If you are fond of drinking wine, whether regularly or occasionally, then you should already know how important a wine cellar or wine room is. A wine cellar plays an important role in storing your favorite wines to be able to age them to perfection and make them ready for consumption during a special occasion with special guests or just on a random day to enjoy it for your own pleasure.
Whether you’re collecting hundreds of bottles of wine or you have a few dozens, the question you may be asking yourself is if you need to have a dedicated wine room for your favorite drink and how would it look like. If you can’t decide how to build your wine cellar, let this article guide you in building your custom wine cellar.
Do You Need to Have a Wine Cellar?
If you have at least a few bottles of wine lying around the house which you wouldn’t consume all at once in the next few days or weeks, and if you are planning to add more bottles to what you already have, then yes, it is a good decision to have your own wine room where you can properly store your wines.
Having an exclusive wine room at home comes with a lot of benefits. Here are some:
1. It prevents spoilage.
While wines can last for a long time, remember that they are still made of fruit, which makes them perishable goods. By having a wine cellar, you can prevent the spoilage of wine and allow it to age perfectly. When maintained properly, your wine room will protect your wine bottles from getting too much heat and light, which over time, may lead to changes in taste and complexion, as well as spoilage.
2. Ideal for collection and display.
Any wine connoisseur or collector will be proud to display their extensive selection of wine bottles that come from different years and places. With a wine cellar, especially if it’s a glass wine room, wine enthusiasts will have a perfect place that will allow them to not only show off their wine collection but also arrange their bottles of wine in a particular order for easy choosing and identification.
3. It improves the quality of wine.
Under the right conditions, including temperature, light, and humidity, a well-built wine cellar can help improve the quality of wines stored in it and ensure that they mature the way they should. Proper storage can have a massive impact on the flavor, aroma, and overall complexion of a bottle of wine.
Having said these, it is indeed beneficial to have a wine cellar in your home, especially if you intend to keep several bottles, grow your collection, and/or have them age for years.
Planning Your Custom Wine Cellar Glass Room
Building a personal glass wine room requires attention to a few key considerations. Look at the space you have and decide on the amount of wine that needs to be stored, as that will help determine the right design. Set up a budget that covers the building materials, the cost of installing them and the needed climate control systems. Make sure the area you choose has good temperature and humidity control, as this helps keep your wine of the highest quality. Involving design and glass specialists in the early planning will ensure your wine cellar is both pleasing to the eye and set up for proper storage.
Choosing the Right Glass and Materials
Using the right glass and materials play a key role in making your wine cellar enclosure successful. By insulating air inside the unit, the temperature and humidity remain unchanged. Since tempered glass is strong and sturdy, it ensures the safety of the birds in the enclosure. Using UV-protective glass is a good idea to keep harmful sunlight away from your wine collection. Both wood and metal are popular materials for framing, with wood giving a traditional and warm feeling and metal creating a neat, strong finish. Choosing the right glass and framing will make your cellar work better and look attractive.
Installation Process and Maintenance Tips
The beginning of installing a custom wine cellar involves measuring closely and getting the site ready. Specialists will fit the glass with the proper framing to guarantee there are no gaps for proper energy use and consistent temperature in the building. It is very important to mount a roof correctly to avoid both changes in temperature and moisture inside the house. It is important to clean the glass with the correct products on a regular schedule. Looking at seals and hardware from time to time helps reveal any issues before they get serious. Ensuring these elements are in place keeps your wines safe and lets you show off their beauty.
Benefits of Getting a Custom Built Wine Cellar Glass
There are many types of wine storage you can choose from, but getting a wine cellar glass has many advantages. If you are planning to have your wine room built and customized, consider the following reasons for getting a glass wine room.
1. Glass exudes beauty and elegance.
A glass wine storage looks amazing, especially since it can fully and clearly display your wine collection. It is built to work with your home and your home’s interior, plus it will definitely add to your home’s resale value.
2. A custom glass cellar allows you to organize your collection better.
Don’t you find it annoying when you’re looking for a particular brand or bottle of wine, but it takes you too much time to locate it? With a custom glass storage, you can find that special bottle quickly and easily.
3. Custom wine cellar glass comes with great features.
By having a custom-built glass cellar, you can instruct your contractors to add features that you like, such as multi-temperature zones that can be individually controlled and insulated glass doors that reduce heat transfer. These features will t will allow each bottle of your wines to reach its true potential.
4. Glass can easily be integrated into any environment.
Whether you choose to build your wine cellar in your home, at work, or in a commercial setting, glass provides an aesthetic appeal that levels up your interior design.
5. Finally, you have the final say on its look and feel.
By having your wine cellar custom-built with glass storage, cabinets, and doors, you have a wide variety to choose from. From compact storage to under-counter units to huge glass cabinetry, you can customize your wine room according to your preferences, requirements, and personal taste.
If you are ready to build your wine cellar glass, we can help you custom create the perfect storage for your wine collection. Contact our renovation specialists at Glass Project Solutions and let’s discuss your ideas about how we can build the perfect glass wine room for your home.
