In this article, we’re going to be discussing whether it’s worth it to purchase a wine refrigerator. What is a wine fridge? This is a question that we get asked. Simply put, a wine fridge is a multi-functional appliance used to store wine bottles for the main purpose of keeping them at their ideal, chilled temperature. It’s also commonly referred to as a wine cooler. There are several different types of wine refrigerators available to buy, for example you can get a thermoelectric or compressor powered unit. Each has its own unique benefits and drawbacks, with thermoelectric cooling systems generally being used in smaller wine coolers, as opposed to compressor…
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Where To Put A Wine Fridge?
Understanding the Importance of Having a Wine Refrigerator Wine is a drink that many people enjoy. It is a drink that can be a celebration or a personal joy. Wine is also expensive and so there are many people who want to store it in a way that preserves it and keeps it from going bad. This is where a wine refrigerator comes in handy, as it helps preserve wine by maintaining the ideal temperature, based on the type/variety of wine that is being stored. Deciding where to put your wine fridge can be a little tricky. This article will help you figure out the best place for your wine…
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How Much Does A Wine Fridge Weigh?
In this article, we’re going to be discussing how much a typical wine fridge weighs. But first, it’s important to note that there are several types of wine fridges that exist. And subsequently, because there are different types, there are also multiple sized units available. Therefore, to appropriately answer this question, we’ve provided some real examples of small, medium-sized and large wine coolers, and their actual weight measurements. So with that being said, let’s talk about how much wine fridges typically weigh! How Much Do Wine Fridges Weigh? As mentioned, because there are a variety of sized wine fridges that you can choose from, we’ve picked three popular small, medium…
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How Many Bottles Does a Wine Fridge Hold?
In this article, we’re going to be discussing how many bottles a wine refrigerator can hold, and subsequently, the different types of wine cooler which are available on the market. Before getting into what the common bottle capacity is for a wine fridge, it’s important to understand the basics behind wine fridges, and how they differ from each other in terms of sizing and cooling capability. What is a wine fridge? A wine refrigerator is an appliance used to cool and store wine bottle collections at an ideal temperature. These units are commonly used in residential applications, with many people having them installed within their kitchen or wine cellar; And…
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Can a Wine Fridge be used for Beer?
In this article, we’re going to be discussing whether a wine fridge can be used to store beer, and what the ideal temperature is for storing specific types of beer. With that being said, before we talk about this, let’s briefly talk about the functions of a wine cooler, and what the temperature limitations are. Wine Cooler Functions It is no secret that wine coolers are wonderful tools for storing and displaying your wine collection, whether you have it in a bar setting, commercial environment or wine cellar. Depending on the type of wine cooler used, red wines can typically be kept at 50°F to 64°F, white wines can be…
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Where to Buy a Wine Fridge?
In this article, we’re going to be discussing where to buy a wine fridge. It’s really important to make sure that you purchase a wine cooler from a reliable, reputable supplier and we’re going to be talking about how you can find such a company. For those who may be asking, why buy a wine cooler? Well, we’ll briefly discuss their importance before diving into where to buy one from. The importance of a wine cooler A wine refrigerator is an appliance that is used to store wine at the ideal temperature. Wine refrigerators provide the perfect environment for the long-term storage of your wine collection. Whether you’re a…
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Can a Wine Fridge Be Transported On its Side?
In this article, we’re going to be discussing if a wine refrigerator can be transported on its side, or if it’s better to place the fridge in a standing position. However, to fully understand the rationale behind the answer, let’s firstly discuss how exactly a wine fridge works! An explanation of how wine refrigerators work Refrigerators create a cooling effect within a compartment by continuously evaporating and condensing refrigerant gases. The compressor pumps the refrigerant gas into the coils of the refrigerator to accomplish this. Lubricating and cooling oils are specially formulated to ensure that the compressor runs smoothly. As you lay your refrigerator on its side, the oil…
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What Temp Should a Wine Fridge Be?
In this article, we’re going to be discussing what temperature a wine refrigerator should be operated at. Did you know that it takes approximately 1.5 hours to chill from room temperature (70 degrees) to 50 degrees? [bu.edu] And so you’ll want to make sure that your wine is chilled well in advance to when you’re looking to serve it. But what temperature should you store your wine at? Well, there are several factors that would affect the temperature that you should have your wine cooler at, and we’ve provided these directly below: Types of Wine Cooler Now before we dive into the temperatures, let’s briefly talk about the fact that…
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How to Reduce Humidity in a Wine Fridge?
In this article, we’re going to be discussing how exactly you can reduce the humidity in a wine refrigerator. This is so that you can keep your wine collection in a cool environment, which is conducive to maintaining its condition. Now, it might seem a little odd to think that minimizing humidity is such a big deal. As a general rule, the cooler your refrigerator is, the less volatile the air will be, and the less moisture will appear inside the wine fridge itself. You can tell if a wine fridge is too humid, because the back wall of the unit will attract moisture, and water droplets will form and…
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Thermoelectric Vs Compressor Wine Coolers
In this article we’re going to be discussing the differences between a thermoelectric and compressor-powered wine fridge. We see a lot of aspiring wine enthusiasts asking this question, and so we wanted to address it in a blog post. Wine Coolers are one of the most essential wine accessories for wine connoisseurs. There are two main wine cooling systems: Thermoelectric and Compressor. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, without further ado, let’s get into comparing them both! Compressor vs Thermoelectric Unit As we briefly mention above, there are two major technologies used in wine coolers today, thermoelectric and the compressor-based systems. The former uses thermoelectric cooling technology…