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Wine cellars can be fitted with solid doors like the RESERVE185 or glass doors like the MILLESIME240D, and these two options offer major differences in terms of aesthetics, functionality and performance. Here are the main differences between a solid door wine cellar and a glass door wine cellar:
Aesthetics:
A wine cellar with a solid door offers a more sober and discreet appearance. The solid door can be made of metal or wood, and can blend in harmoniously with other elements in your living space. On the other hand, a wine cellar with a glass door allows you to show off your bottles and create a visually appealing display. The glass door allows you to see inside the cellar and admire your wine collection.
Visibility:
With a solid door wine cellar, you can't see inside without opening the door, as with our RESERVE300XL. This can be seen as an advantage for those who prefer to keep their wine collection out of sight or for those who wish to maintain constant darkness inside the cellar. On the other hand, a glass-door wine cellar offers direct visibility of the inside of the cellar, so you can see the bottles and easily choose the one you want.
Protection against light:
A wine cellar with a solid door offers better protection against light, particularly UV rays. UV light can alter the compounds in wine and affect its quality. The solid door therefore limits the wine's exposure to light, contributing to better preservation. On the other hand, a wine cellar with a glass door allows greater exposure to light, and it is therefore advisable to use anti-UV treated glass to minimise this effect. All our cellars are fitted with UV protection, like our CPW204B1.
Thermal insulation:
Solid doors generally provide better thermal insulation than glass doors. They help to maintain a stable temperature inside the cellar, which is essential for optimum wine conservation. Glass doors, on the other hand, can allow greater heat or cold loss, requiring additional insulation to compensate for this effect.
Presentation and visual impact:
A wine cellar with a glass door offers a more attractive visual presentation. It allows you to showcase bottles, add a touch of sophistication and create a visual impact in your space. Glass doors can also be used to display a collection of precious wines or to facilitate visual consultation of your inventory.
Ultimately, the choice between a solid door wine cellar and a glass door wine cellar depends on your personal preferences, the aesthetic impact you want to create and the practicalities of light protection and thermal insulation. Whether you opt for the understated simplicity of a solid door or the aesthetic impact of a glass door, the key is to ensure that your wine cellar perfectly meets your needs and tastes, while preserving the quality and value of your precious wine collection.
Tags: wine cellar Solid door Glass door Aesthetics UV protection Thermal insulation Wine collection Visual presentation