Custom Built Bars
Custom Built Bars Design and Installation
A custom built bar can turn an underused area into a functional entertainment space that feels tailored to how you live or work. For homeowners, Craiger Custom Design creates home bar, basement bar, and wet bar layouts that consider seating, storage, appliances, and traffic flow so the bar fits naturally into daily routines and gatherings. For business owners, we design and build bar areas for restaurant and hospitality settings that support efficient service, clear sight-lines, and durable finishes. As a Chicagoland contractor and carpenter, we help you evaluate options for wood bar construction, shelving, and countertop materials so the bar is attractive, long lasting, and coordinated with surrounding finishes.
What is a Custom Built Bar?
A custom built bar is a bar area that is designed and constructed specifically for your space rather than using pre made or modular pieces. It is planned around how you serve and store beverages, with dedicated areas for glassware, bottles, refrigeration, and in the case of a wet bar, a sink and plumbing. In a restaurant or hospitality setting, a custom built bar is engineered to support workflow behind the counter while still presenting a welcoming entertainment space for guests.
Custom Bar Maintenance
Regular maintenance helps your custom built bar stay attractive, sanitary, and functional for years. For a wood bar surface, routine wiping with a soft cloth and a mild cleaner protects the finish from rings, spills, and abrasion. In a home bar, basement bar, or wet bar, it is important to dry standing water quickly around sinks and under-counter appliances so moisture does not damage cabinets or trim. Hardware such as hinges, drawer slides, and foot rails should be checked periodically so doors close properly and seating areas remain stable in a busy entertainment space. In a restaurant setting, consistent cleaning schedules and the right products for each surface help the bar stand up to higher traffic. If you ever notice swelling, finish wear, or loose components, a qualified Chicagoland contractor can evaluate the custom bar and make adjustments or repairs to protect your investment.
Trusted Custom Bar Builders
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Experienced Custom Carpentry
We have 30+ years of experience building custom structures and additions!
Detailed Custom Bar Builder
We take a hands-on approach to every job. We work tirelessly to bring the vision you have for your home into reality.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Custom Built Bars
Questions & Answers from Your Carpentry Experts!
The cost of a custom built bar depends on room size, layout complexity, and the materials and appliances you choose. A simple home bar with limited cabinetry and a wood bar top will typically cost less than a fully equipped basement bar or wet bar with refrigeration, ice, and specialty storage. For restaurant projects, added length, durability requirements, and service equipment influence pricing. A detailed estimate is best developed after a site visit, measurements, and a discussion of how you plan to use the bar.
A functional home bar can often fit along a single wall, but it is important to allow enough depth for cabinetry, walking space, and, if desired, seating. For a basement bar that includes barstools, you will want room for both the bar footprint and comfortable circulation behind and in front of the counter. During planning, your contractor will measure clearances and help you decide whether a straight run, L shape, or corner configuration will work best in your entertainment space.
Service Area for Custom Built Bars in Chicagoland & Southern Wisconsin
Craiger Custom Design is your one-stop shop for all of your custom built bar project needs. With a large service area, there’s no need to look elsewhere. In addition to having access to a wealth of knowledge and experience with custom built bars, you can trust that our team will ensure your next project is finished with the utmost in quality and craftsmanship every single time.
We offer services to the following Illinois towns: Long Grove, Harvard, Lakemoor, Arlington Heights, Glen Ellyn, Elmhurst, Burr Ridge, Hinsdale, Wheaton, Naperville , Schaumburg, Northbrook, Grayslake, Fox Lake, Mundelein, Lake Zurich, Northbrook, Winnetka, Wilmette, Barrington, Deer Park, Libertyville, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Round Lake, McHenry, Island Lake, Algonquin, Carpentersville, Pingree Grove, Buffalo Grove, Palatine, Arlington Heights, Deerfield, Highland Park, Vernon Hills, Inverness, Long Grove, Hawthorn woods, Lake Barrington, Huntley and more.
We offer services to the following Wisconsin towns: Burlington, Lake Geneva, Elkhorn, Twin Lakes, Silver Lake, River Hills, Oconomowoc Lake, Wind Point, North Bay, Bayside, Elm Grove, Linton, Zenda, Williams Bay, Lyons, Fontana, Slades Corner and more.