What's the Difference Between Integrated and Built-In Refrigerators? [Pro Refrigerator FAQ]
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- Опубліковано 2 бер 2017
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Built-in refrigerators are secured into your cabinetry but stick out. But Integrated refrigerators do not protrude and are flush to your cabinetry. The integrated style is very customizable because it can fit in seamlessly with your cabinets and can be fitted with panels to match everything else in your kitchen. There are many different styles and sizes, letting you get the perfect functionality and look for your kitchen.
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We're doing a complete kitchen remodel and one of the biggest items is swiching from a regular fridge to a built in. I've found a 42" wide built in is about the same capacity as a 36" std fridge. We're going 48. Also switching from a range/stove to a wall oven/speed oven combo. I've watched a ton of your videos to help sort this kitchen out, thank you. I wish you had a store here. None here compare.
You''re very welcome. Thanks for watching and good luck with your project!
did you find the cost worth it?
This is very educational and informative! Thank you..
That's what we're here for! Glad we could help!
Nice video,please continue.
We will!
Can a built in refrigerator be used as standalone refrigerator with manufacturer supplied stainless steel panel? I am interested in Liebherr MRB3600 that will go in a 39" wide, 28" deep refrigerator cutout. My dealer is saying that the cutout should be modified by a cabinet maker for this refrigerator to be compatible.
Your dealer will definitely be able to find this out through their rep. They usually aren't made for this but if you really want, you could consider contacting a fabricator.
So what if my ceiling height is only 8ft does this mean I couldn't get one of these fridges?
Jose,
That's a great question. Usually, if you're upgrading from a regular non-commercial style fridge it would be if you are renovating your kitchen so you could build to suit it. If you want to learn more you can check out our Counter-Depth Refrigerator Buying Guide here blog.yaleappliance.com/counter-depth-refrigerator-buying-guide
All these fridges are 84” tall which is only 7ft. So you’d have an extra foot of space before it hits the ceiling.
Having a bank of similarly looking appliances when trying to explicitly explain the differences between them wasn't the best choice imho. I want to see what sets each apart, why you might choose one over the other. Also, slightly unnerving hand positions. I gave up half way through, sorry.
You forget that short of a $100K remodel, increasing the width of your refrigerator without compromising every other aspect of your kitchen's function is impracticable, especially when your kitchen is already constrained by the location of the load-bearing walls.
Hiding your appliances behind panels to match the cabinets is a fad and will not stand the test of time. What are you going to do with your cooktop? Knickers?
For the best usable capacity, a standard depth fridge is the only way to go. If you are so ashamed of your appliances that you feel that you must hide them, build the cabinets out a bit, and cover them with fig leaves..