Singhal Homeware Stainless Steel Strainer - Micro-Perforated Strainer - Strain Pasta, Noodles, Orzo, Vegetables, Fruits and More Our lightweight steel has very small 1.8 mm holes cut into a close mesh-style pattern that allows the water to drain rapidly and stops cooked rice or small pasta from falling through. And while you might think water would drain more quickly if the holes were larger, actually the opposite is true. The entire surface of our colander is covered with micro-perforations for maximum draining, so there’s nowhere for water to get trapped. Our strainer colander basket can rest in your pot, in the sink or on a counter top, so that your hands are free to you focus on other things, so you can cook faster, easier and with better results, while avoiding the unpleasant messy part of the cooking experience.