Refrigerator Sizes
Refrigerator sizes are dependent on the design and purpose. Small, compact units can have a capacity of a couple of cubic feet. The bigger ones have capacities of over 25 cubic feet.
Styles
There are many variants and types available. The most common are the bottom freezer, side by side and top freezer. There are also French door models. They refer to units with double door bottom freezers.
Compact and Top Freezers
The compact models are typically 13 to 17 inches deep. The height is usually 19 inches. The width is 17 to 24 inches. The top freezers are much bigger. Their height ranges from 61 to 69 inches. The depth is from 25 to 28 inches. The width is 28 to 36 inches.
Counter Depth Side by Side
The refrigerator sizes for these models are as follows. They are 24 inches deep, 35 to 36 inches wide and 68 to 73 inches high.
Built-in Side by Side
These are 42 to 48 inches wide. The height is 82 to 84 inches. The depth is 23 to 25 inches.
French Door Free Standing Bottom Freezer
These are 68 to 70 inches high. The width is 33 to 36 inches. The depth is 28 to 29 inches.
Free Standing Side by Side
The width ranges from 32 to 36 inches. The height is 66 to 70 inches. The depth is 26 to 28 inches. This depth measurement is minus the handle and the door.
Other Types of Refrigerators
The counter depth French door bottom freezer has a depth ranging from 23 3/4 to 24 inches. Door bottom freezers of the French door variety are 84 inches high and 42 to 48 inches wide. The depth ranges from 23 to 25 inches.
There are also free standing freezers available. They are 30 inches deep, 70 inches high and 29 to 36 inches wide. The built-in freezer is 82 to 84 inches tall. The depth is 24 inches. The widths differ, but most are around 35 inches.
Factors Buyers Should Consider
If you live alone, a small compact fridge is the most practical and cost effective option. Many homes will find the 18 to 26 cubic ft refrigerator satisfactory.
If you like to entertain guests, a larger refrigerator size is required. The large size is also recommended for those who have several children in the house. Of course you must ensure that the unit can fit in the kitchen first.
