Spice Racks and Storage: Choosing the Right Rack for Your Kitchen

Finding the right spice rack depends on where you want to store your seasonings, how many jars you have and how much room is available. A benchtop rack may suit a frequently used collection, while a pull-out organiser can be worth considering when cupboard space is narrow.

Rather than choosing a rack based on appearance alone, consider how your spices are stored now and what would make them easier to access during everyday cooking. Here are several spice rack options from Storage Organisers to help you find a suitable arrangement.

1 Expandable Spice Racks for Flexible Shelf Storage

An expandable spice rack gives you some flexibility when arranging jars across a shelf or benchtop. Its adjustable width allows you to adapt the layout to the available space, while the stepped tiers help keep jars in the rear rows visible.

Our Expandable Bamboo Spice Rack – 3 Tier adjusts from 31.5 cm to 58 cm wide. The natural bamboo finish provides a simple look for pantry shelves, cupboards or benchtops.

Measure the available depth and height as well as the width, and check that the rack can expand without obstructing nearby items.

2 Pull-Out Spice Racks for Narrow Cabinets

When spice jars are stored at the back of a cabinet, reaching individual items can involve moving other containers first. A pull-out rack creates a dedicated storage area that slides out from the cupboard for access.

Our Spice Rack Pull Out – Dual Pull-Out Kitchen Organiser (3 Sizes) is available in 150 mm, 200 mm and 300 mm cabinet widths. Its two-tier metal basket design provides separate levels for spices, jars, oils and selected small kitchen essentials.

Check the required cabinet dimensions before selecting a size, including the internal width, depth, height and clearance around hinges or fittings.

3 Clear Tiered Spice Racks for Benchtops and Shelves

A tiered rack raises jars towards the back, making it easier to see their labels when the collection is arranged on a pantry shelf or benchtop.

Our Clear 3-Tier Corner Spice Rack measures 24 cm long, 24 cm wide and 8.5 cm high. Its corner-shaped footprint can suit a shelf or benchtop where a rectangular rack may not be the preferred layout.

This rack is supplied without jars, so you can use suitable containers you already own. Check the jar base dimensions and shelf depth to ensure they fit securely.

4 Bamboo Spice Racks with Matching Jars

If you are setting up a new spice collection, a rack and jar set can simplify the process of choosing containers and arranging them together.

Our Bamboo Spice Rack Stand With 12 Spice Jars combines a three-tier bamboo stand with 12 glass spice jars. It provides a designated place for herbs, spices and seasonings on a suitable kitchen surface.

For a larger collection, consider our Standing 4-Tier Spice Rack with 24 Herb and Spice Jars. The vertical arrangement offers additional levels for organising different seasonings.

Before choosing between the sets, consider how many jars you need and whether the rack's height and footprint suit your intended location.

5 Adjustable Spice Tray Inserts for Kitchen Drawers

If you prefer to keep your benchtop clear, a drawer insert may be a suitable alternative to a freestanding rack. Tiered inserts arrange jars at different heights, allowing you to view their labels when the drawer is open.

Our Adjustable Spice Tray – Expanding 490–540W Kitchen Insert is one option to consider for drawer-based spice storage. Check the product's specified width range and internal drawer dimensions before purchasing, as drawer inserts need sufficient space to sit flat and allow the drawer to close properly.

Arrange jars by ingredient type or frequency of use, and avoid overfilling the tray.

How to Choose the Right Spice Rack

Before deciding which spice storage style suits your kitchen, consider the following:

• For expandable storage: Measure your shelf or benchtop and choose an adjustable rack that fits the available width and depth.
• For narrow cupboards: Check the cabinet's internal dimensions and the installation requirements for a pull-out rack.
• For benchtop display: Consider a tiered rack that keeps jars visible without taking up more space than you can spare.
• For a complete set: Compare the number and capacity of included jars with the size of your existing spice collection.
• For drawer storage: Measure the internal drawer width, depth and height, including any obstructions.
• For easy identification: Label jars clearly and group similar seasonings together.
• For ingredient storage: Keep herbs and spices away from direct sunlight and excessive heat, and follow the storage instructions for each ingredient and container.