Dish Drying Racks

A dish drying rack is a specialized wall shelf above a sink or basin that provides effective drying for washed dishes, pans and utensils. The open grate construction allows water and steam to drain and evaporate freely, speeding up the drying process. Wall mounting frees up the work surface below the rack, allowing it to be used for other purposes. This model is a practical basic solution for any professional kitchen dishwashing area with good ventilation and drainage directly below the rack.

How a drying rack works

A dish drying rack is mounted directly above a sink or basin, providing a short path from washing to drying. Dishes are placed on the stainless steel grate, where dripping water falls directly back into the sink or basin. The grate construction ensures that air flows around the dishes from all sides, which speeds up drying compared to placing them on a solid surface. Dishes on the grate do not stand in their own puddles—dripping water drains away immediately through the mesh in the first few minutes. The rack height is adjustable to fit dishes, pans and other utensils of various sizes.

When it is needed

A dish drying rack is essential in any professional kitchen with manual washing. In manual washing areas—where staff wash dishes in a basin and need a drying space right next to it. In places where the dishwasher does not cover all types of dishes—delicate or special items are washed by hand. In patisseries and bakeries, where various moulds and tools must be dried after washing. At bars by the bar sink—glasses and cocktail accessories are washed manually. See also dish drying racks with drip tray if water collection is needed in areas without direct drainage.

HACCP compliance and hygiene

The design of a dish drying rack complies with HACCP principles in several ways. Dishes are stored and dried above the floor, preventing contact with the floor surface and dirt. The grate opening ensures that water does not remain on the rack—moisture accumulation is a precondition for bacterial growth, which this model prevents. Stainless steel is fully disinfectable with standard chemical agents. Wall mounting leaves the floor space below the rack available for regular cleaning. The grate rack is regularly disinfected along with the washing area—surfaces are rinsed with a hose, washing away any residue.

HoReCa applications

Dish drying racks are used across a very wide HoReCa range. In small cafés above the bar sink—espresso cups and milk jugs dry between orders. In restaurant manual washing areas—delicate dishes must be washed by hand and placed immediately to dry. At bars by the bar sink—glasses and cocktail accessories. In hotel breakfast rooms with a small number of manually washed dishes. The rack is part of the Wall Shelves range along with other models—often combined with a larger dishwasher.

Frequently asked questions

Is the rack suitable for all types of dishes? The grate rack is suitable for most dishes—plates, gastronorm containers, pans. Very small items such as tea spoons are best placed on a mesh drip tray to prevent them from falling through the gaps between the rack elements.

How to place dishes for more effective drying? Plates should be placed vertically between the grate elements, gastronorm containers—with the opening facing down. Pans and pots should be placed at an angle so that water drains freely. Avoid stacking dishes on top of each other, as this hinders drying and air circulation.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.