Stainless Steel Colander Built for the Workstation Ledge
The Karran COL179SS is a stainless steel workstation colander sized to span compatible Karran workstation sink ledges, giving you a dedicated rinsing station directly over the bowl. Whether you're washing produce, draining pasta, or rinsing ingredients before prep, the colander sits on the ledge so water and debris fall straight into the sink below.
Key Features
• Workstation-ledge sizing puts the colander on the sink's integrated ledge so rinsing happens over the bowl, not over the counter.
• Stainless steel construction holds up to daily use in a wet sink environment without corroding or staining under normal conditions.
• 16-1/2 inch by 9 inch footprint is matched to compatible Karran workstation sink families — check the manufacturer's fit table before ordering.
• Open perforated design drains quickly, so produce and ingredients clear the water without sitting in a pool at the bottom.
• Sold separately from Karran workstation sinks, so it can be added to an existing setup or ordered alongside a new sink.
Where This Colander Earns Its Place
A workstation sink is most useful when its ledge is fully equipped. A cutting board handles prep, a drying rack handles dishes after washing, and a colander handles everything that needs water first: greens, vegetables, berries, rinsed grains. Without a colander on the ledge, that step moves back to the counter, which defeats the purpose of the integrated ledge setup. The COL179SS keeps the rinsing stage in the sink, where the water goes where it belongs.
For cabinet shops and fabricators who install workstation sinks on residential and commercial kitchen projects, this accessory is worth spec-ing in. Homeowners who invest in a workstation sink often ask what else can be added to it; the colander is the most direct answer for anyone who cooks regularly.
Material and Durability
The colander is stainless steel throughout, consistent with the hardware and accessory materials used across Karran's workstation line. Stainless holds its appearance in a sink environment where wood boards or coated wire racks can degrade over time from repeated wet exposure. The perforated bowl form is rigid enough to hold a full load of produce without flex.
Karran does not publish specific dishwasher-safety or heat-resistance ratings for this accessory. For care, rinse and dry after use to keep water spots from building up on the stainless surface.
Who This Is For
Home cooks who prep fresh produce daily will use this accessory on every wash cycle. Kitchen designers specifying a full Karran workstation build can include it in the ledge-accessory package alongside a cutting board and drying rack to give clients a turnkey prep station. Contractors finishing a kitchen remodel can add it as a simple upgrade that makes the workstation sink feel complete at handoff.
Confirm fit against Karran's published compatibility table for your specific workstation sink model before ordering. Ledge accessories are matched to sink families, and this colander is not a universal fit across all workstation models.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this colander fit any Karran workstation sink?
No. Karran workstation accessories are matched to specific sink families by ledge width and configuration. Verify your sink model against the manufacturer's compatibility information before adding this to your order.
Is a sink included with this accessory?
No. The COL179SS is sold as a standalone accessory. The workstation sink itself is a separate purchase.
Can this colander be used over a standard non-workstation sink?
It is designed to rest on a workstation sink's integrated ledge. A standard sink without a ledge will not support it the same way, and Karran does not document use outside workstation ledge applications.
What other accessories pair with this colander on the workstation ledge?
Karran's workstation accessory line also includes cutting boards in beech, sapele, and bamboo, roll-up and fold-up drying racks, colander plates, platforms, utensil trays, and condiment trays. Check the workstation accessories section for the full set of compatible add-ons for your sink model.
A Prep Station That Starts at the Sink
The COL179SS completes the rinsing step where it makes sense — over the bowl, on the ledge, with water going straight down the drain and counter space staying clear for the rest of the job.
