What You Should Be Focusing On Improving Integral Fridges
Integrated Fridges
Integrated fridge freezers sit on top of custom cabinets for an aesthetically seamless appearance. They may also have a bonus drawer in the middle which is perfect to store charcuterie platters or wine prior to guests arriving.
However, there are downsides to this design choice. One is that they may limit resale value in your home if you decide to sell.
The Bosch Serie 2 KIR24NSF0G
This Bosch refrigerator offers the same top-quality and innovative storage features as a built-in fridge but at a less expensive cost. This Bosch fridge is perfect for those who have limited storage space in their kitchen. It has multiple shelves on the door along with an egg rack as well as an enormous salad crisper. The LED lights are a fresh concept in the field of lighting for fridges. They ensure glare-free, even inside illumination. Additionally, they consume less energy than conventional fridge bulbs and last a life time.
The Bosch Serie 2 Fridge Freezer uses advanced technologies that help keep your food fresher for longer. It also puts emphasis on health and convenience. Their Dual Compressor and Dual Evaporator setup is more advanced than what you'll find in a standard refrigerator, creating the perfect environment for preserving food items. They come with VitaFreshPro and internal water dispensers to help fruits, vegetables and meats retain their texture and taste.
All Bosch refrigerators are easy to clean and operate features. They feature a sleek and stylish exterior made of stainless steel, and a silver handle bar that matches most other Bosch appliances, making it easy to create a harmonious kitchen style. Bosch has an anti-fingerprint finish on the front of their refrigerators. This is essential for families with young children.
Bosch has a range of freestanding fridges that suit all types of kitchens. This model is the top of their line, with dual compressors and VitaFreshPro advanced settings to keep food fresher for longer. It also comes with a transparent MultiBox drawer with an elongated base that helps to keep veggies and fruits safe from wilting as well as an Auto Defrost system that instantly evaporates condensation and helps keep your fridge spotless. You can flip the doors to open either to the left or right, based on your kitchen layout. The 133-litre capacity of this fridge is enough for most families. It has three shelves and many compartments within the doors to store your food items. The hinges on the door can be adjusted so that you can adjust the height of your refrigerator to the cabinet. If you're worried about space the fridge can be found in slimline models that can be placed under counters.
Samsung Bespone
Samsung's RF29A967512 is perfect for those who are looking for a counter depth fridge, but still need plenty of storage. The doors with flat panels are designed to blend with cabinetry, giving it a modern integrated appearance. You'll also appreciate the separate controls for the freezer and refrigerator that help keep food fresher longer. Additionally, you can control your fridge from anywhere using the SmartThings app.
The stainless steel finish looks sleek and sturdy. You can choose from different colors of doors that will complement your kitchen or your home's decor. This Cotta Sky Blue fridge, for instance, is eye-catching and is a great alternative to the standard silver or black choices that most refrigerators come with. It is possible to pair this model with Samsung's other Bespoke appliances to create a set that is compatible.
Inside, you'll find an expansive 387 liters of capacity for groceries, enough to hold 19 bags of 20-liter groceries. This is due to Samsung's "SpaceMax technology," which ekes every inch of the footprint of the fridge by making the cabinet's walls as thin as possible. There are also four shelves in the cabinet, as well as an upper shelf for vegetables. A metal wine rack has five bottle grooves. The middle drawer is adjustable. You can make it suitable for wine, deli, beverages, meat, or soft freeze. The fridge comes with two crisper drawers and a clever slide back portion of the middle shelf, which allows you to store tall items.
Other features include a sleek, stainless steel water dispenser, with a digital control panel as well as three drinking modes (plus customizable temperature settings for each). The RF29A967512 is Wi-Fi compatible, so you can connect it to the internet at home and make use of SmartThings to monitor and control it. You can also set your fridge's alarm which is useful in the event that you're late for work and have to hurry to get breakfast before you leave.
The RF29A967512 comes in both standard and counter-depth models, so you'll need to determine which one fits your space the best. The smaller model however, isn't as spacious, with smaller 23 cubic feet and less refrigerator and freezer space than the larger model. The counter-depth refrigerator is fairly deep at 72 inches, which is higher than the majority of fridges we've tested, and could be too far of a distance for some people to open easily. The flat panel handles, which are ADA compliant, are simple to reach and hold. They're more comfortable than the tube-shaped handles that are found on many other refrigerators, and we award Samsung some extra points for these handles.
The Sub-Zero Integrated Bottom-Freezer refrigerator
If you're looking to invest in a luxury refrigerator that will add an elegant look to your kitchen, Sub Zero is the brand to choose. Their refrigerators are manufactured in America and offer a variety of customization options to match your home's aesthetic. They come with stainless steel handles and hidden hinges that blend seamlessly with your cabinetry. The digital touch control panel makes it easy to alter the temperature and turn on various features.
While many refrigerators get away with manufacturing shortcuts because of their low cost however, when you're paying top dollar for a high-end model, it must be flawless every step of the way. This is why Sub Zero puts so much focus on the details of their products. They have a humidification system which scrubs the air in order to eliminate mould and bacteria. The deli and produce drawers are also situated close to the evaporator of the refrigerator. This helps keep them cool and extends their freshness. Additionally, they have removable dividers and handy freshness cards that offer suggestions for preserving your food at the highest quality.
Depending on the needs of your family depending on your needs, you'll be able to select between the built-in or integrated refrigerator. Both models are available and provide the same quality and performance you'd expect from Sub Zero. A refrigerator integrated into the unit is positioned in a flush position with the counter and cabinet through an inset door, blending into the décor and almost camouflaging the appliance (not even the vents of the compressor are visible from the outside).
A refrigerator that is built-in however is slightly out of its housing. It's a more traditional look however, it might not be as seamlessly integrated in the kitchen design you're hoping for.
Both models are 84" high and are available in a variety of widths. You can also pick the entire fridge or just the freezer or mix and match to build an individual combination that will meet your family's refrigeration needs. Sub Zero's 24" refrigerator/freezer column, as an example, allows you to have a fridge and freezer in one unit. This makes it easier to personalize your space with their top-quality appliances.