Does exactly what I wanted to achieve. I have it span my prep sink. I place a cutting board beside it and scrape all peelings and leftovers into the colander, for later disposal in my compost bin below the sink. Plus I can use it first to wash my produce and let it drain a bit before I begin prepping. I am a messy cook when it comes to water. This helps me keep the water in the sink and not on the floor.