Dishpans

Dishpans are made of fiber, tinned ware, enameled ware, and aluminum. They are either round or oval and come in a number of sizes. Oval pans are especially desirable in small sinks, as they utilize the space best.

The pans in which dishes are washed are larger and deeper than those used for rinsing and drying. The larger sizes can also be used for canning and cooking purposes,

A special make found in many stores consists of a rectangular, heavy tin pan, with four removable rubber legs, which raise the pan from the sink and thus protect the sink bottom. In the bottom of the pan is a rubber stopper, and when this is removed the dishwater flows out through a strainer which slides in and out under the pan like a drawer and can be easily removed for cleaning.