How to Make a Wine Rack
No matter how big or how small of a wine rack system you want to build, you can easily do so with proper planning and organization. Wooden wine racking systems are easy to design and can be configured to any size or shaped room. They are simple to assemble and can be added-on to as your wine collection grows over the years.
The first thing you want to decide is how many bottles you plan to store in your wine rack system. This will help in determining how many rows and columns you will need for your assembled wine rack. For instance, if you’re looking to store 36 bottles of wine, you can choose a wine rack configuration that has 12 rows and 3 columns, 9 rows and 4 columns, or 6 rows and 6 columns. Single access racks hold one bottle per rack space depth and measure approximately 10-13 inches deep, depending on which racking system you buy. So, regardless of the size and shape of the space you are designing your wine storage for, a wine racking system can easily accommodate it.
Another thing you need to consider is the size of the bottles you’re planning on collecting and storing. Wine bottles come in regular 750ml size or magnum size. This can make a big difference in what type of wine racking system you choose. Many of them come in a variety of sizes and can be built to accommodate varying bottle styles.
Additional diamond-shaped storage bins can also be added to your wine racking system which will easily hold an additional 100 bottles of wine in even less space than the individual racks.
For larger areas, like a wine cellar, you might want to purchase a wine rack system that can sit in the middle of the room and can be accessed from both sides. These double-sided racks can hold two bottles of wine for each rack space depth. You can also purchase front loading racks that are twice as deep and allow you to hold two bottles of wine for each rack space depth, while still being able to place it against the wall.
Wooden wine racks can be configured in a variety of attractive, decorative ways. This can include a cascading waterfall look, a curved corner design, freestanding islands, wooden case storage, and can even accommodate wine coolers, tasting tables, and wine glass racks. You can design your rack to be as simple or ornate as you like by choosing from a variety of different hardwood styles, such as redwood, maple, or pine. Additional decorative moldings, arches, and other features can also be added.
When measuring for your wine racking system, make sure you accurately determine the length and height of the area you want to use, especially if it’s a small, confined space. Also, don’t forget to consider how a door may interfere with your wine rack, particularly if it swings into the room you’ll be using. If you’re trying to fit your wine racking system into a space as tightly as possible, make sure you measure at various points along the wall and ceiling. Most walls and ceilings are not perfectly square, so you’ll want to use the lowest measurements you find so the rack will fit inside the space.
If you need to add humidity or cooling devices to the area, make sure you allow for these items in the space you’re creating for your wine rack system. Finally, make note of any ceiling ducts, beams, or trim that may interfere with your wine rack assembly.
