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• Wine Cellars
• Wine Storage
• Wine Racks
• Wine Cabinets
• Hiring a contractor

Wine Cellars

Clear everything out of the area that does not belong and put it where it does. Clearing clutter is always the first step in preparing for any remodeling job. First decide where you would like to store your wine. Make a drawing with exact measurements of the height and length of the wall. Also include any doors or windows in the room to utilize all space in your wine cellar. Measure the area so you can decide what type of storage you will need. There are several ways to store your wine. For example, wine racks, wine coolers, wine cabinets, or a wine cellar. Your wine is important to you, so choose a wine storage system that you can depend on to grow as your wine collection grows.

There are many kinds of wine cellars because there are so many kinds of wine collectors. If you want to keep wines on display, choose a furniture-grade cellar. Some will utilize the space under stairs, or a corner in the basement, and others convert a closet or larger area into a custom wine cellar. There is a wine cellar to accommodate every collection and budget.

Wine Storage

Wine is a perishable food product. When wine is exposed to heat, light or fluctuations in temperature it can spoil. Properly stored wines will maintain their quality yet many actually improve in aroma, flavor, and complexity as they mature.

You should store wine bottles on their sides to keep the corks moist. When wines are stored upright the cork dries out. The cork may work loose due to pressure changes, causing leakage of wine or permitting exposure to air and subsequent oxidation/spoilage.

Wine is stored safely from 40-65°F which will maintain the flavors that led you to buy the wine. This ideal temperature is best for short-term storage and long-term aging for all types of wines. A wine cellar will assist in maintaining a steady temperature for your wine collection.

A wine cellar is a cooling unit that a thermostat senses the temperature variation and adjusts to maintain a constant temperature to ensure you wine is kept at a stable temperature. A self-contained wine cellar plugs into a standard outlet, so you can put one anywhere in your home. Wine cellars a priced according to the size as well as the decorative features. A wine cellar is an investment designed to protect a valuable investment for your wines.

Wine Racks

Wine racks come in many shapes and sizes. They are made to fit on top of the counter, tabletop or on the floor. As your collection grows, you can add more racks to accommodate you needs. Wine racks have the ability to meet your needs whether you need a rack for 18 bottles or 24,000 you are able to find a rack for your specific needs.

Redwood is a more favored material used by racking manufacturers. When choosing a wine rack wood is the best choice due to the availability, versatility, and durability. When choosing a wine rack there should be plenty of airflow between the racks to prevent moisture and they need to be built to fit the needs of the collector.

Wine Cabinets

Wine cabinets can range in size from small to large multi-zone wine cabinets. The cabinets are ideal for long-term storage and cooling of both red and white wines and range in size from 20 bottles up to 500 bottles, which will fit any budget. The convenience of a wine cabinet is that they plug into your home outlet. They come in many sizes and are portable when you relocate.

Hiring a contractor

After clearing the area for your wine cellar and you have an idea of how much wine you will be storing you are ready to hire a contractor. You can design it yourself or hire a professional. They will come to your home and design your wine cellar to accommodate your needs. The advantage of hiring a contractor is that they will measure, construct your wine cellar for you. The wine cellar will fit specifically where you decide to have it installed. After the construction of your wine cellar your wine will be in the perfect climate. When the project is finished you will be able to enjoy your wine cellar and your wine collection.