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Whether you’re looking to add a high-end refrigerator to your home or upgrade your existing one, there are many things to consider before purchasing. Discover which refrigerator size is best for you by learning the difference between a standard size refrigerator and a professional size one, how to measure a refrigerator and more.
Typically, a standard freestanding refrigerator falls within these dimensions:
Width: 24 to 48 inches
Height: 62 to 70 inches
Standard refrigerator sizes are readily available from numerous brands and manufacturers in the market. Similarly, builders and developers often plan for standard refrigerator dimensions when customized cabinetry or entryways are not chosen. This approach simplifies installation through various doorways in homes and minimizes the need for extensive remodeling to accommodate a broad range of refrigerator options.
Professional-style refrigerators are typically larger than a standard-sized refrigerator and come in built-in and column configurations, offering a sleek, modern design. These models are often panel-ready, allowing for custom cabinetry integration, and their spacious storage compartments provide ample room to store a wide range of foods, ingredients and beverages.
Professional-style refrigerators typically have larger dimensions and interior cubic space compared to standard-sized refrigerators. Their inherent design is to accommodate more food items in your kitchen and allow for more flexibility in the interior configurations when it comes to different bins and shelving.
A professional-style refrigerator will often be 30 inches to 60 inches wide. These oversized options will have larger shelves to include bulk amounts of ingredients, meats and beverages inside the refrigerator.
You can find professional-style refrigerator heights similar to those of the standard-sized models. However, professional-style refrigerators can be 80 inches or higher. These larger options allow for more flexibility with shelf heights, so you can arrange your refrigerator based on the ingredients you frequently use, like larger beverage containers or different sauces.
The depth of a professional-style refrigerator will not be too far off from a standard-sized refrigerator, ranging from 26 to 33 inches.
High-end refrigerators come in a variety of sizes and configurations so that you can find the best fit for your kitchen. Keep reading to learn more about the different refrigerator types and sizes that are available.
Column refrigerators are generally available in 24, 30 and 36 inch width options, and column freezers are often available in 18, 24 and 36 inch width options. Height is generally about 83 inches and depth is about 24 to 25 inches. Column refrigerators and freezers are also available in a multitude of configurations including one, two and three column designs.
Side-by-side refrigerators are available in standard, counter-depth and professional sizes. JennAir offers side-by-side refrigerators in professional sizes with models measuring 42 or 48 inches wide, 83 inches tall and 27 inches deep.
French door refrigerators are available in standard, counter-depth and professional sizes. JennAir® built-in French door refrigerators are 42 inches wide, 84 inches tall and 24 inches deep. JennAir® freestanding French door refrigerators are 36 inches wide, 72 inches tall and 25 to 31 inches deep.
Bottom freezer refrigerators from JennAir are generally 29 inches wide, 80 inches tall and 24 inches deep. This style refrigerator is available in both left swing and right swing configurations.
As every home is unique, so is the type of refrigerator you can install in your home. Many upscale kitchens allow consumers to go beyond the standard sizes and choose refrigerators customized to their lifestyles. However, it is essential to measure your space and see what professional-style refrigerator sizes are right for you and your lifestyle.
First, measure the various entryways in your home to see what your space allows to be brought into your home. Standard homes will often be smaller than custom homes, so it's important to be aware of the available width of your entryways for installation before purchasing your new professional-style refrigerator.
The different points you should measure should include the entryways into your kitchen, your front door or exterior door and any other doorways that will be used when installing the appliance into your space.
It's also good to be aware of the space available for the professional-style refrigerator width within your cabinetry. If you already know the size of your old refrigerator, still make sure to measure the space again to ensure accurate dimensions for your new appliance. The standard size of a cabinet opening is usually 36 inches wide.
If you opt for customized cabinetry, there are endless possibilities and configurations you can choose from. This also includes getting a panel-ready unit that can accept custom-made panels to match your cabinetry.
Make sure to obtain specific dimensions for your new refrigerator and accurately measure your kitchen space for the refrigerator’s width, height and depth before purchasing.
To measure height, measure from the floor to the ceiling or bottom of any overhead cabinets.
Measure width by measuring the alcove or area between cabinets where the fridge will be placed.
For built-in or counter-depth refrigerators, measure depth by measuring from the back wall to the front edge of countertops or cabinets that the refrigerator will be placed in. Keep in mind that standard-depth refrigerators will extend past countertops and cabinets.
When measuring for your new refrigerator, make sure you also account for any clearances and ventilation needed around the appliance. Some refrigerator models require at least a ½ inch of space on all sides to ensure proper ventilation. This space is important to ensure the refrigerator is able to cool properly without overheating.
Mapping out a route for your refrigerator is essential to a successful delivery and installation process. Measure any hallways or doorways the refrigerator will need to pass through when it arrives at your home to ensure it will be able to fit.
When deciding what size refrigerator to buy, consider your kitchen space, household size, food storage needs, style preferences and any refrigerator features that are important to you.
Professional-style refrigerator sizes will often be designed wider than the standard size, so make sure to double-check measurements to ensure the refrigerator will be able to fit through your entryways and doorways if you are not remodeling your space.
