It is difficult for a modern person to imagine how people used to do without a refrigerator. Today, almost every family has this attribute of household appliances. The market for freezing equipment is saturated with its various types. The model range includes single-chamber units, also two-chamber, non-standard, narrow, built-in, two-door, two-wing, side by side. It is important for the buyer to know that the standard dimensions of the refrigerator depend on the design features and the country of manufacture.
Common Dimensions
Experts advise, before you buy a refrigerator, you should decide on a number of important criteria. The main requirements are its dimensions. The basis for determining the size of the selected freezing equipment is the area of the equipped room or kitchen.
The characteristics of the technology include certain parameters, including linear dimensions: width, height, depth. The dimensions of Russian-made refrigerators are determined by the typical dimensions:
- Width from 50 to 70 cm.
- Depth is defined 60 cm.
- Height from 85 to 210 cm.
European-made freezing equipment is tall and narrowed in width. Asian countries produce medium-sized aggregates; American-made products are large in size. Its weight depends on the design features of the equipment, its value ranges from 20 to 160 kg.
The kitchens of a private house are designed for massive appliances. In apartment buildings, it is desirable to purchase mini or small-sized models, but there are options for average weight. The size of the refrigerator depends on the number of chambers. Among consumers, single-chamber models are also in demand, as well as two-chamber, atypical, narrow, side by side models.
Single chamber
Design developments recommend purchasing single-chamber units for one-room apartments or studios. These models allow you to store a small volume of products.
Their dimensions are determined by height in the range from 50 to 120 cm, the width can be from 50 to 60 cm, the depth depends on the design features.
The freezer is located at the top of the unit. The technique has several advantages: simple operation and maintenance, not expensive.
Dual chamber
Models of two-chamber units are preferred by large families. The main chamber is used to cool food, the other is a freezer.
The height of such equipment is determined by the height of up to 2.1 meters, its width reaches 90 cm, the depth does not exceed 60 cm.
This is a roomy technique, the freezer can be located in the lower or upper compartment. Its capabilities allow you to adjust the temperature regime of each compartment. The presence of additional functions provides automatic defrosting of the unit, as well as quick freezing of products.
Side by side
Spacious side-by-side refrigerators are equipped with a large number of additional functions, as well as mounts and shelves. The presence of improved thermal insulation reduces energy consumption. The design of the unit contains two chambers, one is reserved for the freezer, the second moderately cools the food.
Side by Side freezing equipment is spacious and equipped with a large number of additional functions. The cameras are placed next to each other, one side is taken under the freezer, the other under the moderate cooling unit.
These are large-sized units, their sizes are indicated by a height of 170 to 200 cm, a depth of 60 to 90 cm, a width of 80 to 100 cm. Massive household equipment is suitable for large rooms.
Custom and narrow
Non-standard models of refrigerators have a huge number of design solutions. They are wide, their width reaches 80 cm, designed to store large products. The presence of several cameras makes it possible to distribute products according to storage conditions. In the compartments, you can adjust the temperature regime, and also use the mode of storage of products in a vacuum.
Narrow models are produced for small-sized rooms or studio apartments, their dimensions are determined up to 2 meters high, up to 55 cm wide. When installing the unit, it should be noted that the shutters open at an angle, experts advise not to place them close to the wall.
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Standard refrigerator sizes
The main parameters by which you can determine the standard size of the refrigerator - width, height, depth and volume. Often they depend on the characteristics of different types of refrigeration units. In Asian and European countries, standard models are very different from each other. Models from Europe are usually tall and narrow, in height can reach two meters. Asian options are usually medium in size, and American units are always very wide and tall.
The standard size of refrigeration units in Russia varies in the following ranges:
- width - 50–70 cm
- height - 85-210 cm,
- depth - 60 cm
- volume - 250-350 liters.
Modern refrigeration equipment can weigh from 20 to 160 kg. If the buyer lives in a multi-storey building, do not choose very heavy models, since a large load on the floors between floors is not allowed.
Mini bar
The minibar is the smallest refrigeration equipment available today.
Such models are ideal in the following cases:
- If it will be used by one or two people who do not eat too often at home and do not gather large companies.
- This unit will be appropriate in the country, if a person does not live there permanently.
- A minibar is often installed in offices for cooling drinks, storing lunches brought from home, and small snack sets.
- Sometimes they buy it as a second refrigerator when there is no longer enough space to store food in the first unit.
Also, minibars can be found in the living room, where they are used mainly for cooling drinks. Small designer refrigerators are great for a small kitchen, they are often built into the kitchen, bar counter or furniture wall in the living room. The width of this technique is 50-60 cm, the height is from 50 to 110 cm, the volume is 120-220 liters.
Mini-bars are usually single-chamber and do not have a freezer. Their plus - small dimensions and low price, and minus - more than a modest capacity.
Medium low
Models of medium low refrigerators reach a height of 1.5 meters, width and depth - usually 60 cm. The freezer in such units is most often small and is located on top. If the minibar could be built into furniture, then with an average low refrigerator this option will not work. It will stand alone, but it does not take up much space compared to other, larger models.
Medium Tall and Tall Refrigerator
Medium high refrigeration equipment can reach a height of up to 180 cm, the width of the refrigerator is standard, as well as a depth of 60 cm. Among them, there are models with both one and two chambers. Where the freezer is located - top or bottom - it does not matter, both options are acceptable.
