13️⃣ Best Air Fryer Paper Liners for Dual Zone Air Fryers (AF400 Compatible)

The Ninja Dual Zone AF400/AF400UK makes it easy to cook two foods at once, but baskets can get grimy fast after marinades, cheese, or fatty foods. Liners keep mess off the base so clean-up is quicker and less scrubbing-heavy.

Based on product listings and buyer feedback (not personal testing). More tips: Air Fryer Liners guide and air fryer accessories.

Why liners fly around (and what actually stops it)

In AF400-style square baskets, square liners usually sit flatter and catch more grease in the corners. Round liners can work for small batches, but may waste space and leave drippy corners uncovered.

Quick Comparison

Three common options for AF400-style baskets, with prices exactly as provided.

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Air fryer airflow: the reason paper lifts

Crisping depends on airflow. Use liners like a tidy tray, keep portions in a single layer, and turn/shake halfway. If your liner is solid, rely on the crisper plate so air can reach underneath.

Fixes that work: timing, weights, and better fit

For AF400 owners, the sweet spot is a liner that fits neatly, stays flat, and catches drips without blocking circulation. Used correctly, liners reduce cleaning time while keeping results crisp.

Add liner after preheat

Don’t preheat with paper inside. Add it with the food so it’s weighed down straight away.

Perforated vs solid liners for stability

For AF400 owners, the sweet spot is a liner that fits neatly, stays flat, and catches drips without blocking circulation. Used correctly, liners reduce cleaning time while keeping results crisp.

More airflow, more lift

Use listing details and dual-zone feedback to confirm it suits your basket shape.

Best habits for hassle-free cooking

For AF400 owners, the sweet spot is a liner that fits neatly, stays flat, and catches drips without blocking circulation. Used correctly, liners reduce cleaning time while keeping results crisp.

Avoid oversized rims

Use listing details and dual-zone feedback to confirm it suits your basket shape.

Three ways to stop liners lifting

Avoid empty preheats with paper inside, pick a size that sits flat, and arrange food so it holds corners down. These are the same fixes buyers mention when they update reviews after solving lifting problems.

Stop paper lifting in three steps

Quick wins:
• Add paper only when food goes in (no empty preheats).
• Keep edges down and avoid oversized liners with big folds.
• Turn/shake halfway so airflow stays strong.
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Mini buying checklist: if lifting is your problem, go for better fit and firmer rims. A liner that sits flat is far less likely to flap or drift.

Safe-use reminder: if paper keeps lifting, it’s almost always fit or timing. Add it with food, press it flat, and avoid oversized rims—problem solved in most kitchens.

Stability tip: if you shake food often, pick a liner that won’t slide—either a better-fitting paper bowl or a heavier silicone tray. Stability keeps airflow predictable and results more even.

Extra tip: add paper only after preheating, and arrange food so it pins corners down. That alone fixes most “flying liner” complaints.

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FAQ

Can I use toothpicks to hold the liner?

Not recommended—loose parts can become hazards. Better to weigh liners down with food or use silicone.

Does preheating cause liners to lift?

Yes if paper is inside and empty. Add paper only when food goes in.

Will a crisper plate stop lifting?

It can help hold the liner flatter depending on size and shape, but don’t block airflow underneath.

What’s the easiest no-fuss option?

Reusable silicone liners are the most stable because they’re heavier and won’t blow around.

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