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Look For Quality in Custom Wine Racks
There are certain factors to look for when choosing the proper wine bottle racks. The racks you choose should blend well with the decor of your walk-in wine cellar or other wine storage space. The design of the wine rack is important because improper storage can cause the cork of the bottle to dry out, allowing oxygen to get inside of the bottle. This can cause premature aging of the wine and completely devastate the intended flavor. Make sure your wine rack does not deteriorate quickly in humid conditions. Woods should be able to survive in a dark, damp space. Make sure this is the case with your custom wine rack before you store an entire collection on it.
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VigilantInc.com Tip: Wine Cellar Options
What conditions are best for your wines to mature properly? Mainly, factors such as temperature, lighting, and humidity are key. Once your collection of wines is large enough, you’ll need to build your own wine cellar to maintain these conditions in a consistent manner. There are two basic directions for how to build a wine cellar: have one custom made, or make one yourself. If you have the budget, a custom wine cellar that is tailor-made to your needs is the best option, as professionals are able to anticipate your collections’ specific needs. Creating your own cellar can save some money, but will require more hands-on attention. You’ll work with professionals to put together modular racks and storage systems that will suit your available space and monetary restraints.
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How to Build a Wine Rack
Sure, you can build a wine rack out of pine, cedar, or other decorative woods, but did you know they are prone to rot, and the rot can taint your expensive wines? The best way to build a wine rack is to use mahogany or redwood. Redwood is endangered, though, so try to stick with mahogany or your retailers suggestion. These woods may be a bit more expensive, but they are mildew and rot resistant.
They are also strong, durable woods, so they won't dent as easily as many other woods, although redwood is softer than mahogany. For a lifetime of enjoyment and utility, learn how to build a wine rack with the right wood. That way, you won't have to worry about replacing your wine rack someday, and you'll know your expensive collection is housed in the best wine rack available.
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VigilantInc.com Tip: Wine Racks Based on Size of Wine Collection
Wine racks essentially fall into two categories: those that store bottles in single compartments and those that store multiple bottles in one area. Both types of wine racks have advantages and disadvantages. The most obvious advantage of a multiple bottle storage arrangement is the ability to store multiple bottles of wine in the same location. A disadvantage to this system is that is can harder to find the exact bottle you are searching for with others in the way. Single label storage makes it easier to find the bottle you are looking for; however, your wine rack will likely take up more space. Choose a system based on the size of your wine storage space. Are you erecting your wine racks in a walk-in wine cellar or a designated room in your home? Look at different wine rack styles and determine the one that will work best for you based on the style, design and size of your collection.
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Quick Storing tips
Quick Storing Tips
Keep bottles on their sides
Store in cool place with little temperature fluctuation.
For long term storing, maintain high humidity levels (65%-90%)
Keep out of direct sunlight.
Keep away from heavy vibrations.
Buy a little more storage than you think you need.
Find out the age worthiness of your wines before they are past their prime.
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VigilantInc.com Tip: Wine Cabinet Solutions
Got wine? Don’t know how to store it? For a happy medium between a tabletop wine rack and a full-blown wine cellar, why not consider a wine storage cabinet? These cabinets are ideal for medium-sized collections that require special care. Wine storage cabinets are also designed to fit your home’s décor and space. Although many cabinets are pre-designed, you can often find retailers who will custom-make your wine cabinet for you, giving you even more options to store your wines with style and safety.
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Fill Space With A Dead Corner Wine Rack
When you have decorated your wine cellar with various pieces of furniture and wine racks, you sometimes find yourself with "dead" spaces. A dead space is an area of your wine cellar or room where the dimensions of the space are too awkward to accommodate a rack or furniture item. The wine racking market has the answer to that problem in dead corner wine racks.
A dead corner wine rack is designed to fill dead corners of your wine room. It has a curved, shapely design that fits into almost any corner of the room. Dead corner racks are available at most major wine rack retailers in a variety of woods, metals and colors. Use it to fill a dead space with a wine racking design element that also boasts storage efficiency.
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VigilantInc.com Tip: Wine Gift Boxes
Wine makes a great gift. For friends, family, and business associates who take wine seriously, nothing makes a more thoughtful statement than a wooden wine gift box. These boxes typically hold up to 12 bottles. They’re delightfully reminiscent of the time when wine was almost always packed in wood (instead of cardboard), and are a perfect addition to anyone’s collection. Wine can be stored safely within them, but is still easily accessible, as most wooden wine gift boxes have sliding lids. Some companies even offer personalized engravings on gift boxes.
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What is a Wine Cooling System?
A wine cellar cooling system is much more than cool air circulating around your wine collection. It is a sophisticated blend of cooling, humidity control, and the option to maintain the ideal temperature and conditions to keep your wine in prime shape. Cool air is an important part of the wine cooling system, but humidity control is just as important for long-term storage. In addition, if your cellar gets too cold, it can also affect your wine. So, for the right wine storage for all your fine wines, make sure you invest in a sophisticated wine cooling system that will keep your wines in the right conditions for years to come.
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Wine Cellars for the Small Space
If you don't have enough room for a wine cellar, you can still create a small storage area in many areas of your home. How about sectioning off a corner of your garage? Do you have a closet you aren't using? Under the stairs can be a perfect spot. How about an extra bathroom you don't use any more? If you look around your house you many find a nook or cranny that can be converted into wine storage. Small home wine cellars are popular too, and you can add a wine cellar rack to maximize your space.
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Diamond Shaped Custom Wine Rack Combines Style and Storage
Custom wine racks are common wine rack options combined with stylish efficiency. They supply unique wine storage needs. For example, some people combine smaller, stylish racks towards the front of their wine cellar and bin storage for cased wine in the rear. A popular custom wine rack option is the combination of a diamond-shaped wood wine rack with bin storage. The diamond wine rack places your bottles into individual compartments, making it easy to find the bottle of your choice. It is a custom design that suits your style and storage needs in one custom wine rack.
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Hanging Glass Rack Adds Convenience To Wine Cellar
A glass rack is another added convenience in your wine cellar equipment. A rack of glasses is convenient for wine tasting events with family and friends. A hanging glass rack usually provides storage for 15 to 20 glasses and should be securely fastened to the wall to avoid any accidental damage to your stemware. Make sure glasses are clean, sparkling and similar in size. This stemware rack adds an elegant tasting area to your wine cellar.