On sale you can find tall models that can afford the owners of a large, spacious kitchen and high growth. The height of such units is up to 210 cm. Despite the fact that this equipment is spacious enough, low people will be very uncomfortable to use it. After all, in order to climb onto the upper rack, each time you will need some kind of stand. In addition, large refrigeration units consume much more electricity. These nuances also need to be considered when choosing a technique.
Single chamber
Single-chamber refrigerators are quite compact, small, 50–120 cm high and 50–60 cm wide. The main part is 25 to 140 liters, and freezers are 40–60 liters. Freezers in such units are of medium size and are usually located at the top. Such models are preferred by people who do not need to store a large number of products.
They have undoubted advantages:
- ease,
- ease of delivery and installation,
- budgeting.
Bivalve
Double-wing models are in greatest demand among the modern buyer. They are also called two-chamber. They are intended for an ordinary average family of several people.
- width - 50-80 cm,
- height - 120-210 cm,
- depth - 60 cm
- volume - 250-370 liters.
Such a two-door unit has two chambers - the main refrigerator and freezer, each of which has a separate door, which is why they are called double-leaf. The freezer can be located either above or below, depending on the model. It is roomy enough, sometimes equipped with additional functions - quick freezing or automatic defrosting.
In this technique, as a rule, two compressors are built in, with which you can independently adjust the temperature separately in each compartment. Another plus is that on sale are two-chamber refrigerators with a variety of designs and colors. That is, you can choose exactly the model that successfully fits into the overall style of the kitchen.
Multi-chamber
Multi-chamber units differ in that they have more than two chambers for separate storage of different types of products. That is, in one chamber you can store fresh vegetables and fruits, in the other - dairy products, in the third - juices and drinks.
Advantages of such units:
- Large capacity.
- You can store different products in separate compartments.
- For each of the departments, you can set a separate temperature.
- Such models are equipped with a function of storing food in a vacuum.
With this method of storage, products remain fresh much longer, since each species is behind a separate door, which favorably affects the temperature and microclimate in the chamber.
The dimensions of such units are significant:
- height - 170-220 cm,
- width - 60-110 cm
- depth - 60–90 cm,
- volume - up to 700 liters.
Refrigerators side by side
The largest, roomy refrigerators equipped with many additional functions are called side by side. The cameras in them are not located above and below, as in conventional refrigerators, but next to each other. On the one hand there is a freezer section, and on the other - a refrigeration section.
The dimensions of this unit are as follows:
- height - 170-200 cm,
- width - 80-100 cm,
- depth - 60–90 cm,
- volume - 400-800 liters.
Since these are the most modern models, they are equipped with additional technical devices and devices. Due to the enhanced thermal insulation, energy is saved, in addition, at the bottom of the unit there is a heat exchanger equipped with a device that repels dust, which greatly facilitates the maintenance of this technique.
Side by side refrigerators have many convenient and useful features:
- Search for breakdowns using automation.
- An odor absorbing device is integrated.
- Electronic control - there are special programs that can be used to change some settings through a regular cell phone, for example, the cooling temperature in different compartments.
- The No Frost function has been installed, which evenly distributes cold among numerous chambers and departments, with each shelf receiving the same cooling.
- To preserve the furniture located next to the refrigerator, special limiters are installed on the doors.
- There is a system of freezing ice in the form of cubes.
- The presence of a built-in bar and wine department.
- Spacious drawer in the freezer, allowing you to freeze a huge amount of products for future use, all winter.
When buying such equipment, you first need to think about whether it will go through the door and where it can be put, as it is very bulky. The room should be spacious enough so that you can freely open the doors in different directions and so that the refrigerator does not interfere with the free movement of the owners.
In addition, this technique has a few more disadvantages:
- Since there is a heat exchanger below, you cannot install such a unit on a heated floor - it will quickly fail.
- To use the function of freezing ice, you need to connect the refrigerator with water supply.
- It is not necessary to install in a multi-storey building, as this technique has a very large weight, undesirable for pressure on the floor slabs.
- Very high price, affordable not for everyone.
Size Guidelines
When choosing a refrigeration unit, the size of the room in which it will be installed is of great importance. There is nothing good in the fact that the refrigerator will occupy half the kitchen and will constantly interfere with the free movement of all family members.
Be sure to pay attention to the growth of people living in the house: if among them there are stunted ones, you should not buy a very high model.
If you do not need a large, massive unit, you can purchase a compact mini-bar, built-in under the countertop or in the kitchen.
Refrigerator installation rules
It is necessary to ensure that this equipment is at a distance of 50-60 cm from any heating devices - whether it be a gas stove or a heating radiator. It is also undesirable that its side wall is in contact with the sink. If water constantly gets on it, the equipment will not last long.
Do not push the unit close to the wall, since the air, heating in the heat exchanger, should be able to freely rise up.
For any household appliances, including a refrigerator, it is very harmful when direct sunlight falls on it. This leads to overheating of the unit and its quick failure. Also, when installing the unit, you need to make sure that when you open the refrigerator door, it does not block the entrance to the kitchen.
Niche size for the refrigerator
If you need refrigeration equipment to be built into the kitchen, you should make sure that the furniture has a niche that is suitable in size. When buying an embedded model in the documents for it, in addition to information about the unit itself, requirements for the size of the niche will be indicated.
Between the refrigeration unit and the rear wall of the niche, it is necessary to leave a small space of 5-7 cm. This is done to circulate cold and heated air from the heat exchanger. Therefore, the back board of the niche must be equipped with several small holes at the top and bottom. If this is not done, the refrigerator will freeze badly and consume much more electricity than it should.
