[header] How to store pots and pans [title] Keep pots and pans on lined shelves if you're stacking them. [step] If you have open cabinet space, line your shelves with drawer or shelf liner. Store your pots and pans on the shelves, being careful to only stack them on top of one another when necessary. 
If you do stack your pots and pans, line each one with a paper towel, cloth, or other soft material to prevent them from being damaged. [substeps] Lingering moisture isn't great for most pots and pans and can create rust.