Wood Pot Rack (Memory from a Prior House)
While I was rummaging through some digital photos, I ran across this picture of a pot rack I designed and built at our prior house. It brought back all kinds of nostalgia for me. So, bear with me for a moment while I remember why I loved it.
Functionality
Our prior house had a dearth of cabinet space. We were constantly digging through the backs of cabinets to find the right frying pan, spatula, or skillet. The pot rack put all of our kitchen tools in plain site.
Good Use of Space
It’s not completely evident from this picture, but our prior kitchen had an awkward corner in it with no cabinets. We found a relatively tall cabinet for the base, but the space above was wasted until I built the rack.
Low Cost
I made the frame out of maple hardwood and two 1″ oak dows. Total cost of wood and hardware was about $60. A good amount of that can be attributed to the chain. Professional racks can cost anywhere from $100-$600.
Strong
We actually climbed in the attic to put cross-beams over and between the joists. The rack easily supported me (220lbs.) and the pots together.
Good Looking
I guess some folks don’t like the idea of pots hanging in their kitchen space, but I thought it made the whole place look a little more like a professional kitchen.
What do you think? Do you like/dislike pot racks?
February 22nd, 2008 at 8:47 am
We LOVE our pot rack… it really helps unclutter a small kitchen. Makes it feel more open, too!
February 23rd, 2008 at 6:45 am
I agree with Jennifer! It’s a nice way to unclutter a small kitchen.
March 8th, 2008 at 7:21 pm
As a “look” I think pot racks are fine and I suppose pratical for some, but as an infrequent cook with a cat in the home, I’m afraid my pots would become dust and hair collectors. Sorry to be gross but guess you’re all better housekeepers (and cooks)than I.
March 8th, 2008 at 8:04 pm
why s: You do raise a good point. I suppose if you infrequently use your dishes this could be a problem. I am extremely allergic to cats, so we won’t ever have one around the house (someone of a shame because I don’t mind them otherwise). We frequently prep our own food, so we were using it all the time.