FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR DIMENSIONS GUIDE
If you’re someone who likes to get creative in the kitchen with lots of fresh ingredients, then a French door refrigerator may be a good choice for you. French door models allow you to put your fresh ingredients up top where they are easy to see. This can be helpful whether you’re trying to sort through a lot of groceries in a smaller capacity refrigerator, like some counter-depth models, or if you have your ingredients spread out in a large capacity model.
However, French door refrigerators are not one-size-fits-all. In fact, they come in a range of sizes for all types of spaces, from apartment galley kitchens to large open spaces. Keep reading to learn more about French door refrigerator measurements and how they may fit into your space.
COMMON FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR SIZES
French door refrigerators typically range from 30-36 inches wide, 29 to 35 inches deep and 67 to 70 inches tall. However, counter-depth French door refrigerators, like this one from KitchenAid brand, may be a bit more shallow, yet taller, to accommodate a more streamlined look in your kitchen.
The capacity of a French door refrigerator will likely depend on whether you opt for a standard size, freestanding or counter-depth model. Dimensions can also vary by manufacturer, so be sure to measure your available space and investigate the model size before purchasing a refrigerator for your kitchen.
Keep reading to learn more about different French door refrigerator sizes and how they may fit with both your lifestyle and kitchen.
30-INCH FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATORS
Refrigerators that are 30 inches or less in depth are considered to be small refrigerators for tighter spaces. Some refrigerators may even be as small as 24 inches. Refrigerators in these sizes may be a good fit for garages, apartments or small galley kitchens. A 30-inch French door refrigerator, like this one from KitchenAid brand, can be a good fit and a nice upgrade for a smaller space that might otherwise accommodate a simple top-freezer refrigerator.
33-INCH FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATORS
Refrigerators that are 33 inches wide can be good for medium-size kitchens. Their slightly larger size can allow for a wider range of features compared to a 30-inch or smaller refrigerator. For example, this 33-inch standard depth French door refrigerator from KitchenAid brand features a Slide-Away Split Shelf, which lets you retract the front of the shelf to accommodate tall items such as a pitcher of fresh-squeezed juice.
KitchenAid® French door refrigerators
Keep your favorite ingredients within reach
KitchenAid® French door refrigerators keep your favorite fresh produce and meats easily accessible and help organize frozen foods in a convenient bottom drawer
36-INCH FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATORS
A 36-inch refrigerator is a common size for French door models and can be a good fit for kitchens that have more flexibility when it comes to space and layout. Aside from coming with a variety of finishes, 36-inch French door models from KitchenAid brand also offer versatile storage configurations. Select KitchenAid® models, like this one, feature a FreshChill™ Full-Width Refrigerated Drawer, which makes it easy to organize the items you reach for most with removable storage dividers and custom temperature settings. Four-door and 5-door Configurations are also available at 36-inch widths from KitchenAid brand, helping to optimize storage in your kitchen.
42-INCH FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATORS
A 42-inch French door refrigerator falls into the large capacity category. Large capacity refrigerators can be good for large families or home chefs who love to create with fresh ingredients. For example, this KitchenAid® 42-inch French door refrigerator comes with the Preserva® Food Care System, featuring two independent cooling systems that provide a dedicated refrigeration unit to help keep food fresh longer, and a separate system for frozen food.
FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR DOOR CLEARANCE
Most French door refrigerators have two evenly split doors, so you will want to make sure each door has enough room to open without bumping into walls or counters. Measuring available space in front of the refrigerator cutout can help ensure there’s enough room for doors and drawers to open without obstruction.
If you plan to put a French door refrigerator next to a wall, you will need somewhere between 2½ to 4 inches of clearance in the space between your wall and refrigerator so that the doors can open.
WHAT IS THE SMALLEST SIZE FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR?
If you’re looking for a small French door refrigerator, a 30-inch, counter-depth model is generally the smallest you will find. However, some brands may carry models that are even smaller, making them good options for basements, garages or small spaces.
WHAT IS THE LARGEST FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR?
Large capacity refrigerators tend to start around 36 inches wide and have a standard depth. However, some models, like this KitchenAid® built-in French door refrigerator, can be up to 42 inches wide, and although not common, in some cases, some built-in models may even go up to 60 inches.
Large capacity refrigerators generally top out around 30 cubic feet, but it may be possible to find a model that offers a few extra cubic feet, depending on the brand.
