Kitchen Spice Rack Designs: Pull-Out, Door-Mounted, Drawer and Tall Cabinet Units, Widths, Jar Fit, Materials, Indicative Rates and Layout Beside the Hob
A kitchen spice rack built into the cabinets keeps masalas in reach without cluttering the counter, and the best design depends on how much space you can give beside the hob. This page covers pull-out, door-mounted, drawer and tall cabinet units, widths, jar fit, materials, indicative rates and layout. For simple racks and wall types see spice racks, and for wider storage see kitchen organiser racks and kitchen rack design.
Built-in spice rack designs
- Slim pull-out cabinet. A 6 to 12 inch wide unit beside the hob with two to four shelves.
- Drawer insert. Tilted racks in a shallow drawer.
- Door-mounted racks. Shallow shelves on the inside of a cabinet door.
- Tall cabinet with spice shelves. A full-height unit for spices, oils and tins.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common figures for built-in spice storage.
| Design | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Door-mounted spice shelf set | PKR 1,500 - 5,000 |
| Drawer spice insert | PKR 1,500 - 5,000 |
| Slim pull-out spice cabinet, steel basket | PKR 6,000 - 20,000 |
| Tall pull-out pantry unit | PKR 15,000 - 60,000 |
| Matching spice jar set | PKR 800 - 4,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Widths and depth
A narrow pull-out of 6 to 9 inches suits oils and spice jars, and 12 inches gives more room. Check the depth, which should clear the hob and counter. A unit that is too deep sticks out, while a very shallow one holds few jars.
Jar fit
Measure your jars first. Tall jars need taller shelves, and wide jars need deeper shelves. Square or rectangular jars use space better than round ones. Keep a few small jars for rare spices and larger ones for daily masalas.
Placement beside the hob
Put the rack beside the hob, not above it, where heat spoils spices. A slim unit on the right or left lets you reach spices while cooking. Add a hood to protect the cabinet from steam, see kitchen hoods.
Materials
Stainless steel baskets resist rust and wipe clean. Coated steel is cheaper but rusts if scratched. Wood shelves look warm but absorb oil. Use moisture-resistant board for the cabinet body, see kitchen cabinet sheets.
What to check before buying
- Load rating. Full jars are heavy.
- Channels. Smooth and strong, see drawer channels.
- Width. Matches your cabinet gap.
- Finish. Rust-resistant.
Before you decide
Count your spices, measure the jars and pick the gap beside the hob. Ask your cabinet maker to show a working unit and test it with full jars. Plan this at the design stage, since a built-in unit cannot be added easily later. Think about where you stand while cooking and put your most used jars at that height. Label each shelf so family members return jars to the right place.
Frequently Asked Questions
A slim pull-out cabinet beside the hob suits most kitchens, since it keeps spices in reach and hidden. Door-mounted and drawer racks suit small kitchens. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
6 to 9 inches for oils and jars, and about 12 inches for more storage. Check the depth against the counter. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
A door-mounted set is about PKR 1,500 to 5,000, a drawer insert about PKR 1,500 to 5,000 and a slim pull-out cabinet about PKR 6,000 to 20,000. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Beside the hob, not above it, where heat and steam spoil spices. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Stainless steel baskets resist rust and wipe clean. Coated steel is cheaper but can rust. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo of the space. We reply with a written rate that names the model and the warranty, and lists what is and is not included, so the comparison with other sellers is fair.
Planning spice storage?
Send the details and a photo. We reply with a written rate.