ᐅ Alcove dimension of 60 cm cabinet for the refrigerator?

Created on: 1 Dec 2016 13:00
L
limpa
L
limpa
1 Dec 2016 13:00
Hello,
we want to use a tall cabinet (60x60x240 cm [24x24x94 inches]) from IKEA for the refrigerator. However, we would like to use a refrigerator from a brand other than IKEA.
Can anyone tell me the maximum width and depth the refrigerator can have to fit inside a 60 cm (24 inches) wide cabinet?
Would a refrigerator measuring 55.8 cm x 54.5 cm (22 x 21.5 inches) fit as well, even though IKEA refrigerators measure 54 cm x 54.9 cm (21 x 21.6 inches)?
Is there anything I need to consider regarding the attachment of the refrigerator door to the cabinet door?
Thank you very much for your help! Lisa
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IKEA-Experte
1 Dec 2016 14:45
Hello,
IKEA cabinets are deeper than those from other kitchen manufacturers. Therefore, the depth should not cause any issues. With a clear width of 56.4 cm (22 inches), the width is also not a problem.
You need to ensure that the appliance doors are fully covered by the fronts, and for appliances with a plinth-mounted compressor, the manufacturer's ventilation requirements may not be met.
L
limpa
2 Dec 2016 14:32
Hello IKEA expert,
thank you very much for your message!!
How exactly should I follow your advice to "make sure that the appliance doors are completely covered by the fronts"?
And wouldn’t some space (20cm (8 inches)) under the refrigerator (we want one without a freezer compartment) be sufficient for plinth ventilation (in case we can’t find one without plinth ventilation—as I actually can’t find this information on the Bosch pages ...).
...thank you very much!! And have a great weekend! Lisa
L
limpa
2 Dec 2016 14:51
Hello IKEA expert,
would this model be feasible?

Bosch KIR51AD40
SmartCool
Built-in refrigerator
Flat hinge, professional door soft-close
Easy installation
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IKEA-Experte
2 Dec 2016 16:18
Yes, it works. It doesn’t have a base unit with a cutout in the cabinet floor that allows the compressor to use the space in the base. If the model is installed cleverly, a 140 cm (55 inches) high front is sufficient.