I will forever be championing small space solutions. I have a penchant for simple products that are beautiful but mighty. The Roll Out Rack from Our Place falls under such a category. Released only a few weeks ago, it is IMHO the best accessory Our Place has launched. It appeals to small spaces, minimalist homeowners, college students and parents alike … really anyone wishing to simplify their life. The stylish design lends to a clean result, both literally and figuratively. And it is versatile. For all these reasons, Our Place’s Roll Out Rack is perfect for small kitchen spaces.

Quality

First and foremost, may I say that I’ve owned a roll out rack before. I first saw this invention in a friend’s kitchen in 2022. I hopped onto Amazon and bought one right away. It was a rollable metal-rod contraption that was light-weight, easy to use, and affordable. But it was cheap. The metal rusted, and aside from loving its functionality, I absolutely disliked it’s aesthetics and quality. Quality sets Our Place’s roll out rack apart from the rest of the products on the market.

Packaged in a sustainable box without the frills or plastic, the first thing I noticed was its heavy weight. This isn’t a flimsy kitchen accessory. While light-weightiness has its uses, I loved the feel of the roll out rack. Stainless steel rods were covered in velvety silicone, which prevents them from rusting. It is smooth and soft to the touch. I now my delicate ceramics are safe. It came with a pink silicone sponge and two very functional baskets which can be hung on the side of the rack. For anyone working in small kitchens, you can easily roll the rack away, stack the baskets, and tuck everything underneath the kitchen sink.

Function

Even with my previously cheap roll out rack from Amazon, I have loved this extremely functional innovation. I bought it primarily to serve as a drying rack over the sink. We use the dishwasher daily but don’t run it until night-time. Meaning more precious hand-held kitchen items needed a place to dry.

I spent years immediately drying them and putting them away, but for the sake of simplifying my life, I bought the roll out rack from Amazon when we were expecting Casey’s arrival. I was attracted to it for it’s small footprint and zero real estate. I have loved that the dishes drip over the sink, no puddles in sight! Unlike drying on kitchen towels, the design allows airflow and circulation preventing that mildewy smell. And it rolls up and stores away efficiently and nicely!

But the Roll Out Rack is more than a space-saving drying rack. It also is useful for rinsing fruits and vegetables. I dry the produce directly on the rack, saving on paper towels or linens. The Our Place baskets double as colanders for washing berries and cut up fruits.

I’ve also used roll out racks as trivets. We have a small island in the center of the kitchen where I can rest pots and pans in order to clear up stove or oven space. Using the rack as a trivet protects our beautiful countertop while creating the air circulation that allows the pots and pans to cool.

Lastly, I’ve used the roll out rack when I handwash kitchen rags or towels and need them to dry. If you use eco-conscious Swedish dishcloths or dish-washing gloves, you can also dry them on the rungs of the roll out rack.

Aesthetics

Here’s a big one. It fits my beige-house-aesthetic. It even matches our beloved and recently reviewed Beast Health Blender. Yes it only comes in one color. But all the better that it’s a neutral color that works with dark and light counter-tops. It is seriously so beautiful!

All in all, I would highly recommend Our Place’s roll-out-rack. It makes for a great housewarming or wedding gift. For only $50 a piece, it’s a great kitchen upgrade that is practical and beautiful. Some links in this post are affiliate links. As always, they will generate a small commission that supports this space should you choose to buy via my links. Thank you for supporting my small space.