Temperature in the cellar: how to achieve the ideal
Kolomaki Quick Cellars – natural climate without electricity
A cellar is not just an underground space. Its main purpose is to create stable and suitable conditions for long-term storage of vegetables, preserves, wine, and other supplies. Temperature is the key factor.
Ideal temperature: what does it mean?
Unlike outdoor conditions, where temperatures can range from –25 °C in winter to +40 °C in summer, a proper cellar should maintain a much more stable regime:
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In winter – not less than +5 °C
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In summer – 10 to 25 degrees cooler than outside
These conditions prevent freezing of vegetables and overheating of wine, even during the hottest days. The key to achieving this is proper cellar installation and construction.
How is temperature regulated in Kolomaki Quick cellars?
The Kolomaki Quick cellar operates without electricity thanks to the natural properties of the soil:
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It is buried underground – the deeper, the more stable and lower the temperature.
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Contact with the soil on all sides helps stabilize temperature and retain coolness.
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Thick polypropylene walls and the option to insulate the lid provide extra protection against overheating.
How to avoid overheating in summer?
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Insulate the top part of the cellar, where most heat penetrates.
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Place the cellar in the shade – under trees or a shelter.
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Orient the entrance to the north, protecting it from the sun.
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Avoid installation under asphalt, concrete, or sunny areas.
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The deeper the installation, the cooler it is.
How does the user affect the temperature?
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Avoid entering the cellar too often.
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Keep the cellar filled – stored goods act as a natural cold accumulator.
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Control ventilation: ventilate freely in winter; limit air exchange in summer.
Summary
The Kolomaki Quick cellar is a system that, when properly installed and used, maintains an ideal microclimate year-round without electricity or complex technology. Follow simple rules, and your harvest and supplies will stay in perfect condition.