Different types of spice racks and choosing the right one for your home

Like dish racks and cutlery trays, a good herb & spice rack can do wonders for keeping your kitchen spaces tidy and organised. As a food storage solution that holds your seasonings and other condiments, these handy items can help to fast-track your cooking time, save space and improve your kitchen aesthetic. The most common types of spice racks include:

• In-cabinet spice racks - These racks fit inside your kitchen cabinet and can simply be pulled out when you need spices from the back.

• In-drawer spice racks - Drawer inserts can fit into your kitchen drawers and often have sloped levels so that spices can lay at an angle with labels facing upright.

• Magnetic or wall-mounted spice racks - Wall-mounted spice racks attach to your kitchen wall while magnetic racks attach to the fridge or other magnetic surfaces to help save space in smaller kitchens..

• Free-standing spice racks - These racks can be popped onto kitchen pantry shelves or other surfaces. A rotating spice rack is a common type of free-standing spice rack.

• Countertop spice racks - A countertop spice rack is free-standing and can be placed on kitchen countertops and flat surfaces. They can be tiered or feature a revolving design for easy access.

Ensure capacity considerations and storage space available in your home

Before you buy your new spice rack organiser, consider how many spices, herbs and other condiments you have and where the spice rack is likely to fit in your kitchen. If you just use the basics, a small rack should suffice. The Davis & Waddell Romano 12pc Spice Jar Set with Rack is the perfect size to sit on countertops or shelves and spins on a Lazy Susan base to make finding your spices fast and easy. If you have limited pantry space but plenty of seasonings, you might prefer a tier rack that attaches to the wall or the pantry door to save space.

Level up your kitchen design with an aesthetic spice organiser feature

Spice racks and other food storage items aren't just functional - they can be stylish, too! With the right design and colour, you can tie your kitchen together and enhance its aesthetic beauty. For example, a bamboo or wooden spice rack will be right at home in a kitchen that favours softer shades and natural materials, while a shiny chrome rack will look stunning in a modern kitchen with other steel appliances.

Tips for storing your spices within a spice rack

Get the most out of your spice rack and spices by following these tips:

• Keep your spices in airtight containers to prevent moisture from getting inside.

• Make sure the lids are tight.

• Keep all your spices in a cool, dry and dark place to prevent them from losing freshness.

• Keep your spices only for the amount of time that is recommended by the expiry date.

Labelling options for the spice jars in your spice rack

Labelling the glass jars in your kitchen spice rack is a great way to easily identify each one when you need it. Write the names on stickers, use tape, paint them on or hang handwritten tags off each one and arrange in alphabetical order.

Compact spice rack options for a smaller space - from shelf spice racks to drawer inserts

If you're short on space, a spice hanger will help you to free up the shelves and countertops by being attached to a wall or behind the pantry door. The White Magic i-hook Spice Rack can be attached to any sealed flat surface and holds up to 8kg. The Joseph Joseph CupboardStore Under Shelf Spice Rack is also a wonderful space-saving option that can be fitted neatly under any kitchen shelf with a pull-out compartment that can hold up to 7 spice bottles. Another great option is the iDesign Linus Pantry Organiser with 2 tiers to hold small spice bottles and canisters.

Larger spice rack options when there is ample space for storage - 3 tier spice racks and more

When you have tons of spices and room to spare, go for a large spice rack to show them all off. Our tiered storage organizers are an effective way to store large amounts of seasonings while maximising vertical space. The D.Line 3 Tier Spice Rack Chrome is wall-mounted and holds 18 spice bottles comfortably. For even more capacity, go for a 4 tier rack by D.Line or Entree. Rotating spice racks look great sitting on pantry shelves or displayed on countertops. The impressive Avanti Rotating Spice Rack includes 20 pre-filled herb and spice bottles with a non-slip carousel base for easy identification and selection.

Brands we know and trust

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FAQs:

What does the spice rack look like? A spice rack is a useful storage organiser that you use to store your herbs and spices. You can find spice racks in different forms - There is the tier spice rack with multiple levels to maximise vertical space, rotating spice racks that feature a Lazy Susan-style turntable, wall-mounted shelves that are stackable, free-standing racks that sit on shelves and countertops and spice drawer inserts that fit inside kitchen drawers and are typically multi-levelled for spices to lay at an angle for easy selection.

What is a spice rack made of? Spice rack organisers can be made out of a range of different materials. The most common ones are plastic, metal, wood and bamboo. Plastic racks are affordable and durable, while stainless steel racks are tough, very hygienic and easy to clean with a sleek appearance that pairs well with modern decor. Plastic and metal racks are moisture-proof and can be expandable, making them a great kitchen storage solution when you have limited space. Bamboo and wooden spice racks are eco-friendly and possess a natural beauty. They're strong, stable and typically have a fixed capacity.