Boon Grass Drying Rack: How to Use Poke and Vent Brushes
By Babies R Us Australia | Published: 2026-11-05
Category: ハウツーガイド
Set up your Boon Grass drying rack, add the Poke Cactus for extra space, and use Dr. Brown's vent brushes to clean hard-to-reach bottle parts before drying.
Quick answer
Place the Boon Grass rack on a stable countertop, clip the Poke Cactus onto it for extra drying space, and clean bottle vents with Dr. Brown's vent brushes before setting parts upright to air-dry.
Why airflow and vent cleaning go together
A drying rack only works well when water can escape and air can move around each part. The Boon Grass surface is designed to let air circulate around bottles and small accessories, but trapped milk residue inside vent channels can slow drying and leave a film. Cleaning those narrow areas first makes the drying step more effective.
The Poke Cactus accessory is not a replacement for the main rack; it adds usable height and space for small items such as nipples or pacifiers. Keep the base rack uncrowded so the grass blades can do their job.
When this setup is not the right fit
If you routinely dry large numbers of bottles at once, a compact countertop rack may fill quickly, and the Poke Cactus adds only a small amount of extra capacity. Also, Dr. Brown's vent brushes are shaped for the internal vents of Dr. Brown's bottles; they are not a universal brush for every bottle brand or wide-mouth opening.
Step-by-step setup and cleaning routine
- Position the Grass rack: Set the Boon Grass rack on a flat, stable countertop near a sink but out of direct splash range. Check that the base sits level and that no water pools underneath. A wobbling rack can tip bottles; confirm stability before loading.
- Attach the Poke Cactus: Clip the Poke Cactus onto the edge or a free section of the rack according to its design, keeping it clear of the main drying area. Use it only for small, lightweight parts. Do not hang heavy bottles from the cactus; reserve it for nipples and pacifiers.
- Clean vents before drying: After washing, push a Dr. Brown's vent cleaning brush through each internal vent channel of Dr. Brown's bottles. Rinse the brush and shake off excess water. Skipping the vent brush leaves hidden milk residue that can affect drying and hygiene.
- Load parts upright with space: Stand bottles, nipples, and pacifiers upright on the grass blades, leaving a gap between each item. Avoid stacking or nesting parts. Crowding the rack blocks airflow and defeats the purpose of the grass surface.
- Air-dry fully before storage: Leave parts on the rack until completely dry, then store them in a clean, covered container. Wipe the rack base if water collects. Storing damp parts can encourage odour; check vents are dry inside before reassembly.
Product facts
- Boon Grass Countertop Baby Bottle Drying Rack - Grey: The Boon Grass Countertop Baby Bottle Drying Rack has a grass-like surface that allows air to circulate around bottles and feeding accessories. That airflow helps parts dry more thoroughly than a flat mat, provided you leave space between items.
Boon Grass Countertop Baby Bottle Drying Rack - Grey - Boon Poke Cactus Drying rack accessory: The Boon Poke Cactus Drying Rack Accessory is designed for use with a variety of drying racks and adds extra space for small baby items. It gives you a dedicated spot for nipples and pacifiers without crowding the main grass surface.
Boon Poke Cactus Drying rack accessory - Dr Browns Vent Cleaning Brushes: Dr. Brown's Vent Cleaning Brushes are specifically designed to clean the internal vents of Dr. Brown's baby bottles. Using the right brush reaches milk residue that a standard bottle brush may miss, so vents dry clean.