If both a kitchen set and a refrigerator are purchased at the same time, it is better to use the services of the same manufacturer - this will allow you to build in appliances with maximum convenience. Of course, you can try to install in the furniture and the equipment that you already have, but this will require much more effort, unforeseen difficulties may arise.
How to choose the size?
If saving kitchen space is not at the forefront, then the future owners are practically unlimited. There is one old rule that states that the amount depends only on the number of people living in the house. However, it often does not work at all, since it all depends on habits, the presence of tailed “living creatures” in the house, and on people's lifestyle.
For example, a small person is “wooed” by a small aggregate, but he is not always the best choice. If the owner (hostess) buys food once or twice a month, when he has a large dog or cat in his “companions” that does not complain of appetite, then a small appliance will be insufficient. Before the holidays, small refrigerators are also “stressed” by the load.Therefore, a roomy unit is always optimal. Another thing is if such a "freedom" is hindered by a small footage.
The dimensions of this technique are selected so that there are no obstacles to opening the door. Free access to the kitchen is the second necessary condition. Before buying, you need to assess the conformity of the external and internal usable volume of the refrigerator and freezer compartment. Sometimes a refrigerator, massive outside, inside, on the contrary, can not boast of capacity.
The volume of the freezer should be relatively large if the owners are accustomed to freezing not only fresh meat and fish, but also semi-finished products, herbs, vegetables, berries or mushrooms, ice cubes. If a minimum of products will be stored in it, then the volume of the freezer can be donated to the refrigerator compartment.
The main characteristics of refrigerators
This type of household appliances is used not only in residential buildings and apartments. In any organization where people work, such equipment is indispensable. This widespread demand explains a wide range of models. It’s his fault that choosing a suitable model is very difficult. There are devices with manual and automatic control, with various types of freezing products and the location of the chambers. Some models have displays.
However, with a variety of characteristics, the dimensions of the refrigeration equipment remain determining. The choice of owners depends on the ability to "squeeze" a large model into the kitchen, a possible alternative is to send the device to the "link" - into the corridor.
Dimensions of refrigerators
Usually the main dimensions are estimated: height, depth, width. All equipment can be divided into three types:
- Mini fridges. They can have either one or two cameras.
- Medium in size. These devices are often equipped with two cameras. They have a common or separate door for each compartment.
- Full size. This category includes large models - two-chamber. The departments in them always have “their” doors.
There is another classification of refrigerators, according to the region of production:
- Asian, they are medium in size, not too large a freezer located at the bottom,
- American, they are made on a grand scale: the dimensions of refrigerators are large, they are wider and higher than ordinary standard ones,
- European ones do not differ in width, have a height of more than 1800 mm, the refrigerator compartment is located above the freezer.
The dimensions of the products are very different, for this reason it is possible to determine the standard dimensions of the refrigerator very conditionally.
Technique Parameters
The main indicator is height. It is very different, as it depends on the country of origin. In European countries, these units have:
- height 850-2000 mm,
- depth 600 mm
- 600 mm wide.
In terms of height, full-fledged (large) equipment is divided into high (maximum 2500 mm) and small (1300 mm). Since different heights of refrigerators are not an exception, but as a rule, these standard units have very different volumes - 300-800 liters.
There is another type of refrigeration equipment. It is used in offices, hotel rooms, in dachas and in homes. These are mini-refrigerators, often single-chamber. The height of such miniature structures is 500-1200 mm, the standard width is 500 mm. Capacity - 120-220 liters. 4-60 liters are allocated to the freezer, 25-140 to the refrigerator compartment. Their differences from large models are simplicity of units and lower weight.
Height
This is the first characteristic that customers pay attention to when choosing a model. The higher the height, the more voluminous, more practical the model, especially for those kitchens in which space is very limited by the necessary furniture and other household appliances.
The standard height of full-sized refrigerators is 1800-2100 mm. Inside this interval are units that differ in "length" by just a couple of centimeters. For example, there are models of "growth" 1800 and 1820, 1880 or 1900 mm. Such parameters have two-chamber units having two doors and a lower location of the freezer compartment.
The standard sizes of the refrigerator, located in the middle category, are 1300-1500 mm. For these models, the height does not change to the minimum values. In this case, it is 1300, 1450, 1500 or 1550 mm. These devices can have one camera or two, a common door or their own for each compartment. The most popular models are equipped with a separate medium-sized freezer.
Mini-refrigerators are single-chamber or two-chamber, the most common models have a height of 400-900 mm. Small bars - 400-500 mm, two-chamber models - 800-900 mm. In the last “kids”, a small freezer is sometimes equipped, but a separate opening door for it is usually not installed.
Width
For small rooms, this is the second important parameter. If the height is chosen based on the convenience of using the refrigerator, then the width is greatly limited by neighboring furniture or walls. It is clear that the wider the refrigerator, the greater the number of products it will turn out to "cram." The narrow space will not allow this.
The standard width of full-sized refrigeration equipment is 600 mm, however, a minimum change in size in any direction is allowed (5-10 mm). The internal space of such models makes it possible to place three three-liter cans or two pans in a row, the width of which is 250 mm. The advantage of these refrigerators is the ease of storage of a large number of containers of various volumes.
The width of medium-sized refrigerators is 500-600 mm. Narrow models designed for kitchens with a lack of free space are popular. The width of such structures is 500 mm. Non-standard equipment is characterized by the most convenient dimensions: in devices with an upper freezer arrangement, the width is significant - 800 mm. But such a design "fit" not everywhere.
