🧊 Find the Right Through-the-Wall Cooling System for Your Wine Cellar
By Jim Hopper, Wine Cooling Expert
If you're designing a wine cellar or upgrading an existing one, the cooling unit you choose can make or break your collection. This guide highlights the best through-the-wall wine cooling units of 2025 — trusted by collectors, loved by homeowners.
- ✅ Self-contained, no-hassle installation
- ✅ Quiet performance with powerful temperature control
- ✅ Perfect for closets, cabinets, and small to mid-sized wine rooms
Looking for a broader comparison? Compare all Breezaire cooling systems here.
📌 Quick Answer: What’s the Best Through-the-Wall Wine Cooler in 2025?
The Breezaire WKL 1060 is the top pick for compact wine cellars. It’s whisper-quiet, easy to install, and ideal for spaces up to 140 cu. ft.
📋 Table of Contents
- What Is a Through-the-Wall Wine Cooling Unit?
- Benefits of Through-the-Wall Systems
- How to Choose the Right Model
- Noise Levels Compared
- Best Through-the-Wall Units in 2025
- Installation Tips & Resources
- FAQs
🧱 What Is a Through-the-Wall Wine Cooling Unit?
A through-the-wall unit is a self-contained system installed directly into a cellar wall. The front cools the wine cellar interior, while the rear exhausts warm air into a ventilated room. It’s a practical choice for wine enthusiasts seeking reliability without complex ductwork or split systems.
✅ Benefits of Through-the-Wall Systems
🎯 Why choose a wall-mounted self-contained system?
- Simple installation (DIY-friendly in many cases)
- No external condenser or split lines
- Affordable upfront cost
- Minimal maintenance
- Great for home conversions, wine cabinets, and under-stair cellars
📏 How to Choose the Right Model
- 📐 Cellar size: Calculate total cubic footage
- 🌡️ Ambient temp: Ensure the exhaust room stays below 85°F
- 🧱 Wall type: Insulated and sealed walls work best
- 🔌 Power: Standard 115V outlet required
- 🔇 Noise sensitivity: Choose low dBA if near living spaces
🔇 Noise Levels Compared
| Model | Max Cellar Size | Noise Level (dBA) | Vent Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breezaire WKL 1060 | Up to 140 cu. ft. | ~50–55 dBA | Rear exhaust |
| Breezaire WKL 2200 | Up to 265 cu. ft. | ~52–57 dBA | Rear exhaust |
💡 Noise perception may vary based on wall material and insulation.
🥇 Best Through-the-Wall Units in 2025
🧊 Breezaire WKL 1060
- Quiet and compact
- Perfect for cellars up to 140 cu. ft.
- Plug-and-play setup
- Rear exhaust with minimal vibration
❄ Breezaire WKL 2200
- Covers up to 265 cu. ft.
- Sentry III+ digital controller
- Trusted by contractors and DIYers alike
- Ideal for basements, pantries, or bonus rooms
🛠 Installation Tips & Resources
- Leave 3+ feet of open space behind the unit
- Don’t exhaust into a sealed or hot room
- Use a level and proper framing for support
- Seal wall edges to prevent heat intrusion
🛒 Buy with Confidence from Breezaire USA
Breezaire USA is the #1 Authorized Dealer for Breezaire wine cooling systems in the U.S. We guarantee:
- ✔️ Factory-direct shipping
- ✔️ Full manufacturer warranties
- ✔️ Expert product support
- ✔️ 5-star customer service
👉 Shop the Breezaire WKL Series Now
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