Wine cellars are specifically designed to be in cold and dark spaces.\nWhile there\u2019s a lot of information on cooling available online, the element of\ndarkness is often left out. Wine cellar designers have limited resources to\ncreate the perfect illumination for state-of-the-art cellars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The importance of lighting for wine cellars cannot be stressed enough.\nPeople often fail to notice good lighting because, when done perfectly, is only\nfor highlighting the wine in your storage space. These spaces use unique lights\nthat are low in intensity and generate low amounts of heat. They are\nspecifically positioned to beautifully illuminate your collection safely. The lighting\nin your wine cellar<\/a> should help enhance the ambience of the cellar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before starting with the best lighting options for your wine cellar<\/strong>,\nsome light sources to avoid are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Temperature changes can threaten your collection. Therefore, you need to\nensure that all lights in your wine cellar emit cool light and are free from\nultraviolet rays. You can also consider having protective coatings like\nscreens, neutral density gels, and paints that effectively keep UV rays from\nsunlight at bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When combined with LED track lighting, wall sconces are highly beneficial. One of the most common methods used for illuminating larger cellars, these low voltage lights work perfectly as linear fixtures or a continuous rail that’s electrically charged. LED lights have numerous advantages over other alternatives like tungsten or mono-filament lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When combined with LED track lighting, wall sconces are highly beneficial. One of the most common methods used for illuminating larger cellars, these low voltage lights work perfectly as linear fixtures or a continuous rail that’s electrically charged. LED lights have numerous advantages over other alternatives like tungsten or mono-filament lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While it\u2019s a good thing to have\ndirectional beams, what’s even more important is its ability to keep cool and\nbe energy efficient at the same time. Besides, they also require minimal\nmaintenance and last much longer than traditional ones. These combined reasons\nmake them the safest option for wine collectors and popular for residential and\ncommercial cellars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n LEDs do not emit any UV light and stay cool, unlike halogens or incandescent bulbs, making them a great alternative. Serious collectors often opt for LED’s as they provide sufficient lighting without any heat emitted. While they cost more than other lighting options, they are significantly more economical. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They have a lifespan of more than 25\ntimes that of incandescent bulbs, making them a highly cost-effective option. Besides\nsaving on constant replacements, you also have lower electricity bills. They\nuse roughly 75% less energy than all kinds of other lighting options available\nin the market. As they emit minimal amounts of heat, the cooling system of your\nwine cellar doesn’t have to work as hard, <\/p>\n\n\n\n LED runaway lights or tiny sconces can also be used to highlight your shelves, wine rack, the architecture of your cellar as well as the bottles. You can even have them hidden in the background or fitted into the racking. With this additional light, you can highlight various areas of your storage space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Install dimmer switches to adjust the cellar’s brightness. Light timers\nor outlet timers, similar to ones in living rooms, can also be installed in\nyour wine cellar. This way, they turn off automatically if someone forgets to\nturn them off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Once you’ve established that LED lighting is the unmatched choice for\nilluminating wine cellars, there’s just one remaining question. How do you wish\nto illuminate your wine collection with LED lights in your wine cellar? Get in\ntouch with a reputed company to determine the various lighting options you can\nchoose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We help with every aspect of designing, planning and installing your wine cellar<\/a> to have a safe and ideal environment for wine storage. To find out how Signature Cellars<\/strong> can help you with the best lighting option for your wine cellar, call us on 1300 570 636 or email info@signaturecellars.com.au<\/a>, and we will respond shortly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks for reading, Wine cellars are specifically designed to be in cold and dark spaces. While there\u2019s a lot of information on cooling available online, the element of darkness is often left out. Wine cellar designers have limited resources to create the perfect illumination for state-of-the-art cellars. 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The Best Lighting\nOptions for your Wine Cellar<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wall Sconces<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Light Emitting Diodes Or LED Lights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Accent lights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Contact Skilled\nWine Cellar Designers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Neil Smallman<\/strong>
Signature Cellars<\/em>
1300 570 636<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"