Wednesday 21 September 2022

Drinks cabinet ideas

With so many people opting to drink at home, relaxing after a long week at work or to invite friends round, it makes sense to have a space to store drinks and have your own home bar. A well-stocked drinks cabinet or home bar makes life much easier, as well as showcasing your great taste in drinks and furniture!

You can see why drinks cabinets are about so much more than just the drink, and this is why so many people are keen to stay in touch with the latest, and greatest, drinks cabinet ideas. Homes Direct 365 has you covered, so no matter how and when you pour, you will do so in great style with our drinks storage ideas.

White Telephone Box Design Drinks Cabinet

Consider your needs in finding your ideal drinks cabinet

When choosing a drinks cabinet for your home, it is important to consider your needs. How many people do you entertain? What types of drinks do you serve? Do you need a lot of storage space? These are all important factors to consider when selecting a cabinet. For example, you may opt for a modern drinks cabinet with closed doors or glass shelves, or even something more glamorous such as a marble or mirrored back panel with a stand out feature.

White Monaco Faux Marble Drinks Cabinet

Select the right size

Another important factor to consider is the size of the cabinet. You will want to make sure that your dedicated home bar or cabinet is large enough to accommodate all of your needs, but not so large that it takes up too much space in your home.

Choose the right style

There are a variety of different styles of drinks cabinets available on the market, so it is important to select one that will complement the other furnishings in your home, particularly if you have a modern kitchen. If you have a modern home, you may want to choose a sleek and simple cabinet. If you have a more traditional home, you may want to choose a bar or cabinet with more ornate details. A wine or cocktail cabinet is also a great idea if you are looking for something more light.

Consider your budget

When selecting a drinks cabinet, it is important to consider your budget. There are a variety of different prices for cabinets on the market, so you will want to make sure that you select one that fits within your budget. We have a wide variety of home bars and cabinet ideas, and you will be spoilt for choice! Read on for more inspiration.

Mango Wood Lower Home Bar

What drinks cabinet is right for you?

Our drinks cabinets come in a variety of shapes and sizes, each with its own unique benefits. You may prefer a bespoke shelving display or one with wine drawers or internal drawers to store your favourite bottles and bar accessories! Space for a cocktail shaker is always a perfect addition for any enthusiastic party host!

Shabby Chic Bar

Freestanding cabinets are flexible

The most common type of drinks cabinet is the freestanding cabinet, which can be placed anywhere in the room. Freestanding cabinets are typically made of wood or metal and have shelves for storing bottles and glassware. They also usually have doors to keep dust and light out. A stand alone unit will suit any large kitchen or open plan space and is the perfect choice to entertain guests.

Wall mounted cabinets create a permanent feature

Another popular type of drinks cabinet is the wall mounted cabinet. Wall mounted cabinets are great for small spaces as they take up less floor space. They are also typically made of wood or metal and have shelves for storing bottles and glassware. However, they do not usually have doors, so dust and light can enter. This cabinet idea is more suited to modern kitchens or any living space looking for extra storage.

Corner cabinets are great at saving space

Corner cabinets are another option for those who want to save space. Corner cabinets fit snugly into the corner of a room and are often used to store glassware and cups.

If you're feeling crafty then creating your very own home bar or drinks cabinet may be ideal for you. Using the kitchen island with oak internals, adjustable shelves and brass accents are just basic bar ideas for any social space. Other popular drinks cabinet ideas include clean lines and a slimline finish for a modern look. Read Kati's tutorial on how to make a DIY display cabinet.

Wine racks are the natural choice for those who prefer that tipple

If you mainly drink wine, there are wine racks and wine cabinets, which are specifically designed for storing wine bottles. Wine racks come in a variety of sizes and can be made of wood, metal, or plastic. As you’d expect, these cabinet ideas are usually stylish in design, so if you are looking to maintain a particular style around the home, you can do so with ease.

Honeycomb Wine Rack

A quirky cabinet starts conversations

For those looking for a fun addition to their home, there is no denying a quirky cabinet is sure to grab attention for all the right reasons.

A traditional London telephone box style drinks cabinet draws the eye to it, and people will love the choice of drinks you can store in here. If this isn’t for you, perhaps a barrel cabinet containing shelving for drinks and a flat surface for preparation is the ideal addition to your home. The great thing about this style of cabinet is not only can you prepare drinks on it; you can rest on the surface while chatting with friends. When it comes to maximising space, a drinks cabinet that doubles as a place to socialise around is always a great idea. Read on for more home bar ideas.

Large Barrel Wine Rack & Drinks Cabinet

Home Bar

Our mahogany home bars will make a huge statement in the home, just where it needs to be! Our full range includes a wet bar and dry bar depending on your needs, but if you are not clued up on the difference between a wet bar and dry bar then our previous post will help. Find out what is a dry bar and the benefits of a wet bar before committing to your dream home bar!

Mahogany Bar with Sink

Bar carts offer mobility

Bar carts are a mobile option for those who want to be able to move their drinks around easily. Our choice of bar carts are usually made of metal or wood and have shelves for storing bottles and glasses. They also usually have wheels so they can be easily moved from one room to another.

Two Tier Gold Drinks Trolley

Large and small drinks trolleys are on offer

A good thing about wine trolleys is they come in all manner of shapes and sizes. If you need a light one that is very easy to move around, but will meet the needs of two or three people, a dinky drinks trolley is of benefit. However, if you welcome a lot of guests and need a unit that is easy to move, even when laden with many drinks, you’ll find a stylish industrial drinks trolley with drawers and shelves is likely to be the best option.

Breakfast bar drinks trolleys have everything you need in one item

When space is limited, you want things in the house which serve many purposes. A drinks trolley is already functional, but if this trolley can also be used as a breakfast bar, providing a space for people to sit and socialise, it is an amazing addition to any home.

Outdoor drinks trolleys take the party outside

An outdoor drinks trolley needs larger wheels, to ensure it moves sweetly on tougher surfaces, and it needs to be more robust in dealing with weather conditions. If you party with friends or family members on a patio or in the garden, an outdoor drinks trolley helps you stay hydrated, even in the hot sun.

Pelion Black Outdoor Drinks Trolley

Wine trolleys cater to specialist needs

If you mainly drink wine, it makes sense to buy a drinks cabinet built for wine bottles. You have no shortage of options to choose from, and with a wine trolley, you can move the drinks from room to room, or person to person.

An industrial wine trolley isn’t just about the size and strength of the trolley, it fits perfectly with rooms that have a robust finish, mixing metal and wood.

Chrome and metal finishes never go out of fashion

Some people are worried about spending money on furniture and accessories that are dated before too long. If you always chase the latest trends, you’ll end up spending a lot of money updating your home every year. This is why many people opt for timeless classics, and you cannot go wrong with chrome, metal, gold or silver finishes when it comes to drinks trolleys.

Given bar carts and trolleys are designed to be wheeled around, they should fit in with different surroundings. A silver drinks trolley is ideal for any setting, and it has enough storage to ensure it meets the needs of every host. Then again, there are times when nothing but a gold standard will do, and a gold drinks trolley with two shelves and plenty of storage is ideal for many households.

Whatever type of drinks cabinet you need, and however you choose to socialise, you’ll find the ideal drinks cabinet amongst the many options stocked on Homes Direct 365.

Whether you need mobility, durability, flexibility or style, let alone a combination of these matters, check out our fantastic range of drinks cabinets from Homes Direct 365 and look forward to great times at home with your dream home bar!

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