Great looking wet bar, the only appliance missing is a microwave!
We’ve all had a time when we were at a friend or family member’s gathering and was in awe of the bar or lounge area. The marble bar, flat screen televisions, comfy bar stools and decor all tie the room together. Building your dream wet bar can be pretty easy once the basic decisions are made.
Here are some tips to making your wet bar become a reality
1. Choose a location. Usually the basement, or TV room are great places. Just make sure wherever you choose is close to a water line so that you don’t have to worry about adding one.
2. Decide your shape and top. Your first task is to pick a shape for your bar. Research designs and figure out if a C, U, or L shape fits best in your space and choice of bar top – stone, marble, wood, or granite. Choose a material that can get wet and not tarnish.
3. Decide if you’re building, or buying a ready-made cabinet. If you lack the handy skills to build a cabinet from scratch, then purchasing an already put together cabinet is the way to go. It will save you time and money. Your local home improvement store should have various options to choose from.
4. Choose your sink and faucet. If you’re unsure how to install everything, ask a professional to make sure all your pieces fit together, your spacing is correct and your water lines are running.
5. Include an appropriate number of electrical outlets behind the bar. Plan space for your electrical appliances – counter top microwaves, mixers, refrigerators, phones, etc. Turn your wet bar into a small kitchen by adding a microwave, one that conveniently fits on a countertop. Serve your guests food without the hassle of a large lounge microwave. With the iWave, you can make quick and easy bar snacks – popcorn, chip and cheese dip and salsa. Make it easy to heat up your Baileys and coffee or brandy and tea. Your company will love the convenience of your small, lightweight microwave that doesn’t clutter your area. You won’t mix a minute of the game, or action with the iWave at your fingertips.
Add your own personal tastes too. Decorate the area with your favorite sports team memorabilia, pictures, festive champagne, or margarita glasses and edgy bar stools. Check out garage sales and consignment shops for deals on dart boards, billiards, air hockey, ping pong and card tables. A wet bar is a great way to entertain friends and family with style and serves as a fun place for parties and gatherings too!
