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what are floating wine racks?
Floating wine racks are a stylish and innovative storage solution for wine enthusiasts seeking a modern, space-efficient way to showcase their collection. Unlike traditional wall-mounted or countertop racks, floating systems create the illusion that bottles are suspended in mid-air. Featuring minimalist designs in metal, wood, or acrylic, these racks blend seamlessly into virtually any interior style.
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Floating Cable Wine Racks Kits
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Float Cable Wine Racking – 6 Bottle Kit
Price range: $500.00 through $630.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Float Cable Wine System – 12 Bottle Kit
Price range: $815.00 through $1,106.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Float Glass Shelving Unit
Price range: $476.00 through $1,284.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Floating Wine Rack Components - Build your own kit
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Float Wine Display – Glass Shelf & Clips
Price range: $62.00 through $80.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Float Wine Glass Cradles – 2 Bottle Without Clips
Price range: $99.00 through $134.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Float Wine Racking – Replacement Glass Shelf (no clips)
Price range: $115.00 through $140.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Float Wine Racking – Set of 4 High-Tension Cables
Price range: $139.00 through $193.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Pair of Wall Stabilizers for Float Wine Cradles
$54.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Pair Of Wall Stabilizers for Float Wine Shelving Unit
$54.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
choose from two glass shelves options
Float Light with Clear Glass
Float Light with Grey Glass
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How does the Float wine display system work?
The Float racking system is fully customizable to fit your design needs. Each column consists of four high-tension cables and glass bottle holders. Space bottles farther apart for a beautiful, minimalist wine storage display.
- Four high-tension cables per column
- Glass bottle cradles or shelving
- Fully customizable spacing
- Available in Quick Kits: 6-bottle or 12-bottle
Face Bottles Neck or Label Forward
Dimensions of the Float Wine Display System
Height: Standard cables can extend up to 10 feet high. Longer cables can be special ordered for taller ceilings.
Width: Label out displays should be spaced so that each column occupies a minimum of 13″.
Neck out displays require a minimum column width of 7″.
Vertical Bottle Spacing: A minimum of 4″ will accommodate most standard 750ml bottles.
Bottle Sizes: The Float wine display system’s glass plates will fit most 750ml, Champagne, and 1.5-liter magnum bottles.
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Structural Requirements
Preconstruction requirements in the floor and ceiling are critical to follow for proper installation of the Float wine display system.
A minimum 3/4″ plywood backing or similar structural framing is required. Please contact us for more information
Frequently Asked Questions
Certainly! Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about floating cable wine racks.
Unlike traditional wall-mounted or floor racks, floating systems use four high-tension cables and glass bottle holders to create the illusion that your wine is suspended in mid-air. This minimalist design focuses entirely on the bottles themselves.
Yes. The floating wine system is highly versatile, allowing you to choose between Label-Forward (best for inventory and showcasing labels) or Neck-Forward (best for higher-density storage) orientations.
To match your décor, hardware is available in Satin Chrome or Matte Black. For the bottle cradles, choose between Clear Glass or a sophisticated Light Grey Glass.
Absolutely. We recommend Custom LED Panels for floating racks. These energy-efficient panels provide optimal illumination without emitting significant heat, keeping your wine safe while highlighting the glass and cables.
Height: Standard cables accommodate ceilings up to 10 feet high, but longer cables can be special-ordered for taller spaces. Width (Label Forward): minimum 13 inches per column. Width (Neck Forward): minimum 7 inches per column.
We recommend a minimum of 4 inches of vertical bottle spacing to accommodate most standard 750ml bottles.
The glass plates are specifically designed to hold most 750ml bottles, Champagne bottles, and 1.5L Magnums.
Yes. Because the system relies on high-tension cables, proper structural backing is critical. A minimum of 3/4-inch plywood backing or similar structural framing is required in both the floor and ceiling to ensure stability.
Wall stabilizers are optional accessories that provide additional rigidity to the cables, especially in high-traffic areas or very tall installations. Pairs are available for both wine cradles and glass shelving units.
Yes, Quick Kits are offered for 6-bottle and 12-bottle configurations, which include the necessary cables, glass cradles, and clips to get you started.
Since floating racks are often placed in glass enclosures, a Free Heatload Calculation service is available to ensure your cooling unit is powerful enough to maintain the perfect temperature for your collection.
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