Modern kitchens have nothing to do with traditional kitchens, the days of having a fruit bowl with plastic lemons are gone, and now, the less there is on top of the countertops… the better. It looks cleaner, more space is sought… and it looks much clearer.
But the change is such that even the classic dish rack on the countertop is being left behind… and it is being replaced by a wall-mounted one. Why? You may ask. Because this way space is saved, and a lot!
Generations have been with us through the hard task of washing dishes, but it is time to pass the torch to more modern alternatives, that improve hygiene… and are more elegant.
Dish racks left behind
For years, having the dish rack next to the sink was normal, you just washed your dishes and left them on the counter to dry. But in small kitchens or apartments, it ended up being a nuisance, it takes up very valuable space on the counter, right where it is needed to cook or place other appliances!
Added to that is the moisture it leaves underneath: puddles, stains on the counter and a perfect environment for bacteria or mold to appear… And, even if the rest of the kitchen is spotless, a pile of dishes in sight always breaks the harmony and gives a feeling of disorder!!
The revolution of wall dish racks
Placing the dish rack above the sink changes everything and makes it look much nicer.
- You will have more free space because the counter is clear for preparing food or placing utensils (have you thought of buying an airfryer and had no space? Now you do). Even in very small kitchens, the feeling of spaciousness increases.
- Greater hygiene: many models include drainage systems that take the water directly to the sink or to a removable tray. No puddles or accumulated moisture!
- A design touch: made of stainless steel or with minimalist lines, they not only serve their function, they also decorate. Organization becomes part of the kitchen’s style.
How to choose the right model
It depends on the space and how many people use the kitchen. For one person or a couple, compact models are usually enough. On the other hand, families opt for multi-level structures where plates, glasses and cutlery fit, so nothing is left wet!
It is also important to choose the right mounting, some are installed with screws (for something more fixed) and others use strong adhesives, designed for those who live in rental places and do not want to drill holes in the wall!
More than an accessory
Think about it, a clear, clean kitchen… Being able to cook whatever you want without having to move hundreds of things from one place to another… We know that switching to a wall dish rack may seem strange to you, but we promise that everything becomes more sophisticated, more fluid and with less stress!
Visual order, minimalism… and peace of mind to be able to make your food every day!
Do you want a minimalist kitchen?
Here are some tips now that it is fashionable to have a kitchen with as little as possible visible!
- The first thing you should do is eliminate all those things you keep just for keeping (yes, those that you keep but will never use but you have “just in case”). Organize everything in drawers, floating shelves and airtight jars.
- Always opt for light colors like white, gray or light wood, combined with stainless steel (or even quartz) it gives a magazine look!
- Integrate the appliances into the kitchen furniture, that way you will not feel like you are in a kitchen, but in a much more sophisticated place!
The wall dish rack shows that sometimes the smallest changes have the greatest impact. It frees space, avoids moisture problems and adds style to the kitchen. Go for a more comfortable, practical and pleasant kitchen, are you going to try it?