In many homes, kitchen space is at a premium, so homeowners and interior designers may recommend pot racks to save counter and cabinet space.
A pot rack is, essentially, a hanger for pots and pans. They can be made of wood, brass, chrome, copper or wrought iron, and come in a variety of designs, shapes and sizes. A pot rack is usually mounted from the ceiling or against a wall, and within these parameters, a homeowner can usually choose a design that will be attractive and efficient.
A pot rack has been an indespensible item in professional kitchens for many years, since they offer efficiency and ease of storage. Pots and pans may be scratched or warped by being stored on top of eachother; a pot rack eliminates this risk, since the utensils hang in their own space, by their own handles.
A pot rack, in its most basic form, will usually consist of some kind of rack with hooks or pegs attached to it. The pots are then placed on the hooks for storage. However, a pot rack may also feature a grid or other shelving unit attached to it, allowing a cook to place large pots, like Dutch ovens, on the rack; such pot racks can also be used for other kitchen utensils, or even as space for a household plant.
A pot rack may be mounted against the wall in smaller kitchens, or can hang from the ceiling over an island in a larger one. The main benefit is that they keep a cook's pots and pans easily accessible. The cook no longer has to rummage through a dark cabinet, or in the stove drawer, looking for a particular item. A pot rack even come with a light mounted on it, which may help illumine a dark kitchen.
A homeowner should always keep in mind that mounting a pot rack correctly is an essential part of the installation process. The racks may be heavy themselves, and the pots will add weight as well. So, the homeowner should make sure that wherever a pot rack is installed, that the wall or ceiling will be able to support the weight. If there is some question, the homeowner may want to contact a home building store for instructions and information about installing a pot rack correctly and safely.
A pot rack comes in as many prices ranges as designs. A smaller, wall mounted pot rack may cost as little as $50, whereas a larger, ceiling-mounted design can run as high as $1,000. It all depends on the construction materials, features and design. A homeowner can purchase pot racks at home interior stores, kitchen stores, in catalogs and online. A wise homeowner will consider several designs and price ranges in order to decide which one best meets his needs.
A pot rack is a functional piece of kitchen furniture that is used to hang or store cooking pots and pans. Steel, wood, wrought iron, and a few other metals are the most common types of materials used for pot racks. Pot racks also usually have some type of finish or stain to help them match pots and decor. In addition, pot racks can range in size from less than a foot to over fifteen feet long. These larger pot racks are capable of supporting dozens of pots and pans.
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[edit] Benefits
Pot racks deliver benefits and are often purchased for convenience, saving storage space, and for decorative value. Using a pot rack delivers convenience because a person is able to find the pots and pans quickly and easily when they are needed. Pot racks also save storage space by freeing up cabinet space and allowing pot racks to be stored on in previously unused space in the kitchen. Pot racks also provide decorative value and can enhance the overall scheme and visual appearance of the kitchen [1].[edit] Types
There are three basic categories of pot racks: hanging, wall mounted, and free standing.[edit] Hanging
Hanging pot racks are the most common type of pot racks. Hanging pot racks need to be installed into ceiling joists. They usually come with chains or extension hooks, or hanging links and ceiling screws. Hanging pot racks are normally sold with hooks that can be positioned on the rim or on the grid. Pots and pans can be hung directly from the grid or from the rim using these hooks. Grids can be many shapes, but the most common are rectangular, round, or oval.[edit] Wall Mounted
Wall Mounted pot racks are designed to hang on the wall to save space. Wall pot racks can appear like a horizontal bar or can look like a small hanging shelf. Some shelf pot racks come with a grid like hanging pot racks. Bar pot racks are just a strip of metal that attaches to wall studs in two places. Pots are hung on the knob that protrude from the bar. Wall pot racks are safely attached to screws that are drilled into wall studs, not plaster or drywall.[edit] Free Standing
Free standing pot racks are not attached to anything else, but instead sit directly on the ground. There are many different looks and styles for free standing pot racks. Some look like tall book shelves and have pots resting on the wood at various levels. Others stand freely, but contain hooks to hang the pot on. Most freestanding pot racks have the same design elements as other decorative furniture pieces.[edit] Installation
Hanging pot racks come in various heights. There are three measurements needed in order to install a hanging pot rack. First is the reaching height, or the height where it is comfortable for a person to reach. Most people want to hang a pot rack at a comfortable reaching height. This height is usually about one foot above the height of a person's head and this is where the pots should be located. The second measurement needed is the height of the ceiling. The third measurement is the height of the pot rack with the hooks. The height of the ceiling minus the reaching height is the required height of the pot rack and chains.Wall pot racks are safely attached to screws that are drilled into wall studs, not plaster or drywall. Otherwise, the weight of the pots and pans may dislodge the pot rack, damage your wall, or become a safety hazard.
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