How To Choose The Right Size Dish Rack For Your Kitchen

Imagine going to your favorite home furnishing store and finding the perfect dish rack. It's beautifully eye-catching and has all the bells and whistles you want. You purchase it immediately and head home, excited like a kid on Christmas morning. You can't wait to unbox it and get it onto your counter, only to find out that it's way too big. You didn't consider how high that second tier was, and your cabinets hang way too low for it to fit. Without doing an entire kitchen remodel, your beloved dish rack simply isn't going to work with the space you have.

If you want to avoid this nightmare, it's important to know all the things to consider when choosing the right size dish rack for your space. ​​There are plenty of ways to customize your kitchen dish rack for organized countertops. However, not all kitchens are created equal. You'll need to know just how much counter space you have available and whether or not you want the rack to sit right next to the sink or mounted on a wall. If you want a countertop dish rack, consider the vertical space between the counter and the bottom of any cabinets in the area. You also want to consider how many dishes you typically wash in a day in order to determine the size of dish rack you really need.

Once you've assessed your kitchen space and needs, it's time to decide on a location. Where you put the dish rack will determine what measurements you'll need. If you go with a standard countertop dish rack, be sure to measure the height of your space so that it can incorporate multi-tiered racks if that's your preference. You'll also want to measure the width and depth of your counter space to ensure a good fit. Write down all the measurements of your space to make sure they align with the size of the dish rack you're shopping for.

If you have limited counter space or only wash small batches of dishes at a time, you might want to consider an alternative to traditional, bulky dish drying racks. A removable dish drying mat or an over-the-sink option can save space between washing dishes. Maybe you have limited counter space, but still want a traditional dish rack. In that case, a tiered rack could be a good choice, as long as you have ample vertical space. If you have a large family and find yourself doing a lot of dishes throughout the day, you can say bye to your slimy traditional dish drainer with a cleaner alternative by choosing a wall-mounted dish rack. This will give you ample space to dry all your dishes without taking up any counter space.