While we all know that a great wine collection deserves a great wine rack, it can often be hard to find adequate storage space. While you don't want to hide your collection away in some closet, you would like to find a wine rack that is less encompassing. Is there any way to reach such a compromise? The answer is a resounding yes! In this article, we'll provide you with some great space saving ideas for wooden wine racks that will show off your collection without taking over your home.

When looking for a wooden wine rack that is space friendly, the old saying "size matters" definitely holds true. The options available to you directly correlate to the size of your wine collection. For example, if you have a collection consisting of thousands of bottles, then you are simply going to have to devote a lot of space to housing your collection. However, collections as large as several hundred can be fashionably displayed without taking up too much room. Let's take a closer look at some viable options.

With the recent boom in wine collecting, manufacturers have come up with some pretty innovative freestanding models that take up a minimum of space. These wine racks are made up of interconnecting shelves that fit one on top of the other for maximum storage in a limited area. In addition, many of these units allow for you to continue adding on as your collection grows. This eliminates the need to constantly buy bigger wine racks as the years go by.

While freestanding wine racks can make for a great conversation piece, wall mounted display kits can turn your collection into a work of art. Many of these display cubes can hold upwards of three hundred bottles, giving your collection ample room to grow. These wall displays are also great because they make choosing a wine very convenient, as they will be eye-level and easily accessible.

For those of you with smaller collections, contemporary wooden wine racks are perfect for keeping on a kitchen countertop. These racks come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and most can comfortably hold up to 20 bottles at a time. When choosing one of these countertop wine racks, it is important to remember that you want to keep the rack as sheltered as possible (away from windows, stove, etc.). This will ensure that your wine retains its true flavor and texture, and it will also keep the main counter space available for other uses.

One final space saving idea for wooden wine racks pertains to larger collections. There are racks that are made in a "curved-corner" style, which allow for amazing space control as well as visibility. These wine racks are perfect for any basement area as the collection can be viewed flush against any two walls. This type of wine rack frees up the rest of the room for any other purpose.

There are more choices than ever before when it comes to choosing a wine rack that is both stylish and functional. The important thing to remember is to choose a wine rack that fits both your eye as well as your space constraints. By following this advice, you and your family will enjoy your growing wine collection for many years to come.