Should I choose solid or perforated shelves for my kitchen?

It depends on where the rack is being used. Perforated shelves are a sensible choice in wetter areas such as near dishwashers, prep sinks, or wash-up zones, as they allow drainage and airflow. Solid shelves are better suited to dry storage where smaller items need a stable base and spillage is less of a concern. Many operators use a mix of both across different storage areas.

How do I work out the right width for my space?

Measure the available footprint carefully, particularly if the rack is going into a fixed alcove or between equipment runs — allow a small tolerance on each side for positioning. It is also worth checking overhead clearance before ordering, as a four-tier rack will reach a meaningful height that may be a factor in lower-ceilinged prep areas or under mezzanine storage.

Is this rack suitable for heavy loads such as stacked gastronorm containers or bulk dry goods?

This rack is well suited to the everyday storage demands of small and medium-sized commercial kitchens, including gastronorm containers, dry goods, and prep equipment. For operations with particularly heavy bulk storage requirements or high-density loading across all tiers, it is worth discussing whether a heavier-duty racking solution would be more appropriate for the long term.

Parry 400mm Deep Stainless Steel 4-Tier Storage Rack

Name: Parry 400mm Deep Stainless Steel 4-Tier Storage Rack
Brand: Parry
SKU: RACK4S12400
Availability: InStock

Product No: RACK4S12400

Product Description

This is a four-tier stainless steel storage rack from Parry, a well-regarded UK catering equipment manufacturer. The unit is 400mm deep and available across a range of widths, with a...

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Product Description

This is a four-tier stainless steel storage rack from Parry, a well-regarded UK catering equipment manufacturer. The unit is 400mm deep and available across a range of widths, with a choice of solid or perforated shelving. It arrives fully assembled and includes adjustable feet for levelling on uneven floors — a more common consideration than it might seem in older kitchen premises.

In a working kitchen, good shelving does a straightforward but important job. It keeps dry goods, gastronorm containers, prep equipment, and consumables organised, accessible, and off the floor. Stainless steel holds up reliably under the conditions commercial kitchens routinely put equipment through: temperature variation, humidity, chemical cleaning agents, and the daily knocks of a busy service. Perforated shelves allow air circulation and drainage, making them a practical choice near prep or washing zones, while solid shelves are better suited to dry storage areas or where smaller items need a firm base.

Choice of solid or perforated shelves to suit different storage zones
Arrives fully assembled — no on-site build time required
Adjustable feet allow stable placement on uneven or tiled floors
Available across a range of widths to suit various kitchen layouts
Stainless steel construction withstands regular commercial cleaning regimes

There are no electrical, gas, or water connections involved, so positioning is all that is required on installation. The main things to confirm before ordering are ceiling clearance for the four-tier height and that the chosen width fits the intended space — particularly if it is going into a fixed alcove or alongside an existing equipment run.

This rack is well suited to small and medium-sized commercial kitchens, catering operations, and back-of-house storage areas where a practical, cleanable shelving solution is needed. For sites with significantly higher load requirements or denser storage demands, a heavier-duty racking option may be worth considering.

If you are unsure which width or shelf configuration best fits your layout, the team is happy to talk it through before you place an order.

Key Features

Four-tier configuration maximises vertical storage in compact kitchen spaces
Available in multiple widths to suit varied alcove and run configurations
Choice of solid or perforated shelves for different storage zone requirements
Adjustable feet provide stable levelling on uneven or tiled kitchen floors
Arrives fully assembled for immediate positioning without on-site build

Operational Benefits

Keeps dry goods and equipment organised, accessible, and off the floor
Perforated shelves aid drainage and airflow near prep and washing areas
Solid shelf option provides a firm base for smaller items and dry storage
Stainless construction resists humidity and commercial cleaning chemicals reliably
Ready-to-use on delivery, reducing downtime during kitchen fit-out or refurbishment

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Frequently Asked Questions

: It depends on where the rack is being used. Perforated shelves are a sensible choice in wetter areas such as near dishwashers, prep sinks, or wash-up zones, as they allow drainage and airflow. Solid shelves are better suited to dry storage where smaller items need a stable base and spillage is less of a concern. Many operators use a mix of both across different storage areas.
: Measure the available footprint carefully, particularly if the rack is going into a fixed alcove or between equipment runs — allow a small tolerance on each side for positioning. It is also worth checking overhead clearance before ordering, as a four-tier rack will reach a meaningful height that may be a factor in lower-ceilinged prep areas or under mezzanine storage.
: This rack is well suited to the everyday storage demands of small and medium-sized commercial kitchens, including gastronorm containers, dry goods, and prep equipment. For operations with particularly heavy bulk storage requirements or high-density loading across all tiers, it is worth discussing whether a heavier-duty racking solution would be more appropriate for the long term.