Onions and potatoes rot faster in a cupboard than they do in the open, because they need air. That is the thinking behind this 5-layer vegetable rack: three metal mesh baskets that let produce breathe, plus two solid shelves strong enough for a microwave, a blender or stacked dry goods. It is heavy-duty rather than decorative — the kind of rack that takes a full week's shopping without bowing. Four wheels mean you can roll it out to sweep behind it, which is exactly where kitchen grime collects. In a kitchen with limited cupboards it does two jobs at once: storage for produce and a stand for the appliance that has nowhere else to sit. Finished in black.
Specifications
| Layers | 5 - three mesh baskets plus two shelves |
| Mobility | Four wheels |
| Build | Heavy-duty metal |
| Colour | Black |
| Holds | Vegetables, dry goods, kitchen supplies, microwaves and small appliances |
Buying guide
Airflow is the reason mesh baskets beat closed drawers for produce: potatoes, onions and garlic last markedly longer when air moves around them, and you spot a spoiling item before it takes the rest with it. Keep onions and potatoes on separate levels, since stored together they make each other sprout faster. Put appliances on the solid shelves and the heaviest items lowest for stability. Check the shelf height against your microwave before ordering, and leave clearance at the back for its vents. Wheels are useful but need a level floor; on uneven tiles, position it against a wall. Wipe the rack down monthly, as kitchen dust sticks to metal mesh.
How it compares
Against a closed cupboard, open mesh keeps vegetables usable for longer and lets you see what needs eating. Against a plastic shelf unit, this carries real weight — a microwave is not a load a plastic frame should take. If you want to hide clutter entirely, a closed pantry cabinet is the alternative, at the cost of ventilation.
Frequently asked questions
Can it hold a microwave?
Yes, the solid shelves are made for appliances. Put it on a lower shelf for stability and leave clearance at the back for the vents.
Why mesh baskets for vegetables?
Air movement slows spoiling. Potatoes, onions and garlic last noticeably longer in ventilated baskets than in closed drawers - and you can see what needs using.
Do the wheels lock?
Position it against a wall on uneven floors for stability. Message us on WhatsApp if you need confirmation of the wheel type on current stock.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
Pairs well with
- Metal and Bamboo Spice Counter Rack 50 x 18 x 42cm
- 2 Tier Black Metal Spice Rack 50 x 14 x 42cm
- 3 Tier Multifunctional Rolling Storage Trolley 78 x 28 x 45cm
Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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|---|---|
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
Can it hold a microwave?
Yes, the solid shelves are made for appliances. Put it on a lower shelf for stability and leave clearance at the back for the vents.
Why mesh baskets for vegetables?
Air movement slows spoiling. Potatoes, onions and garlic last noticeably longer in ventilated baskets than in closed drawers - and you can see what needs using.
Do the wheels lock?
Position it against a wall on uneven floors for stability. Message us on WhatsApp if you need confirmation of the wheel type on current stock.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.