{"product_id":"creatistics-spring-loaded-drying-rack","title":"Creatistics Spring-Loaded Drying Rack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Creatistics Spring-Loaded Drying Rack is a smart, space-saving solution for drying wet artwork in busy classroom environments. Designed specifically to meet the demands of early learning and primary settings, this portable drying rack features 25 spring-loaded wire shelves, each sized to hold A3 paper. Ideal for paintings, glue-based collages, and other wet media projects, the shelves allow artwork to dry flat, undisturbed, and with excellent ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed in a sleek dark grey finish, the rack includes four castor wheels for effortless mobility around the classroom. Two of the castors are lockable, ensuring improved stability while students or educators load or remove artworks. The spring-loaded shelves lift easily, allowing access to individual slots without disturbing others, and can be folded up to reduce the unit's footprint when not in use, making it a practical addition for classrooms with limited space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shelves are made with a wire grid that encourages air circulation for faster drying times, helping to protect student work and streamline art session clean-up. With a compact footprint and minimal assembly required, this rack is a convenient and functional tool for art classrooms. As part of the Creatistics range, this drying rack is exclusive to MTA and designed to support creativity and classroom efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreserves artwork quality\u003c\/strong\u003e - Allows wet paintings to dry without smudging or stacking damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncourages student independence\u003c\/strong\u003e - Children can place and retrieve their own work with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports classroom organisation\u003c\/strong\u003e - Helps keep art spaces tidy and reduces drying clutter on tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePromotes efficient workflow\u003c\/strong\u003e - Facilitates quick transition between art activities and drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25 spring-loaded shelves\u003c\/strong\u003e - Accommodate A3 paper with approx. 3.3cm spacing between shelves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoldable design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Shelves lift and stay upright to save space when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobility and stability\u003c\/strong\u003e - Includes 4 castors for movement, 2 of which are lockable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire shelf grid\u003c\/strong\u003e - Enhances airflow for quicker drying and visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated drying station\u003c\/strong\u003e - Position near your art tables to streamline post-activity cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotating student assignments\u003c\/strong\u003e - Allocate shelf space by class group or project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e - Use to dry pieces intended for exhibitions, classroom displays or portfolios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt project workflow\u003c\/strong\u003e - Integrate into an art station rotation for multi-step or mixed media projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 45cm (W) x 34.5cm (D) x 94cm (H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 44cm (W) x 32.5cm (D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approx. 3.3cm between shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Shelves\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25 spring-loaded, lift-up shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wire shelves with metal frame, dark grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCastors\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 included, with 2 lockable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimal assembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Suitable for drying A3 student artworks in early years and primary settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: Creatistics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Exclusive to MTA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: Risk assessment should be conducted. 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