The Ingenious Over-the-Sink Stone Dish Drying Pad That Keeps My Counters Dry and Saves Me So Much Space

There’s nothing quite like the perfect blend of style and function. For me, it’s irresistible — I’ll impulsively buy anything that marries the two (case in point: my Dotti broom and sponge). Lately, I’ve been on the hunt for a new dish-drying rack. The clunky one on my countertop isn’t cutting it style-wise, nor in terms of space. I knew an upgrade was needed, but finding one that ticks all the boxes regarding looks and functionality proved challenging. I’d heard whispers about Dorai from fellow editors and seen it pop up on my social media feeds, but I hesitated due to its price tag. Then, like a sign from above, the ad for their new over-the-sink dish pad landed in my inbox, and I knew what I had to do. *Adds to cart.*

Only 24 hours later, it was on my doorstep — talk about speedy! This latest addition to their lineup exceeds all expectations: sleek, practical, space-efficient, and quick-drying— it’s the whole package. If you’re on the lookout for a new dish-drying pad, keep reading to discover why I believe Dorai is worth every penny. Trust me, you won’t look back at your old dish mat again.

This dish drying pad isn’t your ordinary one — it’s made with Diomat stone that’s fast-drying and anchors to one side of your sink, ensuring its sturdiness. This over-the-sink mat can handle your heaviest pots, pans, and dishes without worry, and its design even helps prevent mold and mildew. My favorite part (aside from how fast drying it is) is how little counter space it takes up — simply lay it over your sink! Wrapped in silicone that comes in two colors to protect your dishes, it’s FDA-tested and food-safe. Believe me when I say, this pad really is worth every penny.

I raved about looks once, and I’ll rave about them again — it’s got the appeal I look for. But I have to say, its functionality has its looks beat all day, every day. I love how easy this dish pad is to roll up and store away, how it can hold my heaviest pots and pans without a doubt, and how quickly it dries my dishes. It’s no joke that its Diomat stone works wonders when it comes to water absorbency — my dishes can be stored away within 30 minutes! Not only that, but its slatted rack can fit large cutting boards inside, eliminating the need for an extra dish drying rack. Truthfully, my kitchen has never looked neater and cleaner with dishes out, and since it rolls out over my sink, it takes up practically no space.

Buy: Dorai Over the Sink Dish Pad, $75