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    A freestanding wine fridge is designed to stand alone independently with adequate ventilation around the back, sides and top of the unit. Browse a variety of units such as small, large, medium or full height. Alternatively, if you're looking for a wine fridge to be built into cabinetry, look at our built in wine fridges. A freestanding wine cooler is designed to stand independently and should not be built into any type of cabinet or cupboard

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    About Freestanding Wine Fridges & Coolers 

    You'll find our entire collection of freestanding wine coolers above. We offer a wide range of models varying in size and style including black and stainless steel - with a range of bottle capacities from 12 to 300+ bottles designed to suit your home or business, like bars and restaurants. Most freestanding wine fridges are available for delivery in 2-5 working days with 2 person delivery included across mainland UK. Take a look at the information below to help you make the right decision and if you need any help we'll be happy to assist.

    Reasons to Buy a Freestanding Wine Cooler

    Freestanding wine coolers are a wonderful option if you are looking for an immediate and effortless solution to store your collection of wine. You may not have any cabinet space in your kitchen to accommodate a built-in wine cooler and will, therefore, benefit from a freestanding model that will allow you to position it in an alternative location. The beauty of a freestanding wine cooler is that it's low-maintenance, relatively cheaper than built-in models, and very versatile in terms of where it can be installed.

    Freestanding wine fridges are particularly useful when you need a large bottle capacity, as they aren't restricted by cabinet space so that you can purchase a large one. They can be used to store all types of wine (red wine, white wine, rose wine, and sparkling wine) as dual zone coolers are available, which allow different temperature control zones within the same fridge for storage and serving. The energy rating of freestanding fridges varies by the size of the unit and the brand, so see the product page for more information. They are also choices in both black and stainless steel finish.

    Key Features of Freestanding Wine Fridges

    Freestanding wine fridges offer a range of features which provide the most idyllic conditions for valuable wine collections. Here are some of the features you can expect to find in a freestanding wine cooler. Make sure to check the specific freestanding model to confirm which features are included:

    • UV Protected Glass included as standard with all models to protect your wines from the harmful effects of UV damage due to natural light exposure.
    • Sliding Shelves are installed to allow for easy access to your wines.
    • Lockable Doors larger models feature secure lockable doors so you can keep your collection safe from unwanted attention.
    • Precise Temperature Control all units provide precise temperature control via digital displays allowing you to set the temperature exactly to the level needed.
    • Vibration Free Compressors there is nothing more damaging to wine than vibration, but most freestanding wine fridges eliminate any vibration due to their dampened, vibration free compressors.
    • Humidity Control within the fridge is managed by the internal system and kept constant between 55-85% ensuring corks don't dry out and mould is not an issue within the unit.

     

    How to Install a Freestanding Wine Fridge

    A freestanding wine cooler is designed to stand up independently and should not be built into any form of cabinet or cupboard.They require ventilation at all times. It's highly recommended that there is a minimum gap of 5-10cm around the side and rear of the unit to any other surface. It's important to note freestanding wine cooler units should not be installed under a countertop. 

    As freestanding wine coolers dissipate heat from all of their external surfaces its important that adequate ventilation is present to allow for heat to escape. Its important that freestanding models are not fit into cabinetry or place under work tops as heat can get trapped, overheating the wine cooler and potentially causing damage to its functions.

    The best place to install a freestanding unit is in a place with plenty of ventilation.

    Our Expert Delivery Service

    Once your order is placed, we'll be in touch by email to confirm a suitable delivery date with you providing the product is in stock. Once your delivery date is booked in we'll confirm the arrangements via email. On the morning of delivery we'll send you an ETA via email and then our professional 2 person delivery team will call you when they're around 1 hour away.

    On arrival, they will position your wine fridge where it needs to go and take away any packaging. Delivery from stock to most locations is available with only 2 working days notice to most locations in the UK. Most of our premium wine coolers come with a full two-year parts and labour warranty as standard.

    Need Help Choosing The Right Freestanding Wine Cooler For You?

    If you have any questions, please get in touch via our email info@expertwinestorage.co.uk or call us on 0330 133 2327 and one of expert UK sales team will be very happy to help.

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    Freestanding Wine Fridge FAQs

    What is a Freestanding Wine Cooler?

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    First off, built in wine coolers are designed to be installed in cabinets, under countertops while freestanding wine coolers must be placed on the floor with adequate space around the back, sides and top for ventilation. Freestanding units require a minimum of 10-20cm around each side in order to allow for sufficient air circulation. Freestanding wine coolers dissipate heat primarily from the back and they will overheat if enclosed.

    Can I Put a Freestanding Wine Fridge in a Cabinet?

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    No. Freestanding wine coolers are not suitable to be installed within a tight space such as a cabinet. As briefly mentioned above, this is because they emit heat from the back of the unit, and therefore if they were to be placed in a cabinet, the heat would not be able to dissipate.

    If this were to happen, the heat from a stand up wine cooler would likely build up to the point where it would begin to impact the temperature inside the unit. It could also cause the cooler to stop working altogether and eventually result in some unwanted repair bills.

    What's The Difference Between a Freestanding Wine Cooler and Built-In?

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    Built-in wine coolers are designed to be installed within cabinets or under counters whilst freestanding wine coolers are designed to stand independently. Built in models pull in cool air from a vent at the front of the unit while freestanding wine coolers dissipate from the external body via conduction. This means that when placing your freestanding wine cooler it has sufficient ventilation.

    Where Should I Locate a Freestanding Wine Cooler?

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    Freestanding wine coolers are extremely versatile in terms of where they can be positioned. They can be installed anywhere within the home, providing the correct ventilation requirements. Some popular locations for stand alone wine coolers include the kitchen, utility room, and the garage. With that being said, you will want to ensure that your freestanding cooler is positioned free from vibrations (washing machines etc) and out of direct sunlight in order to protect the wine further.

    Can I Use a Freestanding Wine Cooler Under a Counter?

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    No. As previously mentioned, freestanding wine coolers are engineered to dissipate heat from the back of the unit, so if they were to be enclosed under countertops or in close proximity to a wall, they run the risk of overheating and essentially, breaking. Also, if you were to install a freestanding cooler under your counter, you would invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty which puts you at risk of substantial repair fees.

    Can I use a Built in Cooler Like a Stand Alone Freestanding Model?

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    Yes, as built-in coolers are designed to dissipate heat from the front of the unit, they are therefore able to be used as a freestanding unit. Using a built-in wine cooler as freestanding, you will have more freedom in terms of how compactly it can be placed.

    Can I Store Different Types of Wine In a Free Standing Model?

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    If you're looking to store more than one type of wine in your wine cooler, you'll need to ensure that you choose a model that's able to accommodate multiple temperature ranges. This can be achieved by choosing a wine cooler that either features polyvalent technology or is split into two temperature zones. We offer single zone and dual zone wine coolers. Whatever your preference maybe, we'll have something for you.

    Are the Doors Reversible on Freestanding Wine Fridges?

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    Unfortunately, the vast majority of freestanding wine coolers do not have reversible doors. If you need a reversible door on your wine fridge we suggest taking a look at built in models as most of these have reversible doors.

    Can I Put a Freestanding Wine Fridge in a Garage or Cold Room?

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    Yes, providing the model you purchase has winter function or a heating element fitted. This will allow the unit to maintain the desired wine storage temperature internally even if the ambient temperature drops down to 0 degrees. Please ask us or read the product specification to see if the product has winter function.