A heavyweight pierced stainless steel colander built for the daily essentials — washing produce, draining pasta, blanching greens, even sitting over a pot for steaming. The pierced bowl drains faster than mesh and shrugs off heavy use without flexing. Available in 2 qt (8.75" bowl, ideal for berries, herbs, and pasta-for-two portions) and 5 qt (10.25" bowl, sized for family-batch prep). Features Heavyweight 0.5mm brushed stainless steel — sturdier than mesh, fast-draining Pierced bowl handles routine kitchen tasks without flexing Footed base elevates contents above the sink so foods don't sit in liquid Reinforced double handles for safe lifting full of hot or wet contents Doubles as a small steaming basket over a pot of boiling water Brushed finish minimizes visible water spots Content + Care Materials: heavyweight 0.5mm brushed stainless steel Care: dishwasher safe Size 2 qt: 8.75" bowl diameter 5 qt: 10.25" bowl × 13.5" overall × 7" tall