Miniature models are more compact, so they are easy to install in living rooms, bedrooms or offices. This is convenient if the owners need a set of chilled products (fruits) or drinks that should be at hand at any time. The width of mini-refrigerators is from 400 to 500 mm.
Depth
This indicator is the distance between the front surface of the door and the protruding rear elements. These standard dimensions of a full-size refrigerator are 600-700 mm. The most popular models with a smaller parameter, since 600 mm allows you to install the unit in kitchens with the same depth of the working surface. The maximum indicator is chosen by those whose apartment or house gives a chance not to worry about lack of space.
For medium-sized refrigerators, a depth of 500-600 mm is considered standard. Often such equipment has the same depth and width. In this case, square shelves make it possible to conveniently place different products. Mini-refrigerators have a depth of 370-500 mm, but the compressor of compact models occupies the internal volume. This must be taken into account if the owners plan to buy a similar design.
Depth is an important parameter, but the maximum indicator does not always guarantee ease of use. It is much more difficult to stack products in the freezer compartments of such devices, which means that their removal will also be difficult.
Bicameral
The purpose of the two-chamber models is to provide food storage for families of 3-4 people. The height of such a technique can vary greatly: small devices reach only 1300 mm, giants - up to 2100 mm. Their minimum width is 500 mm, the maximum is 800-900 mm. Depth - up to 600 mm. The volume of equipment depends on the design, the range is wide: from 250 to 370 liters. The refrigerator and freezer have a separate door. Pluses of two-chamber designs:
- the ability to choose the upper or lower placement of the freezer, its capacity,
- additional functions - quick freezing, automatic defrosting,
- the autonomy of the compartments, the ability to adjust the temperature in them,
- a wide range of.
There are practically no drawbacks to such refrigerators, therefore they are very popular.
Side by side
These refrigerators are an American invention: two-in-one designs, or literally, side by side. Two identical chambers are located side by side, but one (on the right) is the refrigerator compartment, and the other is a freezer. The standard sizes of the refrigerator can be different:
- height - from 1700 to 2000 mm,
- depth - 600-900,
- width - 800-1200.
Their capacity is also very different: for small models it is relatively modest (400 liters), for large dual refrigerators the volume is almost a record - 800 liters. Cons of these models are sure to be found. This is a high price, heaviness and maximum free space, which must be sacrificed "for the sake" of a massive structure.
What affects the choice of a refrigerator?
To select the optimal dimensions of the refrigeration equipment, the following factors are taken into account:
- The area of the kitchen, its layout. For equipment, it is necessary to ensure correct operation, ease of use. Saving useful space in kitchens is almost always a necessity.
- The growth of living in an apartment. It will not be easy for small adults to get to the upper shelves, so the model “skyscrapers” will not add comfort.
- A chance to build equipment in the headset. In this case, you need to pay attention to narrow models, the depth of which does not exceed 600 mm.
- Type of flooring. Not every material can withstand the heavy weight of the structure. The mass must be checked with the sales assistant, because even with the same dimensions, the weight of the models can differ by 15-20 kg.
When placing a refrigerator, you must adhere to such recommendations:
- 50 mm - the minimum distance between the wall and the back panel of the device, since only good ventilation guarantees its trouble-free operation,
- the large width of the device means the same dimensional doors, but they should not interfere with the owners - make passage difficult in the open state.
Another rule concerns the proximity of refrigeration equipment to sources of elevated temperature. 500 mm - the maximum permissible distance from the refrigerator to the stove or radiator.
Atlant
This is a Belarusian manufacturer, whose refrigerators have gained popularity due to the high quality of the products and their adequate price. Atlant produces simple refrigerators without freezer compartments, full-fledged two-chamber equipment and freezer cabinets.
Full-size models with a height of 1800 mm and a width of 550 mm are most in demand. Despite the relatively small size of the case, the volume of the refrigerator and freezer compartment of the models is sufficient for most families.
Medium-sized refrigerators have a maximum height of 1,500 mm; their width is usually 600 mm. The devices are equipped with a freezer located at the bottom, equipped with a separate door. These appliances are ideal for small spaces.
The manufacturer has a few small models. As a rule, these are cold stores. The most compact devices have the following dimensions: height 400 mm, depth 470, width 485.
Bosch
The famous German concern produces a line of refrigeration equipment equipped with two compressors. This is a traditional version with a lower freezer and individual leaves. The dimensions of the models do not differ in variety. Their height is 1850-2000 mm, depth 650 (exception - 630 mm), width - 600.
If buyers prefer to choose standard options, then they will not have to be separately interested in volume. The capacity of the freezer models is always the same: this parameter is 97 liters. The refrigerator compartment of the lower models (1850 mm) has a volume of 228 liters. Branch "tall" models - 257 liters.
Bosch also has non-standard equipment. Its height is 1860 mm, depth 800, width - 900. The freezer is traditionally located in the lower part of the structure. Its volume is 140 liters, the capacity of the refrigerator compartment is 476 liters.
Indesit
In the lineup of this Italian (since 2014 American) company, there are mainly two-chamber models, full-sized, with separate wings. For such refrigerators do not use overhead handles, so the devices are compact. The difference between these models is the different sizes of the chambers: in some of them the volumes of the compartments are almost the same, in others the freezers are very small.
Standard dimensions of a large-sized refrigerator: height from 1800 to 2000 mm, width - 600 mm. Medium models with a freezer compartment located on the top have a wider width: 700 mm. They are usually equipped with separate doors.
