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ExcelSteel Heavy Duty Handles and Self-draining Solid Ring Base Stainless Steel Colander, 5 Qt, Stainless (Pack of 1)
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Material | Stainless Steel |
Color | Stainless |
Brand | EXCELSTEEL |
Style | Heavy Duty |
Product Dimensions | 14"L x 11.5"W x 5.25"H |
About this item
- Easy grip handles
- Constructed in durable stainless steel
- Dishwasher safe, clean with ease
- Mirror polished finish for high shine
- Lightweight stainless steel for easy handling
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5 QT Stainless Steel Colander
Versatility in the Kitchen
Looking for a high-quality stainless steel colander that can tackle all of your heavy duty kitchen tasks? Look no further than this beautiful mirror polished perforated colander!
This colander is constructed from high-quality stainless steel that strains and rinses effortlessly with its perforated design. Clean and rinse pasta, vegetables, fruits, and even meats. Every kitchen needs a reliable colander, and this colander is the perfect addition to any kitchen set!
At a Glance
- Constructed from high quality mirror polished stainless steel
- Perforated design allows fast and thorough rinsing
- Generous 5 QT capacity that can tackle any heavy duty kitchen tasks
- Comfort grip handles and sturdy resting base
Durable Stainless Steel
Constructed from durable stainless steel for a reliable colander that can strain pasta, vegetables, fruits, meat, and more! Completed with a beautiful mirror polish finish for shine.
Easy Grip Handles
The wide, easy grip handles allow for a comfortable straining experience that doesn't put strain on the hands. Easy to carry around the kitchen, and when you're done the handles double as hanging loops for efficient storage.
Sturdy Resting Base
Comes with a sturdy resting base to support your food whether its waiting on the counter-top or being rinsed in the sink.
Heavy Duty Kitchen Tasks
Durable and reliable enough to tackle all of your heavy duty kitchen tasks. When you are finished using your colander, it is easy to clean and dishwasher safe!

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Material | Stainless Steel |
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Color | Stainless |
Brand | EXCELSTEEL |
Style | Heavy Duty |
Product Dimensions | 14"L x 11.5"W x 5.25"H |
Item Weight | 0.85 Pounds |
Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00878201002426 |
Manufacturer | ExcelSteel |
UPC | 878201002426 |
Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
ASIN | B00555ETXY |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 242 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #414 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #1 in Colanders |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 9, 2011 |
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Product Description
This 5QT Colander is constructed in high quality stainless steel with large handles to make carrying food comfortable and easy. The sturdy base allows it to rest easily on the countertop or sink. Rinse your salads, vegetables, and fruits in this multi-purpose colander. Easy to clean, use and a must have in the kitchen.
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Customers appreciate the strainer's build quality, functionality, and appearance. They find it well-made, effective, and a nice modern design. Many are satisfied with its value for money and ease of cleaning. However, some customers have issues with the water draining poorly from the bottom.
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Customers appreciate the strainer's build quality. They mention it has two large handles, is well-made, and withstands high volume cooking. It strains well, cleans up well, and looks great. The large size holds several quarts easily.
"...It’s built well, nice and thick, easy to clean and very versatile. I heartily recommend." Read more
"...This one works well. It is well built with right amount and size of holes and drains really fast. Recommend!" Read more
"...Price is super good. It very big and sturdy and it is easy to clean and it has a good grip." Read more
"Great quality works very well" Read more
Customers find the strainer functional and easy to clean. They say it's a good old-fashioned strainer that serves its purpose well in the kitchen. The strainer is sturdy and lightweight, like the ones they had growing up.
"...This one works well. It is well built with right amount and size of holes and drains really fast. Recommend!" Read more
"Great quality works very well" Read more
"...The size, quality, and overall design are excellent, and it works perfectly for my needs...." Read more
"Fulfills its purpose well. Seems made well and sturdy." Read more
Customers like the strainer's appearance. They find it shiny, modern, and easy to clean.
"...It’s built well, nice and thick, easy to clean and very versatile. I heartily recommend." Read more
"...The size, quality, and overall design are excellent, and it works perfectly for my needs...." Read more
"Large bowl good looking lots of drainage holes" Read more
"...The drain holes are in patterns which gives it a cute look, with great drainage!" Read more
Customers appreciate the strainer's size. They find it to be a good size, with an 11-inch diameter and a 5-inch height. The sturdy flat bottom rests nicely in their sink.
