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Integrated Fridge Freezers
Because most modern home designs lean towards a sleek and clean feel to them the integrated fridge freezer is becoming a very popular choice in kitchens these days.
These fridges come in all types of design depending on where in the kitchen they will be placed. Normally they will be found in a cupboard space seamlessly blending in with their surroundings. However sometime the fridge can be installed into a kitchen island if the house has one, or under a counter top.
If you are installing a whole new kitchen, then that is the easiest time to integrate the fridge in to the design. The fridge can be bought and the kitchen cabinets built around it. If you are adding the fridge to an already existing kitchen then you will need to shop around to see which manufacturers have a model that is suitable for you to adapt to your design.
The type of integrated fridge freezer you choose will depend on several things:
Kitchen Design and Fridge Size
The most important thing to consider is where in the kitchen the fridge will go. Do you have room for a side by side model, or will you need to save space by using a smaller unit that has the freezer above or below the main fridge?
If you don't need a large integrated fridge freezer then you may want to have a smaller unit that fit in underneath the counter top. This will free up some cupboard space for other storage, but you will be sacrificing the amount of chilled food you can keep.
If you have a large family or children it may not be practical to have a small unit in the kitchen. However if you are adding a fridge to another room, such as the lounge room or a games room then a mini unit may be ideal, and can be integrated fairly easily without being noticed..
Fridge Price
The next crucial element in your purchase is you budget. Integrated fridges can be quite expensive, depending on the size and quality of the unit. Another factor in the price is the material the surrounding kitchen is made of.
If your cabinetry is made of expensive wood or had a lot of stainless steel then the price will be pushed up.
It is a good idea to check as many makers as possible before committing to buying because the price and quality will vary greatly between each.
An integrated fridge freezer can be a large investment, so it is important to get it right from the start.