Bakers racks are not only for the kitchen any more

Despite their name, bakers racks are not only for the kitchen any more.  Traditionally used by bakers to cool pies, breads and other baked goods, these racks have become a more decorative item that is great for display in the kitchen, dining room or living room.  Generally rising above five feet, bakers racks are perfect for home with tall ceilings and little floor space.  While modern designs tend to incorporate ornate wrought iron and wood, there are some bakers racks that have a simpler, sleeker design.  They are perfect for displaying decorative plates and vases, flower arrangements, storing wine bottles and even serving as a buffet at informal dinner parties.  Some less ornate bakers racks can serve a more practical purpose as a place to store mixing bowls and spoons, baking dishes, cookbooks and jars of flour, sugar and baking powder.  If this is a style you’re interested in, look for designs that include cabinets, drawers, hooks and multiple shelves.  Other designs are more appropriate for a living room setting.  Some of these are all wrought iron, with a few shelves.  They make great places for houseplants, especially climbing vines.  They can also double as bookshelves.  Whatever your needs, bakers racks can be just the versatile piece of furniture you’re looking for.

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