Drying & Draining Racks

A pegged draining rack suits test tubes and pipettes, while a slotted petri dish rack is purpose-built for round dishes and won't hold tubes securely.

Count how many items you typically wash at once and choose a rack with enough pegs or slots to hold your full batch without crowding.

A wall-mounted draining rack positioned above the sink frees up bench space and lets glassware drain directly into the basin.

A rack with a built-in drip tray or base catches runoff water, keeping the surrounding bench or wall dry.

Not effectively. A pegged metal rack is designed to hold tubes and pipettes at an angle, while petri dishes need the flat, slotted design of a dedicated petri dish rack to stand securely.

No, most draining racks work equally well standing on a bench. Wall mounting is simply an option for labs that want to free up bench space near the sink.

The rubber tips protect glassware from chipping against bare metal and add a bit of grip to hold tubes and pipettes securely at their resting angle.

Yes, acrylic is impact-resistant and easy to wipe clean, though like any plastic it should be kept away from harsh solvents that can cloud or craze the surface over time.

Choose a rack with a built-in drip tray, or position a wall-mounted rack directly above a sink so runoff drains away rather than collecting on the bench.