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Questions to ask before you build your Home bar
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Before you get started on your home bar you should take a few minutes to think about the look and layout you want to have. If you take the time in the beginning to make a solid plan for your home bar you will be happier with the results. We have compiled a list of questions (don't be alarmed by the number - they are painless) that you should ask yourself before you get started. There is no right or wrong answer, just questions to get you in the proper mind frame to build your perfect home bar...
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Layout and Design of your Home Bar
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This is where your Home Bar starts to take shape, going through this stage of planning will give you insight into the size of your bar, what type of bar furniture and beer refrigeration you will need as well as how long this project will take. One good way to get ideas is to visit some local taverns and take a close (sober) look at what they have. What elements do you like? Adding a big glass mirror on the back bar? Where will the liquor bottles be placed? What types of bar stools? Look at the bar structure... how was it made, what's it made out of? Visit a bunch of places and make notes of the things you like. Bringing along a digital camera can always help...
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Draft Beer and Wine Refrigeration for your Home Bar
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Refrigeration is one of the most important components of your Home Bar. There are many types of bar refrigeration: Wine Refrigerators, Draft Beer Refrigerators, Kegerators, Beverage Centers, and Ice Makers. The types of refrigeration you incorporate sinto your bar will be based on the amount of room you have and the types of beverages you enjoy. You can also use a single piece of refrigeration like a back bar refrigerator to handle beer, wine, and soda. You must also consider if you are going to build your units into the counter or under the bar...
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Building your home bar
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Let's assume you have decided not to buy a ready to assemble (RTA) home bar but install a custom home bar. You need to determine if you are going to build it yourself or if you are going to hire a contractor to do it. This will depend on the amount of free time you have vs. the amount money you have to spend. The size of the project and you time frame will also factor into who builds your home bar...
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