simplehuman KT1087 Steel Frame Dishrack

by simplehuman

Product Features

• Solid steel frame with a fingerprint proof finish
• Natural bamboo knife block
• Flip-up tines for added storage
• Extendable drip-tray and cup holders

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 15 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001ARLV9G
• Item model number: KT1087
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #315,480 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen)

Product Description

The simplehuman steel frame dishrack has an elegant solid steel frame that matches the aesthetic of upscale kitchen appliances. A fingerprint-proof coating helps protect against smudges, and a natural bamboo knife block is gentle on sharp blades. Flip-up tines and flip-out cup holders provide multiple storage options. The drip tray, utensil holder, and inner wire frame are all dishwasher safe.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars simplehuman may have a new convert, February 9, 2009

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Gary A. Bloom (Cincinnati, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: simplehuman KT1087 Steel Frame Dishrack (Kitchen)

I first learned about simplehuman from a very useful blog called Kevin Kelly's Cool Tools (you can Google it if you want). From there I learned that simplehuman has almost a cult-like following of fans of their products.

After buying this dish rack, I just may become a convert to the Cult of Simplehuman. This is really the best dish rack I've ever owned. Even as I write that, I realize it sounds odd to enthuse about something as simple and banal as a dish rack, but simplehuman does such a good job with the design, it's one of those products that brings a small bit of delight to my daily routine. To my mind it's the perfect marriage of form and function.

I know it sounds weirdly obsessive but I spent a lot of time (okay, hours and hours) looking at dish racks online and in stores.

The first and most important criteria I had was an attractive style to liven up my kitchen. This particular model by simplehuman is literally the best looking dish rack I found. The stainless steel skirt that hides the dish rack wires is the perfect bit of flair. It's not gaudy or ornate and so doesn't draw undue attention to itself. But when you do look at it, it is pleasantly minimal with clean lines.

The next most important criteria for me, was a dish rack that functioned well (for example, the water drained off properly into the sink and did not pool under the rack.) And finally, I wanted a dish rack on the larger side, because I do all my dishes by hand (I don't have a dishwasher).

Frankly, I am extremely impressed with how well thought out the functionality of this dish rack is. None of the wires to hold dishes are too high, so it's both easy to stand up plates, and, if need be, lay down pots and bowls. There are cool pop-out wires for drying glasses on the outer side of the stainless steel skirt. When not in use those wires can pop back in flush with the skirt. That is such a thoughtful touch.

And the base under the rack actually drains the water effectively--no pooling under the rack. In the past I've tried rubber dish mats under a dish rack and so often the mats dip in middle so water pools, instead of draining into the sink. This is not a problem with this rack--water drains properly every time.

This is a large dish rack with plenty of room for pots and pans and dishes. But the stainless steel skirt makes it look more contained so it doesn't look overwhelming sitting on the counter.

I'm a fan of products that do their intended purpose with ease. This dish rack does that AND looks good in the process.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent design!, July 28, 2008

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J. Cobleigh (Ashland, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: simplehuman KT1087 Steel Frame Dishrack (Kitchen)

I've been very impressed with simplehuman's products so far and they seem to learn from past mistakes. The Stainless Steel Dish Rack has more height than their Flip-Top Dish Rack, so the Stainless Steel Dish Rack can work on a sink with a lip while the Flip-Top Dish Rack cannot. The design is very modular, so you can make it work with the space you have. Although it's expensive, I'd highly recommend this dish rack.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice modern design, July 27, 2008

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J. N. Valino - See all my reviews
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This review is from: simplehuman KT1087 Steel Frame Dishrack (Kitchen)

Certainly better than the usual metal racks. Because it stands on four metal legs (four plastic "socks" are included), water won't collect and sit under the rack. Just make sure that the plastic tray is set into the metal track, it should slide firmly but not too easy.

Overall, it does the job with a little bit of style.