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The purpose of the bar cabinet, how to choose the right

The purpose of the bar cabinet, how to choose the right

For storage of alcoholic beverages, a bar cabinet can be used, which is made of expensive wood, chipboard, other popular materials, has special compartments for glasses of different sizes, Vinnitsa, and departments for bottles. Furniture design may differ in size, decor, functionality. This pleasant home accessory will become the center of attention on holidays, special days and will delight not only its owners, but also guests.

Features & Functions

Besides the fact that such a cabinet allows to store various types of alcoholic drinks, the design may differ in features and characteristics.

Modern masters offer a wide selection of projects, which can be:

  • angular;
  • similar to a simple wardrobe;
  • with a glass showcase through which the assortment is visible;
  • with backlight;
  • with dense doors hiding the contents of the furniture, creating protection from light rays;
  • There are also options with musical design and other features that the customer can make as he wishes.

The design can be equipped with a special Vinnitsa, which is made taking into account all the requirements for storage of this drink. Furniture can be designed as a bar counter cabinet.

There are miniature bar cabinets that do not require additional space, but are able to accommodate a sufficient number of bottles. Such models fit perfectly into small spaces and are suitable for those who do not collect alcohol, but use it as needed.

Functionally bar cabinets are designed for people who store alcoholic beverages at home, are connoisseurs, collectors or just love to have parties. Special shelves, sections will help put in place glasses, glasses, wine glasses, which will take their place and will always be at hand, which is convenient and rational.

Some structural details perform special functions:

  • the hinged door can become a table on which it is comfortable to pour drinks, show your collection;
  • lighting will help to emphasize the beauty of exclusive bottles, the color of the drink, create a special atmosphere, conducive to a pleasant pastime, relaxation;
  • a mirror coating of the back wall will visually increase the space, give a special play of light in glasses, bottles.

The bar cabinet can also decorate the interior of the dining room, living room, kitchen. Such furniture is convenient because everything is at hand.

Bar furniture

Bar counter

Bar cabinet with mirror

Bar cabinet in the interior

Bar cabinet in the office

Design

The design of the cabinet has different types, it all depends on the wishes of the client, his financial situation, taste, preferences, which are taken into account when placing an order for furniture.

A bar may be:

  • a small, grandmother-like chest of drawers, with sections for several bottles;
  • on the entire wall with additional accessories, decor, shelves, drawers and a bar counter;
  • with a glass showcase, mirrors, lights, aquarium;
  • different colors and shapes.

The classic model is made of expensive wood, characterized by the presence of swing doors, behind which there are special compartments for low-alcohol drinks and separately for strong ones. Most often they use a special hanger for glasses, shelves for other necessary utensils, accessories (opener, corkscrew and so on). Console cabinets are designed for small rooms. They simultaneously serve as a work surface or stand.

There are wine racks that are equipped with a special system that guarantees the correct temperature, darkness, peace and can be an alternative to the cellar. Such models are designed for the proper storage of expensive wines.

Each company producing such furniture offers its customers a range of projects that can be adjusted to suit the wishes of the customer. Everyone also has the opportunity to create an individual model for the dimensions of the area where the furniture will be located, for the number and names of drinks, for additional accessories. In a word, there are no restrictions in this case.

Bar cabinet in the office

Bar cabinet for home

Solid bar cabinet

Modern bar cabinet

Leg cabinet

Kinds

Furniture with a bar can be of different types depending on the purpose, cost, functionality and other features. Furniture serves as an independent element or as an addition to the bar.

By appointment

Each bar cabinet can have its own purpose:

  • amateur - a bar for the home, where there are alcoholic drinks without special conditions. There is no special temperature regime, dimming and storage conditions for alcohol with special requirements;
  • professional - a cabinet with a refrigeration unit, tight doors, specially equipped compartments for the correct location of the bottle, which complies with the rules for storing some drinks. In such a bar, the necessary temperature conditions are observed and there is protection against excess sunlight.
Amateur bar cabinet
Amateur
Professional bar cabinet
Professional

By design

Customers most often choose classics, modern, and manufacturers also offer today's high-tech, minimalism, art deco, urban style and even romance. It all depends on the wishes of the client, who can offer their original ideas. It can be a tasteless, pompous luxury with an overabundance of expensive decor details or, conversely, a simple grandmother's chest, without unnecessary external elements. Also, the client can choose a cabinet for the interior of the room where he will stand, the color of the walls, floor or other surfaces. Depending on the style, the color and material of manufacture: plastic, metal, wood.

