Hanging it near the stove means that I can hang the pots and pans I use the most on the pot rack. No more searching around behind the lobster pot that gets used on July Fourth for the sauté pan I use four or five times a week! Now my favorites will in easy reach at all times. It has a dozen hooks, so I’ll have plenty of room to add a few of my long handled spoons and spatulas, so that will eliminate scrambling through the utensil drawer when I’m busy cooking. This pot rack will allow me to be more organized, and add a great dash of style to my kitchen. It’s destined to be one of my favorite kitchen accessories!