Small units at Indesit for its small size is quite wide (600 mm). Freezers are characterized by large volumes, thanks to which the equipment is not only convenient, but also as functional as possible.
LG and Samsung
Both companies from South Korea have long been well known for their reliable technology, so they do not need a special introduction.
This manufacturer produces a wide range of products, including side-by-side constructions. Large-sized units have the following parameters:
- height of 1860, 1890, 1900 and 2000 mm,
- depth - 660-690,
- width - 595.
The width of some medium-sized refrigerators is -780 mm. Dimensions Side by Side:
- height 1800 or 1890 mm,
- depth - 740 or 770,
- width - 910, 1200.
The smallest devices have very different parameters.
Sizing Guidelines
There is some unwritten correlation between the recommended dimensions of the refrigerator and the number of people living in the apartment, stating that the larger the family, the larger this unit should be. However, this rule does not always work, and it is much more important to consider the habits and lifestyle of future equipment owners. For example, even a lonely person may need a refrigerator as large as possible if, for example, he prefers to travel for food once, but for a long time. And a large family may have a habit of eating out, in which case a small refrigerator would be a better option. Thus, choosing a refrigerator, you need to focus solely on the dimensions of the room in which it will stand, the preferences and lifestyle of future owners of this miracle of technology.
The dimensions of the refrigerator must be selected by first measuring the kitchen or room in which it will stand. It is important to provide for the unimpeded opening of the refrigerator door so that this can be done freely without touching the furniture standing next to it and, preferably, without blocking the passage to other family members. In addition, when buying, you should evaluate the ratio of external volume to internal usable space. There are poorly designed products that occupy a large area, but at the same time accommodate indecently few products.
It is also useful to evaluate in advance how the refrigerator and freezer compartments relate to each other. In this matter, it is important to take into account your own household habits: if you are planning to store a large number of frozen canned food, mushrooms, meat, greens and other crops, it is better to choose a model with a large freezer, if fresh food is preferred, you can sacrifice the freezer volume in order to increase the volume of the refrigerator compartment .
For a spacious apartment
Large refrigerators are recommended for large families or people of high stature. Their height can reach 210 centimeters, and it will not be easy for small people to get products from the top shelf of such a model. The depth standard for both medium and high refrigerators is 60 centimeters, the width can vary from 50 to 60.
To category Side by side refrigerators of really impressive sizes are those whose compartments are not located one above the other, but next to them there is a freezer compartment on the left and a refrigeration compartment on the right.A similar design was invented in order to guarantee the lowest possible load on the parts - if instead of two there was one door, it would take more space to open it, and its weight would be many times higher than the standard one. Such models, of course, require appropriate space - in a small kitchen they can not fit. The undeniable advantages of such giants include the ability to simultaneously store a large number of products. Such refrigerated cabinets are suitable for people who try to get to the store as little as possible and buy as many products as possible.
Refrigerated Cabinets Side by side they are often equipped with ice generators, special compartments for storing and cooling wines, and built-in mechanisms for making cocktails. Some models can be connected to the latest “smart home” system and controlled remotely, in addition, despite their impressive size, such units use electricity very moderately.
The standard dimensions for such models are:
• height from 170 centimeters to 1.9 m,
• width up to 1 meter,
• depth from 60 to 80 centimeters,
• the volume can vary from 350 to 800 liters. The refrigerator can be up to 520 liters, and the freezer can be up to 280.
Popular Options
The most popular are dual-chamber models.. Their assortment is extensive, and buyers can choose the necessary unit in accordance with any of their requirements, from the height to the favorite color. Due to the presence of two built-in compressors, it is possible to adjust the temperature in each chamber separately. Modern manufacturers saturate refrigerated cabinets with many new options: quick freezing function, automatic defrosting, antibacterial spraying, blowing, chambers with a special freshness zone and many other engineering achievements. Due to such innovations, using a refrigerator becomes not only necessary, but also very pleasant.
From the point of view of food storage, household refrigerated cabinets are considered the most convenient. They are distinguished by a special configuration: more than two separate storage compartments: a freezer, a compartment for storing meat, fruits and herbs, other compartments with special functions. This position of the departments significantly increases the level of food safety, because each type of food is stored behind its own door, which leads to a decrease in the number of door openings, which is favorable for maintaining the internal temperature and microclimate. Such models are often equipped with the latest features, for example, a vacuum storage compartment or special filters to maintain fresh air.
The main disadvantage of such units is their rather large dimensions:
- average height is 2 meters,
- width varies from 60 centimeters to 1.2 meters,
- depth can reach 90 centimeters,
- volume can be up to 700 liters.
Custom models
In order to save space, many manufacturers offer to place the refrigerator in an unusual layout or to integrate it into the kitchen, in the assortment of large companies there are non-standard models. For example, you can buy narrow models, whose width is only 40 centimeters. The depth standard for these original models is different for different manufacturers.
A built-in refrigerator usually has a depth of 55 centimeters and a width of 60 centimeters; the height can be up to two hundred centimeters, depending on the model. In the case when the unit is built in under the countertop, there are some nuances: in particular, the cabinet can be two-door, and most importantly - its size should be small. The height can be no more than 82 centimeters, the depth and width most often ranges from 55 to 57 centimeters.
General recommendations
When determining the size of the refrigerator, you must remember about the features of the room in which it will be located. So, it is important to provide that the opening door does not block the entrance to the kitchen. In addition, the dimensions of the unit must be such that it is possible to place it at a distance of not less than 50 centimeters from the heating battery or stove. Also, the rear wall of the refrigerator should not be adjacent to the wall. Thus, in addition to the dimensions of the refrigerator itself, it is important to measure the surrounding space in order to correctly position the unit in the room.