By filling

The alcohol cabinet may have one or more sections. There are simple options for a bar with one shelf, no frills and additional features. There are also more complex designs that are equipped with a number of options, departments, a large number of shelves, sections, accessories.

Such bar cabinets can have special equipment that maintains a comfortable temperature, hangers and shelves for glasses, glasses and other utensils, lights, automatic door opening, a system for turning over good, expensive wine to preserve all its positive qualities.

Bar cabinet console

How to fill a bar cabinet

Arrangement of dishes in the bar cabinet

Non-standard cabinet with filling for storing alcohol

Cabinet filling

By location

The cabinet can be built-in, cabinet. It is installed in any room:

  • living room;
  • office;
  • the kitchen;
  • the dining room;
  • the bedroom.

Often the design is used for a cafe. The client himself chooses what the cabinet should look like, its color, shape in accordance with the room where it will be located. Built-in structures are also located in the wall, in an ordinary cabinet, in upholstered furniture. It all depends on the imagination of the customer and the capabilities of the manufacturer.

Where to place the bar cabinet

Bar cabinet with two doors

Large bar cabinet

Wine bar furniture

Extendable table

Materials of manufacture

Bar cabinet for home can be made of the following materials:

  • expensive types of wood - such models are impressive, fit perfectly into any interior and last a very long time. Most often in this case, do not use a lot of decor, do not make artificial exterior cladding;
  • metal and plastic - this furniture is mainly made in the style of high-tech, minimalism, urbanism. The predominance of gray, steel, black, white;
  • Particleboard, MDF - cheap materials that imitate wood, are used for a simple, inexpensive cabinet bar without advanced functionality. Finishing such furniture can be any, but it will not last long;
  • glass, mirrors - these materials most often appear in the form of decor, make the bar original, visually attractive, open to prying eyes.

From the material of manufacture depends:

  • cost;
  • functionality;
  • operational period;
  • appearance.

Correctly selected bar cabinets for the home will emphasize the status of the owner, his material capabilities, taste. The material of manufacture is also worth choosing for the interior of the room.

MDF bar cabinet
MDF
Wooden cabinet bar
Wooden
Metal bar cabinet
Metal
Glass bar cabinet
Glass

Selection rules

Bar table cabinet is worth choosing, observing the following rules:

  • initially it is decided why such furniture is needed. If a person does not need to collect a collection and store a large number of bottles, then it is better to choose a small cabinet without expensive additional functions that simply will not come in handy, but you will have to pay for it. It can also be a built-in model with minimal dimensions and options;
  • When choosing a design, you always need to remember where the bar will stand and how it will look there. The cabinet must correspond to the interior, otherwise it will turn into a "white crow", which will ruin the whole look of the room. For small rooms, angular models are relevant that will not take up much space, will make the empty corner functional;
  • The bar cabinet must match the color scheme that is present in the room where it will be located. It can be in the tone of flooring, curtains, upholstery, wallpaper or vice versa to create contrast. With radical decisions, it is best to consult a designer so that you do not regret an expensive purchase later;
  • if there is a need, it is necessary to decide on additional options in advance so as not to overpay for unnecessary, but to get what is needed. A cupboard with a bar is completely contraindicated for people suffering from alcoholism.

The main selection criteria are:

  • size - the location of the structure should not be limited by space, otherwise it is better to choose small models;
  • design, decor, accessories - in this case, special attention is paid to the workmanship, work style, color, additional options;
  • placement - the most responsible way is to choose the space for the cabinet, so that it does not look like a stranger in the interior, does not interfere, creates comfort and is in “its place”.

Such interesting furniture as a bar cabinet can become a special accessory of the owner who will tell about his well-being or, conversely, a completely useless thing that occupies a precious space. In this connection, it is worth determining exactly how much such furniture is needed at home, what benefit or harm it will bring.

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