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Wall-mounted Spice Racks

Adding a spice rack to one of the kitchen walls is a great idea to get additional storage space. In this Buzzle article, we give you some information on the different types of spice racks that can be mounted on kitchen walls.

Spices are important for cooking any type of cuisine, and all households store spices. Storing spices the right way is very essential as improper storage will alter the flavor and aroma of spices. Storing spices in such a way that it is handy while cooking is most important in a kitchen. You can, no doubt, keep your spices in jars and bottles, and place them in the kitchen cabinet. But then it becomes difficult to find the right spice you need while cooking. The best thing to do is to invest in a spice rack, that is available in a variety of designs to suit your kitchen storage needs. Wall-mounted, revolving, hanging, and magnetic spice racks are available in a variety of sizes and price ranges. These help clear up precious countertop space and keep your kitchen looking neat and tidy. This is specially true if you are fond of Asian cooking, where a wide variety of spices are required. Choosing an Appropriate Spice Rack As mentioned earlier, wall-mounted spice racks are a very useful storage solution in a kitchen. These, as the name suggests, consist of a wooden or metal rack with glass or plastic jars, that is mounted on the wall, thereby freeing up valuable space. They are very useful as you can quickly find the spices you need while cooking. When you opt for a wall-mounted spice rack, a very important thing to keep in mind is to not install it very close to the stove top, as spices lose their flavor, aroma, and texture when they come in contact with heat. Wooden spice racks are very popular among homeowners because of their ease of installation and their aesthetic appeal. You can choose from different sizes to suit your cooking and storage needs. These are built from different types of wood, like pine, oak, rosewood, and walnut; you can choose one that goes with your kitchen decor. Although they are a bit expensive because of their superior craftsmanship, they are well worth the expense. Generally, wooden wall-mounted spice racks come with 3-5 shelves, more than sufficient to store all your spices. If wood is not your thing, or if your kitchen decor does not feature any wood, then you can choose a metal spice rack. These are exactly similar to their wooden counterparts, but are made of metal. If you do not want it to be visible, you can, as mentioned, build a cabinet for it, or you can even mount it on the back of kitchen cabinet doors, or the pantry door. If you are fond of, and do quite a bit of cooking, then you will probably need a large and sturdy spice rack that can easily hold 40-45 jars. In such cases, go for a wooden one, as they are sturdier than the metal ones. Wall-mounted spice racks are one of the best kitchen storage solutions for your spices, and you are sure to find one that appeals to you and goes with your kitchen décor.

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