Are You Getting The Most Out Of Your Integral Fridges?
Integrated Fridges
The integrated fridge freezer s are flush with custom cabinetry for a completely seamless look. They can also feature a bonus drawer in the middle, which is ideal to store charcuterie boards and wine before guests arrive.
This design has some negatives. One of the downsides is that they could lower your home's resale price if you decide to sell.
The Bosch Serie 2 KIR24NSF0G
This Bosch fridge offers the quality and clever storage space of an actual built-in fridge for a much lower price. It's a great choice for those who don't have large amount of storage space in your kitchen and includes multiple shelves on the doors as well as an egg rack, an ample salad crisper and a chrome wine rack to accommodate the needs of all your chilled food. The LED lights bring a whole new lighting concept to refrigerators, ensuring even, glare-free interior illumination. They also use less electricity and last longer than conventional fridge lights.
The Bosch Serie 2 refrigerator uses cutting-edge technology to ensure that your food stays longer and fresher and is focused on health and ease of use. The Dual Compressor and dual Evaporator setup in the Bosch Serie 2 refrigerator is more advanced than a standard refrigerator. It offers the ideal environment for food preservation. They are equipped with VitaFreshPro and internal water dispensers that aid in ensuring that fruits, vegetables and meats retain their texture and flavor.
All Bosch refrigerators are easy to clean and operate features. The stainless steel exterior and handle bar made of silver are compatible with the majority of Bosch appliances to create a seamless kitchen look. Bosch also offers an anti-fingerprint finish on the front of their refrigerators essential for families with young children.
Bosch offers a variety of freestanding refrigerators that can fit in with any kitchen. This model is at the top of their line, with dual compressors and VitaFreshPro advanced settings that help keep food fresher longer. It also features a clear MultiBox with an elongated bottom that helps protect vegetables and fruits from becoming wilted. The Auto Defrost System will automatically evaporate the condensation and makes cleaning your fridge a breeze. Doors are reversible which means you can set them to open from the left or right to suit your kitchen's layout. Its 133-litre capacity is enough for most families, with three shelves and multiple compartments for doors to store your grocery items. The door hinges are also adjustable, so you can adjust the height of the fridge in line with your cabinetry. If you're worried about space, this fridge is also available in slimline versions to fit undercounters.
The Samsung Bespone
If you prefer a counter-depth refrigerator look but still want plenty of storage space Samsung's RF29A967512 has got you covered. The doors with flat panels are designed to blend into cabinetry which gives it a modern integrated look. You'll also appreciate the separate controls for the freezer and refrigerator that help keep food fresher longer. Plus, you can monitor your fridge remotely with the SmartThings app.
The stainless steel finish is elegant and durable, and you can choose from a range of door colors to coordinate with your kitchen or home design. This Cotta Sky Blue model, for example, is eye-catching and is a great alternative to the black or silver choices that the majority of fridges come with. You could combine this model with Samsung's other Bespoke appliances to create a set that is compatible.
Inside there's an enormous 387 liters of storage capacity, which is enough to store 19 bags of 20-litre grocery items. Samsung's "SpaceMax" technology, which makes the cabinet walls as light and thin as possible to maximize space, is responsible for this. There are four shelves inside the cabinet, plus the top shelf that is used for vegetables. A metal wine rack is fitted with five grooves for bottles. The middle drawer is customizable--you can make it suitable for beverages, deli, wine, meat, or soft freeze. The fridge comes with two drawers with crisper surfaces and an innovative slide back section of the middle shelf that allows you to store large items.
Other features include a sleek stainless steel water dispenser that has an electronic control panel and three drinking modes (plus customisable temperature settings for each). The RF29A967512 is Wi-Fi compatible that allows you to connect it to your network at home and use SmartThings to monitor and manage it. You can also set your fridge's alarm which is helpful if you're running late for work and need to rush out to have breakfast on the way.
The RF29A967512 is available in standard and counter-depth models. You'll have to decide which one best fits your space. The smaller model, however, isn't as big, having smaller 23 cubic feet of capacity and less refrigerator and freezer space than the larger model. Also, the counter-depth fridge is fairly deep at 72 inches, which is higher than most other fridges we've tested. However, it might be too high of a distance for certain people to open with ease. However, the flat panel handles are ADA-compliant and easy to grasp and reach. Samsung gets extra points for these handles that are superior to the tube-shaped handles on many other fridges.
The Sub-Zero Integrated Bottom Freezer refrigerator
If you're looking to buy a high-end refrigerator that can add a designer look to your kitchen, Sub Zero is the brand to choose. Their refrigerators are manufactured in America and come with a wide range of options for customization to fit the style of your home. For example, they have hidden hinges and stainless steel handles that create seamless design with your cabinetry. The digital touch control panel makes it easy to alter the temperature and turn on various features.
Most refrigerators are manufactured cheaply and are able to take shortcuts. But, if you pay top dollar for a high-end refrigerator, it must be perfect at every stage. Sub Zero pays so much focus on the small details of their products. They include a humidification system that scrubs the air to eliminate mould and bacteria. The deli and produce drawers are also located closer to the evaporator in the refrigerator. This keeps them cool and extends their freshness. Additionally, they come with removable dividers and handy freshness cards that provide tips for optimal preservation.
Depending on the features you require, you can choose between an integrated refrigerator or a built-in one. Both are available with this model, and they both provide the same high-end performance you'd expect from Sub Zero. The integrated refrigerator is positioned flush with the counter and cabinet and comes with an inset door. It blends in with the decor and camouflages its own design.
With a built-in fridge however, it protrudes slightly from its housing. It's a more traditional look, but it may not be as seamlessly integrated in the kitchen design you're looking for.
Both models are 84" high and come in a variety widths. You can also pick all fridge or all freezer, or mix and match to create a customized combination that meets your family's refrigeration needs. Sub Zero's brand new 24" freezer column and refrigerator, for instance, allows you to have fridge and freezer in one single unit, making it easier than ever to customize your space by utilizing their high-performance appliances.