Dimensions of a built-in refrigerator and the niche — 54 cm wide, and the difference in height
The built-in refrigerators in our catalog are 54 cm wide and 55 cm deep across all measured models; what varies is the height, and with it, the niche dimensions. Table by model, niche dimensions from the manufacturer’s specifications, and door mounting methods.
The short answer: 54 × 55 cm, and a height of 177.5 or 193.5
Of the five built-in refrigerators listed in our catalog, all have a width of 54 cm and a depth of 55 cm. The height varies: four models range from 177.5 to 178.5 cm, and one model is 193.5 cm tall. The capacity ranges from 264 to 298 liters.
This is the opposite of a freestanding refrigerator, where every dimension varies from model to model. A built-in refrigerator is designed to fit a standard niche, so the question isn’t “how wide is it,” but rather “what niche height is it intended for.”
Niche Dimensions
Two models list niche dimensions in the catalog: one requires a niche 55.5–56 cm wide, 177.8–178 cm high, and 56–59 cm deep; the other requires a niche 56 cm wide and 55 cm deep, with a height of 177.8–178.5 cm. In other words, a niche 56 cm wide and approximately 178 cm high serves as the basis for the 177.5 models.
A model that is 193.5 cm tall requires a correspondingly tall niche. Anyone replacing an existing built-in refrigerator should measure the niche itself, not the old refrigerator—and the difference between 178 and 194 is the difference between a model that fits and one that doesn’t.
How the door is mounted: sliding hinge or door-on-door
The cabinet front attaches to the refrigerator door using one of two methods, and the specification sheet indicates which one. With the “Slide Hinge” method, the cabinet door is attached to the cabinet’s hinge and slides along the refrigerator door when opened. In the “Door-on-Door” method, the cabinet front is screwed directly to the refrigerator door.
The second method has a limitation you should be aware of before ordering the cabinetry: a Samsung built-in freezer in our catalog, for example, limits the cabinet door to 25 kg and a thickness of 16 to 19 mm. A front that is heavier or thicker than that requires a different solution.
Side-by-side integrated refrigerator and freezer
The catalog features a single-door built-in refrigerator without a freezer, 289 liters, and a single-door built-in freezer, 220 liters—both measuring 54 × 177.5 × 55 cm. When placed in two adjacent niches, they form a complete 509-liter pair behind uniform cabinet fronts.
There is also a wide model: a built-in refrigerator with a bottom freezer, 69 cm wide and 389 liters in capacity, whose specification sheet lists the dimensions as 69 × 193.5 × 55 cm and features a sliding hinge mechanism. It is not included in the table because its specification sheet is not in a format that the table can read, but you can inquire about it.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the niche for a built-in refrigerator?
For 177.5 cm models in our catalog: a niche 55.5–56 cm wide, approximately 178 cm high, and 55–59 cm deep, according to the manufacturer’s specifications. For a model that is 193.5 cm tall, a correspondingly taller niche is required. Always check the specifications for the final model.
How wide is a built-in refrigerator?
All five models listed in our catalog are 54 cm wide and 55 cm deep. Another, wider model measures 69 cm.
Can a standard refrigerator be installed in a built-in refrigerator niche?
Not recommended. A freestanding refrigerator is designed to dissipate heat into an open environment, and it will have to work harder inside a closed cabinet. Furthermore, the narrowest freestanding refrigerator in our catalog is 54.9 cm wide and 56.8 cm deep, and most are even deeper.
What is the difference between a sliding hinge and a door-on-door hinge?
The sliding cabinet front is hinged to the cabinet and slides along the refrigerator door. In the “door-on-door” configuration, it is screwed directly to the refrigerator door; in this case, there are weight and thickness limitations for the front panel, which are listed in the specifications sheet.
Where do the measurements in the table come from?
From the manufacturer’s or importer’s specification sheet, as it appears in the product listing in the store’s catalog. Niche dimensions are shown only when the manufacturer has published them. Always verify with the final model before ordering custom cabinetry.
This guide was translated automatically from the Hebrew original.