Double Layer Desktop Storage Rack

Counters fill up quietly. A mug or two by the kettle, a few jars, a pump bottle, a toothbrush cup, some cosmetics. Each item is small, but together they cover the surface until there is no room left to work, and the things you need are hidden behind the things you do not.

The Double Layer Desktop Storage Rack gives those small items a second level. It is a compact two tier metal rack that holds cups and small items above the counter instead of letting them crowd it. The same footprint holds twice as much, and everything stays visible and easy to grab.

What makes the two tier rack stand out

The double layer is the first advantage. Stacking two shelves in one footprint doubles capacity compared with a single tray. Taller items sit on the lower tier and cups or jars on the upper one, so nothing has to be lifted over anything else.

The metal build is the second. The rack is powder coated metal, which handles life near a kitchen sink or a bathroom basin far better than cardboard or fiberboard organizers. It will not swell or soften when splashed, though drying it when wet keeps the finish at its best.

The flexibility is the third. Because it is not mounted or built into cabinetry, the rack moves easily between rooms. It can hold cups by the coffee maker one week and cosmetics on a vanity the next.

Finally, the open shelves keep everything in sight. There is no digging through a cabinet for the right cup or the lotion you use every day.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Kitchens. Mugs and small jars beside the kettle or coffee maker.
• Bathrooms. Cosmetics, lotions and a toothbrush cup on the counter.
• Home offices. Pens, notebooks and small supplies on a desk.
• Entryways. Keys, sunglasses and small daily items by the door.
• Dressing tables. Perfume and brushes arranged on two levels.

Black suits modern and industrial rooms and pairs well with dark taps and appliances. Milky white is softer and blends into pale counters, tiles and cabinets.

A coffee station is one of the best uses. Cups on the top shelf, sugar and pods below, and the whole setup takes a small strip of counter.

In a shared bathroom, one rack per person keeps each set of cosmetics separate and makes the counter easier to clean.

Choosing the size and placement

The rack measures 11.02 inches long, 5.91 inches deep and 7.28 inches tall, and each shelf is 4.72 by 5.12 inches. Measure the counter space where it will sit, and check the height under any wall cabinets or shelves above.

A few tips help it work its best:

• Put taller items such as bottles on the lower tier.
• Keep cups or jars on the upper tier.
• Set it on a level surface so nothing slides.
• Keep it slightly back from the counter edge.

Near a sink, place it where it catches the odd splash rather than standing in water. Wipe it with a damp cloth and dry it to keep water spots off the finish, and dry it straight away whenever it gets wet.

Care is simple. A soft, dry cloth is all it needs day to day. Slight color variation between the photos and the item you receive is normal.

Think about what you reach for most. Daily items belong at the front of each shelf, where they are easy to grab, with occasional pieces behind them.

The rack also helps at a desk. Pens and small supplies on one tier and a mug or a small plant on the other keep a work surface clear without adding a bulky organizer.

In an entryway, keys, sunglasses and a small dish for coins on the rack mean the things you need on the way out are always in the same place, and nothing gets lost on a crowded console.

Because the rack is freestanding, cleaning around it is quick. Move it aside, wipe the counter and set it back in place.

Pairing it with other pieces

A two tier rack looks best with a few matching items on it. A set of mugs in one color, matching glass jars or a coordinated set of bathroom bottles make the rack look deliberate rather than cluttered.

Browse the display racks collection for more countertop organizers, or the corner shelves collection for slim storage that uses the corners of a kitchen or bathroom.

If you like a coordinated look, two racks in the same color on either side of a sink or coffee machine make a balanced, symmetrical arrangement.

Cups stacked on the upper tier sit in the open air rather than a closed cabinet, which suits a spot beside the sink where they are used and rinsed all day.

Is the double layer rack right for your space?

This rack is a strong fit if you:

• Have a crowded kitchen or bathroom counter.
• Want storage that copes with life near a sink.
• Like being able to move it between rooms.
• Prefer a simple black or white finish.

It may not be the right choice if you need storage for large bottles or tall items on both levels, or if you want closed storage. A taller rack or a cabinet will suit those better.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about sizes are answered at info@norafurnish.com.