What needs to fit?
Count the bottles, glassware, tools, linens, and serving pieces you want the bar to hold.
Custom dry bars
A dry bar keeps the glassware close and leaves a clear place to pour a drink. Its storage and surface can be planned around a quiet evening at home or a room full of friends.
Ask about dry bars- Build timing
- Confirmed after project review
Choose what stays on display
Open shelves keep favorite glasses within reach. Closed storage gives bottles and serving pieces a place to go when the evening is over. Any appliance needs its own opening and ventilation space.
Will it include an appliance?
Share the model dimensions and ventilation requirements for any beverage fridge or other appliance.
Freestanding or fitted?
A freestanding bar can move. A fitted bar is measured around the wall, trim, and nearby cabinetry.
Can it reach the room?
Measure tight doors, stairs, and turns along the delivery path.
What the written proposal covers
The proposal covers the cabinet layout, appliance openings, materials, hardware, finish, delivery, and installation. The quote is prepared from that complete scope.
See how commissions work- Cabinet layout and storage details
- Appliance openings when included
- Wood, finish, hardware, and top
- Delivery and installation scope
Custom dry bars for homes across southern Maine
Jonathan builds dry bars for homes across southern Maine, including York and Cumberland counties. Local delivery usually includes bringing the piece into the room. Direct delivery is available across much of New England, and freight anywhere in the continental US.
Questions about custom dry bars
Can a dry bar include a beverage fridge?
Yes. Send the exact model number so the opening and ventilation can be planned correctly.
Can the bar be freestanding?
Yes. A freestanding piece can be a good choice when you may rearrange the room or move later.
What should I send about a dry bar?
Send the wall dimensions, delivery ZIP, a photo of the space, and the model number for any appliance.
Do you deliver dry bars across southern Maine?
Yes. Jonathan delivers across southern Maine and brings the piece into the room. Direct delivery and freight are available beyond that; see Delivery.
What woods can I choose for a custom dry bar?
Walnut, white oak, maple, reclaimed oak, hickory and pine are common choices. Room photos and how you will use the piece help narrow it down.
Plan the cabinetry and installation
Ask about a custom dry bar
Share the wall, the storage list, and the model number of any appliance. A photo and rough dimensions will show whether the project fits the shop.
- What to send
- Rough size, ZIP, and photos
- Build schedule
- Confirmed in your proposal
- Written quote
- Before any deposit