After determining the desired and necessary dimensions of the refrigerator, it will be important to pay close attention to the material and location of the shelves for products, the number and location of compartments, the level of energy consumption, noise and vibration levels, additional functions and other characteristics. Still, the refrigerator in the modern world is a matter of prime necessity and it is necessary to use it many times a day, so you need to approach its choice very thoughtfully and responsibly.
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Other characteristics
In our article, let's take a closer look at other basic characteristics (except for the dimensions and volume of the camera) of built-in household appliances.
In modern stores, there are two types of household appliances: with a classic (drip) system that requires regular defrosting, and No frost, which does not require it. The second option is more convenient to use and modern.
If the iron or vacuum cleaner does not work all day and night, and the power consumption is not one of the decisive factors when buying, then when buying a refrigerator, we must remember that it will work day after day, year after year without rest. Electricity bills should not upset the homeowner, so it's time to talk about the power consumption of a domestic refrigerator.
We remind you that built-in models consume less energy than classic individual refrigerators due to high-quality thermal insulation. Power depends on the size of the model, the characteristics of its performance.
The energy class of an individual model is assigned taking into account the volume of the refrigerator, the presence of the No frost system and other characteristics. The most common markings are A and A +, these are modern models with reduced energy consumption, which means more economical.
About them it was already mentioned above in the article, they can be from one (refrigerating or freezing) to several.
Their number depends on the number of compartments of the refrigerator, may be from one to several. Accordingly, a larger number of compressors increases the power consumption of the model.
The operating efficiency of the compressor and its energy consumption depend on a number of parameters:
- the size of the refrigerator and (or) freezer,
- the temperature of the kitchen
- camera tightness
- the frequency of opening the doors of household appliances.
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The most popular sizes of automatic washing machines
If a person is going to buy himself an automatic washing machine, then perhaps he will be worried about the functional and overall features of various kinds of models. City apartment buildings, built back in the Soviet period, are, let's say, compact in size, so the owners cannot but be interested in the size of the washer.
Before buying a washing machine, you should decide where it will stand
In principle, you can buy a large washing machine, but arrange it in the kitchen or in the hallway. Most models are standard. They are approximately the same size. But, if a person needs a washing machine for personal laundry or other similar purposes, then it is necessary to find a more overall model. Such models will be able to wash more laundry in one procedure. But, more people want to buy a washing machine specifically for home use. In this case, it is necessary to proceed from the availability of free space, which is in the apartment. And also on what washing programs are needed for the needs of the owners of the household appliance. By tradition, the machine is usually placed in the bathroom. Experts advise to consider this option as a priority.
The dimensions of the washers can be measured by standard parameters:
In most cases, the main parameter for choosing a machine is the width. Also, in some cases, height is important, for example, when the owner of household appliances wants to install a washing machine under the sink or build a countertop above it. Dimensions and comfort of use in narrow rooms may also depend on the design of the machines.
In variants with front loading, it should be provided that there is some free space on the front side of household appliances, since it is from this side that the machine has an opening door. Through it, dirty laundry is loaded into the drum, as well as taking out already washed items. When using machines with horizontal loading, there will be absolutely no need to worry about the availability of free space on the sides and on the front of the household appliance, because its hatch opens up. This type of machine can not be arranged under the washbasin or under the countertop, because in this case there will be problems with opening the hatch and loading and unloading.
The size standard with front loading depends on the type of machine:
- Width - 60-85 cm,
- Height is about 90 cm,
- Depth - 32-60 cm.
The dimensions of the models with vertical loading are standard - the depth is about 60 cm, the height is about 85 cm, the width is 40-45 cm. The models weigh differently. Some modifications can reach a weight of 85 kg. The minimum weight of a household appliance is 50 kg. Most of the cars have an average weight of about 65 kg.
Dependence of the size of the refrigerator depending on the number of chambers
The most compact traditionally are single-chamber refrigerators. They have a small freezer at the top. The dimensions of such an apparatus are as follows: width 50-60, height up to 120 centimeters, and volume up to 220 liters.
Two-chamber models, as the name implies, have two isolated chambers, for the cooling of which two compressors are responsible. A smaller freezer is located at the bottom. Their sizes are as follows: height 130-210, width 50-70 centimeters, total volume 260-380 liters.
Side by Side refrigerators are the most expensive and most advanced. New models are equipped with all relevant systems, such as know-how frost. There is a function of creating ice, as well as all types of isolated cameras. Some models even have televisions. You can only use this technique if you have large kitchens. The sizes are as follows: height, width and depth - 170-190, up to 100, 60-80 centimeters respectively. The volume can reach up to 700 liters, and the minimum is 350 liters.
French dor. The rarest models of multi-chamber refrigerators in our market. The upper chamber is usually a two-door. Below is a freshness zone and a freezer. Moreover, they can be put forward. Dimensions are usually as follows: height 168-200, depth 55-90, width 60-120 centimeters. The maximum volume is 650 liters.
Standard sizes of kitchen facades
There are no strict standards regarding the size of kitchen furniture. There are special tables, but they are rather advisory in nature. We look at the amendments regarding the standard dimensions of the facades for the kitchen:
- There are no state standards that could oblige manufacturers to produce kitchen furniture of certain dimensions.
- Despite the lack of basic standards, facade manufacturers are trying to adhere to the recommended standardized dimensions.
