ᐅ Freestanding or Built-in Refrigerator?

Created on: 21 Jan 2018 12:01
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Roppo
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Roppo
21 Jan 2018 12:01
Hello,

We are currently planning our kitchen and visiting various kitchen showrooms.
Every time we mention that we would like a refrigerator, freezer, and zero-degree zone all in one appliance, the salespeople grimace and say that there are only a very few models like that.

Over the weekend at MediaMarkt, we noticed that almost every freestanding fridge-freezer combination is equipped with a zero-degree compartment – this seems completely normal there.

This led us to wonder whether this is simply because these are built-in refrigerators, and freestanding ones might be somewhat more flexible? Of course, I am aware that I could research and buy any appliance myself to fit my preferences.
However, maybe there are real advantages or disadvantages to built-in combos?
I have already thought about this a bit, but I would be interested to hear your opinions and arguments on the topic!

A few details about our plans: We want an open farmhouse-style kitchen. The refrigerator will be located directly next to the tall cabinets (0 – 2.20m (7 ft 3 in)) and would either stand free at the end of the kitchen or be integrated into the tall cabinets. The kitchen starts to the right of the fridge, and to the left is soon the entrance door to the living room.

What are your thoughts?

Best regards,
Roppo
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Nordlys
21 Jan 2018 12:05
Detached. Better. More convenient. Wide range of appliances.
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Alex85
21 Jan 2018 12:22
The selection of built-in refrigerators is very limited when, for example, you only have 140cm (55 inches) of space available in the cabinet. Larger units have freezer and cold storage compartments just like freestanding models. In my opinion, there is enough choice available.
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ypg
21 Jan 2018 13:06
Make it freestanding!
We have that too.
There are also suitable options for the country house style, for example in colors like white or stainless steel, whichever you prefer. You can also place kitchen cabinets alongside it on the side, making it more integrated.
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Nordlys
21 Jan 2018 14:42
Freestanding silver Bosch, about a man’s height, with magnets so I can pin notes on it. Daily memo, pizza [emoji487] is finished. Or Come later today, I’m in the sauna with Anja. Or The bouquet in the fridge is for you..., Karsten
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chand1986
21 Jan 2018 14:48
Nordlys schrieb:
I’ll come later today, I’m at the sauna with Anja. Or the bouquet in the fridge is for you..., Karsten

So that’s a causally linked combination then?