Larder Units for Kitchens: Tall Pull-Out Larder Cabinets, Widths, Wire Basket and Shelf Types, Load, Soft-Close Hardware, Indicative Rates in Pakistan and Layout Tips
A larder is a tall, narrow storage unit, often a pull-out cabinet, that holds food and kitchen supplies in a small footprint, and it brings everything to the front so nothing is lost at the back. This page covers tall pull-out larder units, widths, wire basket and shelf types, load, soft-close hardware, indicative rates in Pakistan and layout tips. For wider pantry options see pantry cabinets, and for planning see small space kitchen cabinet design and drawer channels.
What this storage is
It is a tall cabinet 6 to 24 inches wide, often with a pull-out frame, baskets and shelves on both sides. When you open it, the whole frame slides out, showing every item. It fits into narrow gaps beside the fridge, the hob or at the end of a run.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common figures for the unit with hardware.
| Unit | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Narrow pull-out unit, 6 to 9 in | PKR 15,000 - 35,000 |
| Pull-out unit, 12 to 15 in | PKR 25,000 - 60,000 |
| Tall unit with swing-out baskets | PKR 40,000 - 90,000 |
| Wire basket set only | PKR 6,000 - 25,000 |
| Soft-close slide set | PKR 3,000 - 10,000 |
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 heights
Narrow units of 6 to 9 inches suit oils, spices and tins. Wider units of 12 to 15 inches also hold bags and boxes. Height runs to about 7 feet, with baskets spaced at 8 to 12 inches. Check the door and the clearance beside the unit.
Baskets, shelves and load
Wire baskets give visibility and air, while solid shelves hold small items. The frame must carry the load of full baskets, often 30 to 60 kilograms in total. Ask for the load rating, and check that the slide is full-extension and soft-close.
Where to place it
Put a unit near the hob for oils and spices, or near the fridge for dry goods. Avoid placing it next to the hob heat. A unit at the end of a counter run uses a corner that is otherwise wasted.
What to store
Store tins, oil bottles, spice jars, tea and sugar, packets and small appliances. Keep heavy items low, and group items by use. Label baskets so everyone puts things back, and rotate older stock to the front.
What to check before ordering
- Width and height. Match the gap.
- Load rating. For full baskets.
- Slide and hardware. Soft-close, strong.
- Finish. Stainless or well-coated baskets.
Common mistakes
Buying a unit without checking the door swing, choosing thin wire that bends under heavy tins and fitting a unit where the neighbouring cabinet blocks it are common errors. Another is ignoring the weight of full baskets on weak wall fixings. Fix the frame to the cabinet floor and wall as instructed.
Before you decide
Ask to see a unit with full baskets and open and close it several times. Check that it glides and does not wobble. Measure the gap and plan the unit when the cabinets are drawn. A good unit quickly becomes the most used storage in the kitchen. Measure the gap from the floor to the first fixed shelf, the width between the neighbouring units and the clearance for the door of the fridge beside it, since a pull-out frame needs clear space to slide. Ask the maker to confirm the full extension length, and whether the frame can be fitted after the neighbouring units are in place, so that the work is done in the right order and nothing has to be moved later.
Frequently Asked Questions
A tall, narrow storage cabinet, often with a pull-out frame and baskets, that brings all contents to the front. 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.
A narrow unit is about PKR 15,000 to 35,000, a wider unit about PKR 25,000 to 60,000, and a larger unit with swing-out baskets about PKR 40,000 to 90,000. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
6 to 9 inches for oils and tins and 12 to 15 inches for bags and boxes as well. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. 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.
Many hold 30 to 60 kilograms. Ask for the rating and check the slide quality. 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.
Beside the fridge or the hob, or at the end of a counter run, away from the direct heat of the hob. 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.
Yes, we supply across Pakistan. Share the quantity, the size or rating and the place of use on WhatsApp. You get a written rate with the exact model, what is included and the warranty, ready to compare with any other seller. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Planning a larder?
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