- Most manufacturers try to adhere to the standard sizes of MDF kitchen facades and other materials, especially when it comes to product width.
Some manufacturers make universal furniture. Such a cabinet can be used not only in the kitchen, but also in other residential premises.
Dimensions: Width, Height, Depth
The choice of models of refrigeration units is diverse not only in functional terms, but also in size. Explore all the advantages and disadvantages of individual models and determine the exact dimensions of the new technology. Only then, taking into account the size of the built-in appliances, start choosing a specific kitchen set.
Single chamber options
Single chamber refrigerators for home use are less popular today. They are significantly inferior to their counterparts. They are one compartment, where both the refrigeration and freezer zones are located. Freezing is not so effective, the shelf life of products is reduced. Often ice forms. There are only models with a refrigerator or freezer compartment.
Nevertheless, single-chamber technology also has a place to be. Its main advantage is compactness. Width varies from 55 to 60 cm. Depth - not more than 55 cm. The height of the refrigerator with one camera can be different. If it is a minibar or a freezer, then not higher than 70 cm and not lower than 50 cm. Installed under the countertop - 82 cm. Model only with a refrigerator from 100 to 140 cm. The option of a refrigerator combined with a freezer is up to 177 cm high. Tall models range from 200 to 215 cm.
Two-chamber dimensions
The most sought-after type - two-chamber refrigerators. In this embodiment, both compartments are isolated from each other.
The standard depth, like the rest of the models, is 55 cm. If we talk about the width, it often reaches 90 cm. But there are narrower ones - from 73 cm. You can choose a wide option. The width of such a refrigerator can be 120 cm. The height varies from 82 cm to 2 m 13 cm.
Side-by-Side Dimensions
Side-by-Side (“side by side”) - such refrigerators differ in impressive volume. Suitable for a large family or for those who prefer to store food “in reserve”. More than two-chamber analogues in 2 times. Here, the freezer and refrigerator are next to each other, and not under each other. When choosing such a refrigerator, it is worth considering its size. Definitely it is suitable for a large kitchen in an apartment or for your own home. Side-by-side capacity reaches a volume of 600 liters, a freezer - about 300 liters. The depth can be either standard - 55 cm, or greater - from 60 to 72 cm. The width of such a refrigerator is not less than 90 cm, can reach 120 cm. Height is from 177 cm to 2 m.
Dimensions of facades and doors
The dimensions of the facades and doors of refrigerators, as a rule, are determined by the manufacturers and are indicated in the attached instructions. So, the width of the panel should be 2-3 cm greater than the width of the built-in appliances. For example, if the standard width is 90 cm, then the facade is 92-93 cm. The thickness should vary from 16 to 19 mm. The gap from the refrigerator door to the cabinet is about 3 mm, a little more, but no less.
With proper mounting, the panel covers both the refrigerator itself and all the gaps. Facade installation methods may vary. Usually they are also painted in the instructions. A separate mounting scheme may also be included.
What are the optimal sizes?
To choose the optimal size of the built-in refrigerator, first of all, be guided by your preferences. It is necessary that the new technology fully meets the needs of the family. If you do not engage in frequent homework, you have a small family, then it is better to choose a smaller refrigerator. When storing a significant amount of food, give preference to models more impressive.
Do not forget to pay attention to the functionality. For different options, it can vary significantly.
Also, when choosing a refrigerator and its dimensions, consider the capacity of your kitchen
It is important that it does not interfere with the passage and does not occupy an impressive part of the area
Semi-automatic washing machines
For many, it will be a real discovery that this technique is still popular. But, this is actually so.They buy these models for cottages, in country houses in which there is no central water supply. The dimensions of this technique do not have standards.
Washing machines of this type can be very spacious, for example, RENOVA WS50PT, it allows you to lay 5 kg of laundry. There are also small sizes, for example, WILLMARK WM20A, which fits only 2 kg, and the dimensions are 320x320x450.
Non-standard are both small-sized models and large-sized washers. Most often, these devices include industrial equipment, which is designed for significant volumes - 14-18 kg.
An example is the Girbau HS6017.
The dimensions of this technique are 1404x868x962. And the drum volume allows you to load up to 17 kg. Such models are acquired by enterprises that are forced to constantly wash laundry in significant quantities - supermarkets, hotels, factories.
Among the equipment that is intended for domestic use, you can also meet non-standard models, for example, Ariston AQXF129H. The height of the washer, where 6 kg is placed in the tank, is 1050 mm, this is due to the container for dirty clothes, which is located below the machine.
Another group of equipment that differs in standards from the main manufactured washing machines is automatic machines with a water tank. This technique can itself take water from the tank if there is no main water supply. The range of these devices does not differ in variety - the most popular are Gorenje washing machines, for example, Gorenje W 72 ZX1 / R.
Wine cabinet
A collection of favorite wines should certainly be stored in appropriate temperature conditions, a built-in wine cabinet (sometimes called climatic) is in every way an ideal option and a modern analogue of ancient wine cellars.
There are also traditional wine cooler cabinets, but we advise you to take a closer look at the built-in models. You can easily fit them into the interior of the living room, dining room or kitchen by putting it in a closet or column.
Various manufacturers offer a wide range of home-built wine cellars to choose from: from narrow to wide models, with one door or 2-door. Accordingly, the sizes vary greatly. You can buy a cabinet the size of a full refrigerator or choose a small model with a height of about 80 cm. It all depends on your needs.
