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Calphalon 18-by-36-Inch Oval Pot Rack

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This Calphalon 18x36-inch Anodized Aluminum Oval Pot Rack adds style and functionality to a kitchen when it is filled with matching Calphalon pots and pans, other cooking accessories, and equipment. However, even though this rack is mounted close to the ceiling, it would be difficult to walk underneath it without hitting one's head on something hanging from it unless ceilings are high.

When this rack is mounted from the ceiling, using the included chains, it helps to use a Zircon studfinder to locate ceiling studs, which are usually 16 inches apart. Next, one can use an electric drill to make starter holes, and then install large eyebolts or screw hooks into the studs. Either 2 or 4 eyebolts or screw hooks can be used, depending on how heavy the items on the rack will be. (There are other ways to accomplish this task, but I am only saying how I did it!) Then one can hang the chains on the hooks or use large "s" hooks to connect the chains to the eyebolts. The pot rack should be hanging level at this point.

Now one can begin to add Calphalon pots, pans, accessories, and other items to the pot rack. First, I placed hanging hooks evenly around it. (I used more single, double, and spacesaver hooks added to the 6 single and 2 double hooks that come with this rack.) Next, I placed cookware on it one item at a time, alternating ends, so that it stayed balanced, and I was careful not to exceed the weight limits, as specified by Calphalon. I use my pot rack for French roasters and roasting racks, omelet pans, stockpots and steamer inserts, lots of long-handled utensils, a large old blackened wok, and antique French and Italian specialty items. I place things on top of the crossbeams of the rack, too, such as bamboo steamer inserts and top for the wok. Have fun with organizing this pot rack!

I must admit I was skeptical in owning a pot rack, how would it look with pots on it etc. But alas my lack of space and remodeling my kitchen allowed me to try this out. I looked for pot racks for a long time researching on the web. I find this to be a huge space saver, and it holds my heaviest Le Creuset, and cast iron skillets etc with no problems. Just use balancing principals, offset one side heavy pan opposite side heavy pan etc. Very easy. I had to buy extra chain to come down from my high ceiling and had a professional hang it for me so I have no worries of it coming down. He measured it so it would be within my reach. What a joy, and easy to get pots off and put them back on. The hooks hold well, which was another concern of mine. In no way is it an eye sore even with ugly beat up pans.
A purchase well spent. If you love to cook you'll want to buy extra hooks. Highly recommended.

Perfect way to keeping my pots not only handy but looking great. It hangs right under my kitchen sink and actually very out of the way. My husband set it up so that I have enough room to stand underneath and still at reach. I couldn't of made a better choice. Its the first thing you notice as you enter my kitchen. I have my Calphalon pots and pans nicely hanging as well as my stainless steel colanders. A great investment I had actually been shopping around for one for a while. Everything else was to big to small to expensive or just plain did not convince me. I'm glad I took my time on making the perfect choice. I highly recommend it! I also purchased a set of extra hooks that came in very handy. I just don't get tired of admiring how well it worked for my needs but also looks so gourmet! I was so tired of pilling up my pots and pans in the cupboards, worrying about them getting scratched. I have the non-stick Calphalon set and add ons. I also used to use my stove oven for extra storage. Very frustrating hauling them in and out when it came time to use the oven. I not only had a mess on my counters but less room to work on. I would have to pull out more than one to get to the one I needed. This way I just reach out and take down the one I need. Being under my sink I wash dry them and hang them right back up. My husband and I love working in our kitchen, we settle for nothing but the best for our cooking needs. What we have not only has to work well but look great and this addition was the Perfect choice. We absolutely love it! It's something that would work well for any size kitchen.

I wanted a potrack as a space saving device. I asked Santa for new pots (stainless with copper bottoms) and a rack to hang them from. Santa (my beloved husband) hung it over the bar. Not only is the rack, with pots beautiful, it is terribly convenient. My kitchen is now more user friendly than I knew a kitchen could be. Cooking is fun agian.

The Calphalon Oval Pot Rack is just perfect for mid-sized, or large, kitchens. The brushed aluminum styling is identical to that of the Calpahalon pots and pans and will complement them nicely. Once installed you will find that it is not only a classy addition to your kitchen, but also very practical. My only complaint about this pot rack is the absence of mounting hooks, which you will need to get at your local hardware store (I got mine at Lowe's Home Improvement.) You DO NOT need to have this rack professionally installed if you are willing to climb on a ladder and feel comfortable drilling holes into your kitchen ceiling. Installing this pot rack is quite easy, and should not take you more than 30 minutes. Assembly of the rack will take you 10 to 15 minutes (the rack comes in 4 or 5 parts.) It took me about 15 minutes to choose a location, find two suitable studs, drill two holes and screw in the two hooks. My recommendation is to get yourself a stud finder, if you don't already own one, and use that to find two studs to drill into. Also, if you buy this rack, make sure you buy additional pot hooks, because once you start hanging your pots, you will want to hang all of them, and this rack does not come with enough hooks!

I bought this item for my kitchen. It is an excellent product, I love it. Looks wonderful hanging from the ceiling and my kitchen is better organized.

i love my potrack. this is best i have ever seen and i have looked at lots before buying. it looks great even when you have it way over full like me. simple to install and will hold lots and lots of items conveniently and very reachable. i am handicapped and use a scooter and can reach everything. it is gread. much better than reaching down into cabinets and eliminates having to store items in the oven and get them out and put them back. highly recommend to everyone.

The Calphalon Oval Pot Rack is just perfect for mid-sized, or large, kitchens. The brushed aluminum styling is identical to that of the Calpahalon pots and pans and will complement them nicely. Once installed you will find that it is not only a classy addition to your kitchen, but also very practical. My only complaint about this pot rack is the absence of mounting hooks, which you will need to get at your local hardware store (I got mine at Lowe's Home Improvement.) You DO NOT need to have this rack professionally installed if you are willing to climb on a ladder and feel comfortable drilling holes into your kitchen ceiling. Installing this pot rack is quite easy, and should not take you more than 30 minutes. Assembly of the rack will take you 10 to 15 minutes (the rack comes in 4 or 5 parts.) It took me about 15 minutes to choose a location, find two suitable studs, drill two holes and screw in the two hooks. My recommendation is to get yourself a stud finder, if you don't already own one, and use that to find two studs to drill into. Also, if you buy this rack, make sure you buy additional pot hooks, because once you start hanging your pots, you will want to hang all of them, and this rack does not come with enough hooks!

My Aunt was getting married and someone had beat me to the punch in buying her the Calphalon Cookware set she desired. As I looked over her list I did not see a pot rack on it. I could not imagine getting such a lovely set of cookware and putting them in a cabinet. So I bought her one of these babies. She was thrilled. She had wanted a pot rack, but was not buying a house for about a year, so she was going to wait. House is bought and rack is up with lovley Calphalon pots and pans glistening from the ceiling. She loves it. I plan to get one myself, when I have the room. I already have many Calphalon pots and pans. The price is much better than what I have seen at the department stores.