"I love the size. I live alone so this colander works for a single person but it would work for a family, or even a dinner party...." Read more
"...Price is super good. It very big and sturdy and it is easy to clean and it has a good grip." Read more
"...The size, quality, and overall design are excellent, and it works perfectly for my needs...." Read more
"This strainer was alot bigger than I realized but is a great quality!" Read more
Customers appreciate the strainer's value for money. They find it good quality at a reasonable price, and consider it a worthwhile purchase for a stainless steel colander.
"...Price is super good. It very big and sturdy and it is easy to clean and it has a good grip." Read more
"...It’s easy to clean and is good value." Read more
"Great quality and size. Great price." Read more
"...Very good product. I was definitely impressed with the quality and price." Read more
Customers appreciate the strainer's ease of cleaning. They find it sturdy and dishwasher-safe, making it great for washing lots of fruits and vegetables. It's easy to use and clean, allowing them to clean more at once.
"...It’s built well, nice and thick, easy to clean and very versatile. I heartily recommend." Read more
"...Price is super good. It very big and sturdy and it is easy to clean and it has a good grip." Read more
"...It’s easy to clean and is good value." Read more
"...No problems with this strainer. It strains well, cleans up well, and looks great." Read more
Customers find that the food strainer doesn't drain well. Water pools at the bottom, taking long to drain. It has few holes and can't keep up with the water flow, leading to overflow or slosh. While cleaning is easy, it gets some water spots if you have high lime content.
"...Needs more holes on the bottom. I use mostly to wash fruit. Water doesn't drain out of bottom area...." Read more
"...Water accumulates at the flat portion in the bottom . Design criteria of the bottom is inadequate . The overall size is good and adequate in size" Read more
"...It is well built with right amount and size of holes and drains really fast. Recommend!" Read more
"The water doesn’t drain from the bottom very well" Read more
Customers dislike the sticky residue left behind by the food strainer. The sticker does not come off cleanly, leaving a gooey residue. It's difficult to remove the adhesive from the inside bottom of the strainer.
"...Also, there was a sticker on the bottom and some tape on the inside that were very annoying to remove...." Read more
"The stickers put on the inside bottom by the manufacturer are IMPOSSIBLE to remove!..." Read more
"...It takes forever, not enough drainage on the bottom due to the base. Do not recommend." Read more
"The colander is fine, but the choice to put stickers on the bottom (both inside and outside) is frustrating...." Read more
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Large Colander. Works Great!
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2025I love the size. I live alone so this colander works for a single person but it would work for a family, or even a dinner party. It’s built well, nice and thick, easy to clean and very versatile. I heartily recommend.
5.0 out of 5 starsI love the size. I live alone so this colander works for a single person but it would work for a family, or even a dinner party. It’s built well, nice and thick, easy to clean and very versatile. I heartily recommend.Large Colander. Works Great!
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2025
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2025I had to return the other one I just ordered because of the quality issue. This one works well. It is well built with right amount and size of holes and drains really fast. Recommend!
- Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2024I got this for a wedding gift for my brother and My sister in law and they said they love it and it very easy. Price is super good. It very big and sturdy and it is easy to clean and it has a good grip.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2025Great quality works very well
- Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024I was looking for a colander that could sit inside the kitchen sink for cleaning meat or vegetables without allowing dirty water to re-enter. Most other products sit too low, but this one has a raised base, keeping it above the bottom of the sink. It effectively prevents water from coming back inside, which is exactly what I needed.
The size, quality, and overall design are excellent, and it works perfectly for my needs. I’m very happy with this purchase, and my wife loves it too. Definitely worth buying!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2025This strainer is good quality and I like that it’s stainless steel instead of plastic. I’ve recently replaced all my kitchenware with stainless steel or glass cause it’s healthier. It’s lightweight and easy to move around too.
It’s a good size for straining a variety of different things, such as pasta. It’s easy to clean and is good value.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2025Fulfills its purpose well. Seems made well and sturdy.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2025Quality colander. Perfect size. Doesn’t rust. Good buy
Top reviews from other countries
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Atendeu minhas necessidadesReviewed in Brazil on September 8, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Top
Só acho que deveria ter mais furos principalmente em baixo
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Raquel MilanoReviewed in Mexico on March 22, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Calidad
Muy buena calidad
- TracyReviewed in Canada on May 12, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice colander
Exactly as pictured. Holds a lot of pasta and it is very thick and sturdy.
- James HanReviewed in Singapore on August 13, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars as advertised
Good product
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fabioReviewed in Brazil on July 15, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars mto gde
muito grande para apenas duas pessoas, me equivoquei