I added this $46 foldable dish rack to my kitchen and it instantly doubled my sink space

Sleek grey kitchen cabinetry with a white countertop
(Image credit: Shutterstock)

As someone who loves interior style, I’ve always aimed for a kitchen that looks immaculate, stylish, and of course, clutter-free. And despite my best efforts to achieve a minimalist space, there’s one kitchen essential that I just couldn’t hide — my dish drying rack.

I've bought many dish racks over the years, but have never found the right size to fit all my dishware and pots without taking up a huge amount of countertop space. They've either been too bulky, too small, or a challenge to clean or maintain over time.

OXO Good Grips Aluminum Fold Flat Dish Drying Rack, 2-Tier
OXO Good Grips Aluminum Fold Flat Dish Drying Rack, 2-Tier: $46 at Amazon

This foldable dish drying rack can fold flat for lighter loads or into an upright 2-tier shape to accommodate more items. It also comes with a utensil holder and drainboard that are easy to maintain. Measuring just 16 x 14 x 9 inches, it's compact and can be stored away easily, making it perfect for small spaces.

Why I love the OXO fold flat dish drying rack

OXO Foldable dish drying rack flat

OXO Foldable dish drying rack flat (Image credit: Future)

The OXO Good Grips Aluminum Fold Flat Dish Drying Rack for $46 is a good mix of function and practicality. It has a collapsible design that allows it to convert from a one-tier (flat) to a two-tier rack in just seconds, and its compact size isn't much of an eyesore.

I found this handy to accommodate all of my dishware or pots when needed, and also cuts out visual clutter when flat. I also like the mini utensil holder that can be positioned flat or elevated, depending on your needs.

What's more, the rack is sturdy, with its stainless steel design, and it doesn't feel flimsy like some of the other metal racks I've previously owned.

OXO Foldable dish drying rack

OXO Foldable dish drying rack (Image credit: Future)

Perhaps the selling point for me is that you can literally fold it and store it away inside a cabinet or shelf, out of sight. The option of not having a drying rack permanently on my countertop is appealing, freeing up valuable space. Best of all, it's super easy to clean, and I simply wipe it down with a damp microfiber cloth to remove marks.

At just $46, this is a small price to pay for buying more countertop space. And I now have a clutter-free sink zone — which makes this worth every penny.


Google News

Follow Tom's Guide on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds.


More from Tom's Guide

Cynthia Lawrence
Content Editor, Homes

As the Homes Content Editor, Cynthia Lawrence covers all things homes, interior decorating, and garden-related. She has a wealth of editorial experience testing the latest, ‘must-have’ home appliances, writing buying guides and the handy ‘how to’ features. 


Her work has been published in various titles including, T3, Top Ten Reviews, Ideal Home, Real Homes, Livingetc. and House Beautiful, amongst many.


With a rather unhealthy obsession for all things homes and interiors, she also has an interior design blog for style inspiration and savvy storage solutions (get rid of that clutter!). When she’s not testing cool products, she’ll be searching online for more decor ideas to spruce up her family home or looking for a great bargain!


You must confirm your public display name before commenting

Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.