Wet Vs. Dry Bars: Which is The Choice For You

Background: The idea for this blog post came from a recent job in Bedford, NH. Two women who had been best friends for many years decided to buy a house as an investment and live there together. They had a large, unfinished basement and a vision to use it for entertainment and their beautiful backyard. We created a ¾ bathroom for them and one large finished room. This included a simple but beautiful wet bar. 

The Difference: A wet bar and a dry bar are created to ease the entertainment process at your home. However, there is a critical difference between them. A wet bar has a sink with running water, allowing people to wash their glasses and other dishes in the same place drinks are being created. A dry bar is only a space for preparing beverages and does not include running water. 

Benefits of a Wet Bar: When is a wet bar the best option for your home? That depends on a few factors. The distance between your bar and the nearest sink in your home can contribute to this discussion. Having a flight of stairs and a long distance between your drinks and your nearest sink can be an added stress. A simple spilled drink can be a pain without running water nearby to clean it up quickly. If you plan to entertain regularly, running water is much more convenient. 

Benefits of a Dry Bar: There is a price difference between wet and dry bars. Including a sink and running water can increase the price significantly, making a dry bar the more budget-friendly option. If the distance between the nearest sink and dry bar is relatively small, it can be the best option. They take up less space than a wet bar and can usually be moved with greater ease.