La Sommeliere Wine Cabinet - 600mm Black - CTV178

 Installation Of Your Wine Cooler

We've selected the finest wine fridges available in the UK but we often get asked about the different installation requirments for freestanding, built in and integrated wine coolers and wine cabinets. Take a look below at our brief guides and get in touch if you have any questions - we'll be very happy to help!

Freestanding wine cooler

A freestanding wine cooler is designed to stand independently and should not be built in to any form of cabinet or cupboard. Freestanding wine fridges require ventilation at all times. It's highly recommended that there is a minimum gap of 3-5 inches from the side and rear of the unit to any other surface. Freestanding wine cooler units should not be installed under a countertop (under counter), built in to cabinetry or covered over the top in any way as this can cause over heating and negates the manufacturer warranty. Find out more about Freestanding Wine Cooler Installation.

Integrated wine cooler

Integrated wine fridges are similar to built-in wine coolers but are designed to slot in perfectly into cupboards to create a floating, seamless look. In comparison to a built-in unit, integrated wine coolers sit completely flush with your cabinetry.

Built-in/undercounter wine cooler

In contrast to a freestanding wine cooler, a built in wine cooler is designed to be fitted into a cupboard, cabinet or under counter. This being said a built in unit can also be used as a free-standing wine cooler. A built-in wine cooler has a ventilation grill which allows cool air to flow into the unit which maintains it's cooling function. Find out more about built in wine cooler installation.

Noise

Is a wine cooler noisy?

The majority of wine coolers which we stock produce a noise level of approximately 35-45 decibels (dB). When compared to other common household electrical appliances, it's useful to note, a standard dishwasher creates around 45-50 dB and a modern refrigerator generates approximately 35 dB.

The reason a modern wine cooler produces noise is for much the same reasons as a standard kitchen refrigerator. Most wine coolers are designed with a compressor, an array of fans (to consistently circulate the cool air) and refrigerant. The minor difference between a wine cooler and a standard refrigerator is that the wine cooler has the need to hold a steady, consistent temperature at all times to keep your wine perfectly chilled.

How do I reduce the noise of my wine cooler?

There are a number of ways you can mitigate and reduce the noise produced by your wine cooler:

•  Carpets, rugs, curtains and furniture can all help to absorb the sound created by your wine cooler
•  Consider using sound-absorbing materials during any home improvement work
  When it comes to the installation of your wine cooler, make sure the unit is perfectly level using a spirit level. Sound, vibration and noise absorbing materials can also be placed under your wine cooling unit.
•  Always ensure there is sufficient air circulating around the product, please see our explanations above regarding the different types of wine coolers for more information.

Get in touch...we're here to help

If you have any further questions relating to the purchase of a wine cooler from Expert Wine Storage whether this be regarding the installation of the wine cooler or a product specific question then please get in touch and we will be happy to help you

We also have useful information available via our wine guides on wine storage, wine types, general wine information and also wine serving which we hope you enjoy!

Our Price Match

Here at Expert Wine Storage we are dedicated to bringing you wine coolers and fridges you love, at prices you love. This Price Match Promise is our commitment to you.

How It Works

We review our pricing on a daily basis to ensure we’re bringing you the best price possible, however, in the rare case you find a product cheaper elsewhere we promise to beat that price for you.

•  The product must be in stock and available to purchase on our competitor's website at the time of your request; in the exact same colour, size, finish and style.
•  The product must be full price and not reduced at the time of your request.

You'll also need to take into account any delivery costs.

We can only send the promo code/price difference once we have verified the price on our competitor's website. 

A Few Terms & Conditions Specific To Expert Wine Storage

•  The price must be displayed on a UK competitor site in GBP (£) to enable us to make a price comparison.
•  We can't offer our Price Promise for products which have already been purchased from us, you must inform us of the price match before making your purchase.
•  The discount/promo code will be locked to your account and can only be used by you.
•  We do not offer a Price Promise on items sold on discounted or auction websites, Amazon or eBay.
•  The item must be in stock on the competitors website
•  The competitor must be an online store, they may not have a retail location
•  The competitor must be an Authorised Retailer for the product in question
•  The Price Promise guarantee includes the item price and the shipping charges, it excludes sales tax

However, We Do Reserve The Right To...

•  Refuse a Price Promise which would result in financial loss or unacceptable profit margins
•  To limit the quantities of price matches from a single customer
•  Not match trade prices
•  We may discontinue our Price Promise at any time

Get in touch...we're here to help

Please note that unfortunately, we can't offer Price Promise for products which have already been purchased from us and then at a later time/date found elsewhere online cheaper. Please send us the information before making your purchase should you wish to take up this offer. You can chat with us live or contact us via email at info@expertwinestorage.co.uk