DIY A Stylish Wooden Wine Rack With Built-In Storage For Glasses In Just One Day

If you're a wine enthusiast, you probably enjoy sharing and showing off your collection of preferred vintages. However, if you're storing all your bottles and wine glasses out of sight, then allowing your guests to view the selection and pouring them a glass can be somewhat inconvenient. Instead of keeping everything in your basement or at the back of one of your kitchen cabinets, you might want to consider buying or assembling a wine rack. These elegant storage solutions look luxurious, but can sometimes be quite expensive. Luckily, there's a simple way to put one together in an afternoon that won't break the bank.

If you'd like to build a wine rack for your home, @WarrenNash on YouTube has the perfect DIY tutorial for you. In the video, he repurposes an old wooden palette to create the frame for an aesthetically-pleasing wine storage unit that he then mounts on his wall. Thanks to a dash of oak varnish, the finished fixture looks gorgeous. Plus, it includes plenty of space for glasses. It's a great way to neatly display your favorite beverages without going all out on a brand-new home wine cellar.

Before you start building your new wine storage solution, you'll need to get a wooden pallet and break out a set of countersink drill bits. If you don't already have the latter, then the Wesleydrill 5 piece countersink bit set ($11.99 on Amazon) is a great choice. Make sure your wooden palette doesn't have the letters MB in the corner. This stamp indicates the use of harmful chemicals during the palette's construction. Don't forget to inspect the wood for weak points, especially if you're using an older scrap pallet.

When you're measuring and marking in accordance with Warren's tutorial video, you might want to consider using a tool like the King&Charles cabinet hardware jig ($9.44 on Amazon)to ensure that your cut lines are completely level. To attach the bottom of your wine rack, drill preliminary holes and finish them with your countersink to remove burrs and better guarantee a secure attachment. Then, use wooden dowel pins for holding the upper shelf's support boards in place. Make sure to sand down everything after assembly so that the rack looks neat and won't give you any splinters.

Since you'll be aiming for a smooth finish, you might want to use an orbital sander. Take this part of the project outside to avoid spreading sawdust everywhere. Don't forget to clear away this dust from the surface of the wood with a brush before applying varnish, and review tips for using wood stain, if applicable.

To properly store your collection of reds and whites, you'll need to think carefully about the placement of your newly-constructed wine rack. Don't put this fixture in a position where it's going to get direct sunlight, since such an arrangement could damage the contents of your bottles and alter their flavor profile. Avoid placing this shelf under a ceiling light source or lamp for the same reason. Cooler areas, away from high-temperature appliances like your stove and microwave, will also better preserve your favorite alcoholic beverages. You may prefer to store bottles you're keeping long-term on their side to prevent oxidation and protect the cork, so this option is best for wines you plan to drink soon.

Before you put your wine rack up, use a stud finder to find your wall studs. This DIY fixture will be quite heavy once you've placed a few bottles in it, and attaching its frame to these studs will better guarantee that it won't come crashing down later on. In addition, you'll want to install the rack with a set of drywall anchors in a few places between your studs, as Warren does in the video. If you don't already have a set, the LHHXX33 Drywall Anchors and Screws Combo Pack ($5.83 on Amazon) is a great choice. The end result of this project is sure to wow your guests and showcase your enthusiasm for a quality vintage.