As the classic saying goes, everything old is new again, and that is certainly true with style and fashion. It’s also true when it comes to home decor and interior design. Lately, wet bars seem to be one of the trendiest and functional pieces to feature in your home.

What is the point of a wet bar?

A wet bar is a designated space where you can make alcoholic drinks for guests while entertaining in-home. Its name comes from the fact that a wet bar always has a sink. This sink allows for easy clean-up without having to retreat to your kitchen sink, and it can also act as a makeshift ice bucket.

Do I need a wet bar in basement?

Finished basements make wonderful spaces for parties and entertaining, but they are usually not close to the kitchen. In this case, a wet bar may be the best choice, as access to water may be needed for rinsing glasses or cleaning out a blender or other drink mixing tools.

What can replace a wet bar?

4. Wine Bar. Wine storage tends to be more popular in new homes than a wet bar, and with the addition of some open store above, an existing wet bar can instantly be converted to a wine bar!

Do wet bars increase home value?

This unique addition could also boost your home’s value

Expanding on the conversation piece aspect, a wet bar is exactly the kind of bell and whistle that many modern home buyers are looking for.

Is a wet bar worth it?

A wet bar can be very helpful if you entertain away from your normal kitchen area. For instance, if you like to have drinks during a party in a finished basement, you won’t have to run upstairs to rinse out a pitcher. You can also have a wet bar on a deck or patio if you enjoy entertaining outside.

Why is it called a dry bar?

Essentially, a wet-bar has a sink with running water. A dry bar only has a place where you can prepare drinks and no sink.

Does a wet bar have a fridge?

They are built up against the wall (think galley kitchen style) in the main “living” space and have a sink with running water as well as a mini-fridge and microwave.

Why do people put bars in their basement?

Believe it or not, the basement bars that you recognize from the ’70s trace their roots all the way back to the Victorian Era’s tea carts. These carts, handy for parlor socializing, later evolved into what we know today as the bar cart.

How much does it cost to build a wet bar in your basement?

The cost to build a wet bar can run you anywhere from $500 up to $20,000 or even more, depending on how elaborate your features are, whether your bar has a sink, and if you decide to go the do-it-yourself route or hire a professional.

When were wet bars popular?

When they were popular in the 1950s and ’60s, wet bars featured mirrors, a sink, lots of shelf space for bottles and shot glasses, and dark wood cabinets. With the light colors being used in today’s homes, the old bar can easily look out of place.

Where do you put a wet bar?

You should put it where you do the majority of your entertaining. If you have parties outside by the grill you can build your wet bar outside. In the home you can place it by your kitchen, great room or a recreational room.

What does a wet bar look like?

A wet bar is basically a galley kitchen meets bar. It usually includes the common kitchen essentials: cabinetry, countertop, sink & faucet with various under counter appliances; all with the intention of serving family & friends.