It is very important to consider the capacity of the wine cabinet. It is measured not in liters, as is the case with a standard refrigerator, but in bottles
Accordingly, you can focus on how much alcohol you need to store. A bottle of Bordeaux, the volume of which is 750 ml, is considered to be a conventional unit of measurement. The "bottle" capacity indicator is indicated by the manufacturer in the documentation that came with the wine cabinet.
Most often, wine cabinets have a glass door; they are not hidden like ordinary refrigerators or freezers behind the dull wooden facades of a furniture set. Such a wine cabinet can look like a showcase decorating any room, because such cabinets can be purchased in any style solution: from classic to high-tech.
Wine is a moody product, afraid of high and low temperatures, sunlight, humidity changes. In addition, glass bottles pose a potential threat to children and pets, so the purchase of a separate unit of household appliances that will ensure the safety of your drinks is a reasonable and responsible decision.
Everywhere: under the countertop of the bar, in a pillar next to the sofa in the living room, in a narrow pencil case in the dining room - a stylish wine cabinet fits perfectly into the interior.
How to choose?
The choice of the size of the kitchen table, except on the number of people living in the house and at the same time eating, depends on several more factors:
The most important parameter here is the area of the room itself. After installing this piece of furniture in the kitchen, there must be room for passage
And also to open the drawers and doors of the headset.
Choosing the right shape for the dining table in the kitchen is also very important. Today, furniture manufacturers and designers often move away from the standard rectangular, rounded shapes of this item, using completely fancy types of countertops, but this may not always be appropriate.
The rectangular shape attribute is a classic version that can be placed anywhere in the room.
This piece of furniture can be placed in the middle, pushed it a little to the side or placed against the wall. It will look equally good everywhere, and will not hide the additional floor area.
A square table can significantly save useful area in the kitchen. Pushed into the very corner, it will become a place for eating a young family of two. But once he is pushed into the middle of the room, four people will be placed behind him. And this with a side length of only 90 cm.
- The round attribute will add originality to the interior, in addition, the absence of sharp corners will become very relevant if there are children in the house. This form of countertops will help to seat a lot more people at the table than, say, a square of the same area. But this form has its drawbacks. And one of the main ones is the inability to move this table to the wall. In addition, large tables become inconvenient for communication and board games.
- Oval tables can also be called classic shapes. They are indispensable in large families, in addition, they create a special atmosphere in the kitchen, since for the most part they have a magnificent appearance.
- For small apartments, where the kitchen area does not exceed 6 square meters. m, it is quite popular to set kitchen tables in a semicircular shape. Such a piece of furniture, pushed close to the wall, will occupy a minimum of space and at the same time allow the whole family to comfortably accommodate.
Zoning with a headset
Regardless of the size of the furniture, you can use it to divide the space into several zones:
- very low - from the floor 40 cm, the zone with minimal accessibility, inconvenient to use, suitable for storing equipment that is rarely used or heavy dishes,
- low - the level from the floor is 40–75 cm, it is recommended for storage of dishes or equipment that is used up to 2 times a day
- average - from the floor 75–190 cm, at this height all objects are visible, they are easy to reach. Suitable for inventory that is used every day and very often,
- high - located at a height of more than 190 cm, suitable for storing light things that are rarely used.
The kitchen should be equipped based on the total area and layout, the area for lunch and work is taken into account. Kitchens up to 7 sq.m. require individual planning, because in a small space you need to install appliances, a table and furniture.
Experts advise using only the most necessary items, without which it is impossible to work in the kitchen. For example, if the cooking process is not frequent, and the family is small, then you can put 2 comfortable stove. If possible, take the refrigerator to the loggia or to the corridor.
In middle kitchens up to 12 sq.m. it is better to use a corner headset, linear or U-shaped. Built-in appliances in furniture, and the horizontal arrangement of cabinets will help to visually increase the area.
In spacious kitchens of more than 12 sq.m., where length and width allow, you can create any layout. The island set looks spectacular. For the working part, about 5 sq.m. is enough. When forming the island, you need to leave a reserve of space on either side of 1.2 m.
The standard sizes of furniture for kitchens may not always be suitable for owners or create restrictions, therefore, when choosing, you need to take into account the individual characteristics of the room. Details on the planning of the kitchen and the development of drawings are presented in the video:
Dimensioning and placement recommendations
Refrigerators are sometimes chosen only for an interesting design, and during operation, inconsistencies of working and technical characteristics arise with those that were desired. It is necessary to approach the selection and purchase of refrigeration equipment responsibly, comprehensively considering the characteristics, parameters, functionality of the unit you like. The main recommendations are:
- When the kitchen is characterized by a sufficiently large space and allows you to place refrigeration equipment of virtually any parameter, it is not necessary to give preference to bulky models only because of their solid appearance. The internal volume must meet the needs and be filled, since otherwise the expediency of such a purchase is in question.
- It is undesirable to buy a unit with a volumetric freezer when they do not plan to make long-term and large frosts. If the vast majority of the products used in the menu are chilled, then they buy an unit with a capacious refrigerating compartment.
- It is desirable to determine the dimensions of the refrigerator and subject to the conditions of the kitchen, since such an aggregate and minimalist design are poorly combined.
- Side-by-Side refrigerators are undesirable to be placed near the wall, since in this version one of the wings will not be able to swing open completely, which causes discomfort for users of the equipment.
- When they choose a mini-fridge and place it under the countertop, they select a place at the maximum distance from the washing machine.
Subject to such rules, it is possible to choose a unit that can accommodate in a particular kitchen and will be comfortable in operation.
