How to Transform a 1910 Basement into a beautiful temperature controlled 1200 bottle Wine Cellar in 14 Steps:
Step 1: Realize a dream that a dingy 1910 Cellar can be transformed into a beautiful wine room.
Step 2: Build an optional floor using 6mill vapor barrier, then stud grid, then fill with rigid insulation
Step 3: install 3/4' Plywood Floor
Step 4: Frame room, run electric and lighting, and insulate (first install 6 mill vapor barrier behind the stud wall, use either 2x4 or 2x6 walls for greater efficiency)
Step 5: Install Green Board for better moisture control, patch, and paint
Step 6: Build all of the wine racks one at a time so they fit seamlessly in the room. Bring them in the unfinished space prior to finishing to double check tolerances.
Step 7: Prepare "hole in wall" for chilling system.
Step 8: Keep building more wine racks in shop.
Step 9: Remove all racks and install antique French oak wood flooring.
Step 10: Install chiller
Step 11: Install custom pieces for glass storage and shelving for wine boxes then finish all trim work.
Step 12: Install exterior grade door
Step 13: The moment you've been dreaming about--Bring in the wine!
Step 14: Start drinking inspiring wine!