press the lever to dispense the pure meat juices through the bottom of the cup.
An integrated strainer removes any solids as you pour drippings into the separator, filtering out bits of meat, vegetables and herbs.
Unique lever system lets you dispense meat juices with one-handed ease.
Fat separator quickly comes apart for easy cleaning.
Made of ultra-durable Tritan® that's both heat-resistant and BPA-free.

Cuisipro Fat Separator, 4-cup

Designed to rinse and soak rice before cooking, this specialized bowl helps ensure fluffy, fragrant results. The flat base stabilizes the bowl during soaking, and the perforated side strainer keeps rice grains in while filtering out starch and unwanted particles. When you're done soaking, just tip the bowl to the side to drain out the water. The rice washer also comes in handy for cleaning and soaking dried beans and grains and rinsing produce to remove any lingering dirt and pesticides.

3-qt. cap.
Designed to rinse and soak rice, as well as legumes, grains, fruits and vegetables.
To rinse rice, pour in desired amount of grains, cover with water, stir vigorously while adding water until it runs clear.
Made from lightweight, durable stainless steel that's easy to lift and handle.
Flat, solid base stabilizes bowl for soaking, while angled side and perforations help drain water and remove debris.
Dishwasher safe.

Stainless-steel Rice Colander

Life in the kitchen is easier when you use the right tool for the task. Equipped with a durable, heat-resistant handle, our sturdy skimmer has a perforated nylon head that quickly removes even the tiniest particles from soups and stocks. It's also useful for lifting foods from hot oil or boiling water.

Part of our exclusive Open Kitchen collection, designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Heat-resistant, BPA-free nylon head fitted with a durable stainless-steel handle.
Loop handle provides a comfortable grip and easy hanging storage.
Heat resistant up to 400°F.
Dishwasher safe.

Open Kitchen By Williams Sonoma Nylon Skimmer

Use OXO's versatile silicone steamer in a pressure cooker, Instant Pot or stovetop pan – its flexible pleated design fits pots of nearly any size. Long side handles simplify lifting and lowering the steamer while keeping foods neatly contained inside.

Pleated silicone design fits inside pressure cookers, Instant Pots and stovetop pans 7" diam. and larger.
Generous capacity and flat bottom hold even larger items such as asparagus spears and fish filets.
High walls and elevated feet keep food away from boiling water.
Handles fold inward and lock in place to accommodate a range of pressure cooker sizes and pot lids.
Flexible silicone rolls up for compact storage.

Oxo Silicone Pressure Cooker Steamer Accessory

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Copper Colander

Life in the kitchen is easier when you use the right tool for the task. Designed to fit securely over a pot or work bowl, this hardworking tool is great for straining everything from stocks and soups to sauces. The fine mesh makes it equally handy for draining blanched veggies or sifting flour.

Part of our exclusive Open Kitchen collection, designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Made of durable stainless steel.
Loop handle provides a comfortable grip and easy hanging storage.
Dishwasher safe.

Open Kitchen By Williams Sonoma Large Strainer

Straining liquid from cans is a breeze with this well-designed tool. Just place it on top of an opened can, push to insert, then pour. The strainer comes with a handy snap-on tool for scraping every morsel of food from the can.  

Durable nylon and silicone construction.
Simplifies straining liquids from cans.
Versatile design fits most standard cans (up to 4" diam.).
Snap-on scraper helps remove all contents of the can, reducing waste.
Dishwasher safe.

We believe in stylish, hardworking tools that make prepping and cooking easy. Our fast-draining colanders are sized for everything from fruit and vegetables to pasta, and feature perforations that are small enough for straining ingredients like rice and beans. Low, flat handles offer great leverage for removing water.

Available as a set of three or sold individually.
Made of BPA-free plastic.
Designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Dishwasher safe.

Williams Sonoma Plastic Colanders

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Life in the kitchen is easier when you use the right tool for the task. The perfect size for transferring olive oil into a bottle or filling jars with spices, these stainless-steel funnels each feature a small neck to fit into narrow containers.

Part of our exclusive Open Kitchen collection, designed and developed by Williams Sonoma.
Made of durable stainless steel.
Set of three includes storage ring to keep funnels together.
Dishwasher safe.

Open Kitchen By Williams Sonoma Funnels, Set Of 3

Perfect for rinsing grains, berries and legumes, this stainless-steel strainer features fine holes so water can pass through but food is contained. The rounded bottom is ideal for placing over large pots or bowls while straining while the long handle allows easy access to the faucet.

Williams Sonoma Stainless-steel Handheld Strainer

We designed and developed our exclusive line of stainless-steel kitchen tools by drawing upon more than fifty years of culinary experience. These professional-quality utensils are crafted of heavy-gauge stainless steel and ergonomically shaped for excellent balance and control—for a difference you can really feel in the hand. Our spider skimmer features hand-tied wire mesh for ultimate durability while tossing, scooping and lifting foods. Use it for deep-frying, sautéing, stir-frying and wok cooking.

Designed and developed by Williams Sonoma, and exclusively ours.
Made of nonreactive 18/10 stainless steel with a polished finish.
Wire mesh is hand tied for durability and strength.
Weighted, ergonomic handle offers optimal balance, comfort and feel.
Dishwasher safe.
Large skimmer: 7" diam., 17 1/4" long.
Small skimmer: 5" diam., 15 1/4" long.
Made in China.

Williams Sonoma Signature Stainless Steel Spider Strainer

Make perfectly smooth sauces and clear broths with this conical bouillon strainer. Simply place it over a pot, pour in stock and watch as skin, seeds and vegetables are separated out, leaving you with just the flavorful liquid. The pot hook frees hands to pour and use pestles or ladles.

Designed to remove skin, seeds, vegetables and bones from broths, soups and sauces.
Long handle and hook allow strainer to rest over a pot or bowl, leaving hands free to pour and press liquids through with a pestle, whisk or ladle.
Durable stainless-steel construction.
Made in Italy.

Paderno Bouillon Strainer

Featuring heavy-duty stainless-steel construction, these strainers will perform long and hard in the busiest kitchens. Designed to position securely over bowls and pots, the strainers are fitted with ergonomically shaped All-Clad handles to make them comfortable to lift and hold.

Set includes three strainers in graduated sizes.
Crafted by All-Clad, a premier maker of professional-quality kitchenware.
Made of 18/10 stainless steel for a lifetime of service.
Fine mesh makes them handy for draining pasta or vegetables, straining stocks and sauces, sifting dry ingredients, dusting desserts with powdered sugar and more.
All-Clad's signature handles ensure a secure grip.
Dishwasher safe.
A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

All-clad 3-piece Stainless-steel Strainer Set

Because preparing food in the sizzling heat of a wok requires specialized utensils, our wok tools are hand made by expert craftsmen in a small Chinese village. This woven wire skimmer, also known as a spider, is the tool of choice for draining dumplings, wontons, ravioli or blanched vegetables from boiling water. It's also essential in retaining crispiness when deep-fried foods that need to be removed from hot oil.

Large round strainer for lifting and draining foods from hot oil or liquid.
Hand woven of stainless-steel wire.
Long bamboo handle keeps your hand away from high heat and splatters.
Ideal for use with our hammered carbon steel woks.

Wok Skimmer

An all-over perforated design allows for fast straining of even the smallest foods without losing anything to the sink. Five nonslip feet sit securely while elevating the base to allow thorough draining.

All-over perforated design for fast and thorough straining.
Nonslip feet elevate colanders and provide stability.
Soft, nonslip handles offer a firm, comfortable grip.
Colanders nest for easy straining and storage.