Wooden Ladder Pot Rack

This inexpensive, easy-to-build pot rack is a wonderful organizer and great addition to any kitchen, especially kitchens that suffer from limited cabinet or countertop space. Most busy cooks have one or more overhead racks in their kitchens to keep frequently used cooking utensils within reach. Overhead racks also give proud cooks an opportunity to show off gourmet pans and other high-end cooking equipment.

The project shown here is a ladder-style rack made with wood dowels, from which the pots are hung with pot hooks. For an interesting variation, try building the rack with a ladder made with 3/4" (or 1" if you can find it) metal electrical conduit. When sanded, the conduit has a matte finish similar to brushed aluminum or stainless steel.