Will the hardware rust? My wife insists on getting an all wood drying rack because of rust stains from hardware.
1737711
Not at all! This baby wears well. I have had mine for over a year, moved across the country with it, and have stored it by a heater. Best. Rack. Ever.
1737712
That is a great question and one of the reasons I bought two of them.No paint that will peel and NO hardware of any kind just pure wood.They are expensive but well taken care of not stored in a damp place or left out doors.I leave one up all the time and use it daily and air dry items really do last 8 to 10 times longer than stuff put in the dryer.The entire rack is just dowels of wood holding wood together just use it in its pure form be good to it and it will last a life time.Have a great day and sure glad Spring is finally here.
1737713
I had to go look! There are about 10 small screws way out on the ends holding the dowels in. Been using this for almost a year with NO rust problems, This thing is really great. Only problem is that our dog almost chewed one of the dowels in half!!
1737714
No hardware to rust. The wood dowels are inserted in the wood sides. I love this rack. I hang sheets, towels, clothes, everything on it. It is tall and wide. I like the dowels that make a flat area in the middle to lay sweaters and such on. If your wife likes drying racks, I'm sure she will like this one. It's as close as I could get to the antique type drying racks that I loved so much. This is why I got this rack. Hope this helps.
1737715
Nice Rack! Really, all wood with any metal covered by wood plugs on the ends. No rust issue at all.
1737716
It is an all wood drying rack. (tiny screws that would not come into contact with the clothes) I absolutely love it. Use it at least 3 times per week
1737717
I have not seen any rust. This is honestly the best rack I have even had and would recommend it
287312
I would. I live in the south, but saw evidence of some rust on the nuts and bolts after one summer. Not aware of a way to avoid that. I brought my backboard inside for the winter and will plan to rust-treat or replace hardware each year.
2223660
No, no issue wih Rust. It's the perfect size and it's well made. I love it. Good luck
474766
I've had this rack on all winter and a tiny bit of rust around where you connect the two basket parts together has formed. It's a very small amount. Hope this helps.
1043880
It's all steel with some rubber which gets it a little off the counter. Moisture could cause rusting I guess. But I can't say how much water/moisture would be required to do so.
1546453
I do put then in the dishwasher regularly, especially with super sticky stuff is on them. They hold up grea. No rust. They are well-made and more sturdy then most other racks that I have. I was so impressed with them that I actually bought 3 more. Just remember to place the feet on the racks facing in towards the dishwasher so the sides of the washer don't get scratched up.
1234902
I've had my first one for 6+ years and have had no problems with it. I guess if you leave it in a moist enviroment it might. We live in a very humid climate and still no problems. Love this rack.
536628
Unfortunately, I have... It's not super noticeable and I still love the dish rack, but yes there is some rusting.
595668
I have had my caddy for a number of months in a shower that is used multiple times daily so it stays wet a lot and there has been no rust at all. Be sure you are ordering the stainless caddy because there is one just like it that is not stainless. It would be very easy to pick the wrong one because they have been listed close together online. I hope this helps! I love mine and would buy it again.
1164319
Yes the wood can be stained. The wood is pine so it isn't the best wood to stain. The rack is very high quality.
2118514
I have had it inside the shower cabinet for about 2 months now. Where I leave damp stuff over it I sometimes see some incipient rust, but it wipes right off. I live in a very humid place as well. I don't see myself replacing it any time soon.
1997040
It is due to hard water stains and other substances (minerals) sometimes found in well and city water. The stainless rack has not rusted. Just one swipe with a sponge with dish detergent removes the minerals and the rack looks like new.
732384
I havent had any issues with rust and ours is not covered. the cushions? no..they dont get stuck at all. they are hard to keep clean, but thats because of the no cover :)
2145498
I haven't had this board long enough to pass judgement on a rust issue. I certenly hope its designed to withstand steam and moisture from ironing, that is what its supposed to do afterall. I'll follow up as time passes and alert if and when necessary.
1427907
When the coating on the frame of the rack get cracked or chipped, the water gets to the metal and yes it can rust. With care placing it in your sink, and not hitting something hard on the edge of the rack, it should last you many years before it rusts.
537776
I have used this rack daily for over 2 years and have not seen any rust! Best I have ever had
2042205
I've had one that looks identical for at least 10 years. The rack itself is in great condition.....no rust at all. I love the way it looks! Very classy.