Modular Paint Rack Angles Explained: 35mm, 45 and 90 Degree
By The Broken Token | Board Game Organizers & Accessories | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: Guías de compra
Confused by angled paint racks? Learn how 35mm hole size, 45-degree tiers, and 90-degree risers work together so you can pick the right modular paint rack for your desk.
Quick answer
Choose a 35mm modular paint rack if your paint pots are Citadel-style or other wide bottles; the 45-degree angle improves visibility and access, while a 90-degree riser lets you stack racks above drawer units without wasting desk space.
Hole size comes first: 26mm vs 35mm
The most important spec is the hole diameter. The Modular Paint Rack - 35mm Half and the 35mm 45 Degree Angle rack are sized for pot-style bottles like Citadel. If your collection is mostly dropper bottles, measure a bottle before ordering; the catalog also offers 26mm options for smaller bottles, but this guide focuses on the 35mm system. Getting the diameter wrong means bottles won't sit flush or may fall through.
What the 45-degree angle actually changes
A 45-degree rack tilts each row so you can read labels and grab a pot without knocking over the row behind it. That matters when you're painting with a brush in one hand and reaching for a wash with the other. The trade-off is a slightly deeper footprint than a straight rack, so check your desk depth if you plan to push it against a wall.
When you need a 90-degree riser
The Modular Paint Rack - Riser 90 Degree Angle is not a standalone rack. It is an MDF riser that lets you place a rack on top of a drawer unit in the same system, so you can build upward instead of outward. If you already own a drawer base or plan to add one, the riser is the part that keeps the upper rack stable. Without a drawer underneath, you don't need it.
Start small and expand with clips
All racks in the 35mm system use included clips to combine into a larger layout. That means you can begin with a half-width rack, then add a second half or a riser later without replacing what you own. The catch is that each addition has its own footprint, so plan a little spare desk width if you expect your paint collection to grow.
Decision rules for choosing your angled paint rack
- Measure your bottle diameter: If your paint pots are Citadel-style or wider than 26mm, choose the 35mm system. If most of your bottles are slim droppers, measure one before ordering; the 35mm holes may be too loose. Write down the diameter of your three most-used bottles before you shop.
- Pick 45-degree tiers for everyday access: Choose the 35mm 45 Degree Angle rack when you want to see labels and grab pots quickly during a painting session. Skip it if your desk is very shallow and you need the smallest possible footprint.
- Add a 90-degree riser only with a drawer base: Buy the Riser 90 Degree Angle if you already own or plan to buy a compatible drawer unit and want to stack a rack on top. It is not needed for a freestanding rack on a desk. Check that your drawer unit is part of the same modular system before adding the riser.
- Start with a half rack if you are unsure: The 35mm Half lets you confirm bottle fit and desk space with a smaller investment. You can clip on more racks later using the included clips.
Product facts
- Modular Paint Rack - 35mm 45 Degree Angle: 35mm holes suit pot-style bottles like Citadel, and the tiered 45-degree layout holds paints and brushes. This is the rack to pick if you want angled visibility for wide pots without adding a drawer.
Modular Paint Rack - 35mm 45 Degree Angle - Modular Paint Rack - Riser 90 Degree Angle: This 90-degree riser is designed to let you use certain racks alongside stacked drawer units in the modular system. Buy it only if you plan to stack a rack above a drawer base; it is not a standalone paint holder.
Modular Paint Rack - Riser 90 Degree Angle - Modular Paint Rack - 35mm Half: The 35mm Half rack uses the same 35mm hole size and can be expanded with other racks, drawers, and risers. It is a lower-commitment entry point if you want to test the 35mm fit before building a full-width setup.
Who should choose which
Best for
- Painters with Citadel-style pots who want angled, tiered access on a desk
- Hobbyists planning to expand a modular system with drawers and risers
- Anyone starting small who wants to test 35mm fit before committing
Not for
- Painters whose entire collection is slim dropper bottles smaller than 26mm
- Desks too shallow for the slightly deeper footprint of a 45-degree rack
- Anyone who wants a single freestanding rack with no drawer base and no plans to add one
