New fridge...thoughts?

9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

Started looking for a new fridge. My problem is the height of many new refrigerators is over 68". I can't go over 68.25 H maximum. My width is total of 33", I also would prefer counter depth if possible and a water dispenser. I found this fisher-paykel unit that would tick most checkmarks for me. Not familiar personally with this manufacturer (quality, reliability etc. ) but are there any other choices to look at? Was researching LG, whirlpool, Samsung.....thanks for any advice. Open to french door but would prefer a single door with bottom freezer due to my kitchen configuration.

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9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

I have a 30" opening so the standard 36"x 72" might be true for new designs but my home was built in the 70's. I only had 68.25" total height clearance. True its been a difficult time finding the right height to fit but I did have several options, kitchenaid, whirlpool, Kenmore elite (manufactured by LG) and the fisher paykel in 30" wide models, so no need to redo my upper cabinets. Went with a French door kenmore elite. Just had a minor renovation 2 years ago when I installed my bluestar and new hood, could not afford to lose more cabinets.... Happy I'm done with this one. So there are a few options out there for us with restricted dimensions in our kitchen and budget. I think that there are many of us home owners in this situation of trying to fit the newer fridge sizes into an existing space. I appreciate the response re: remodel but I'm not about to redo my kitchen to fit a new fridge.....there are some choices available from a few manufacturer's.

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User
9 years ago
You need to do cabinet work. Or a complete remodel. Standard size for a fridge enclosure is 36"w X 72"h. And has been for some time. Plus, the height of the actual fridge is increasing s well. Do you also have a 24" wall oven?
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Jerry Jorgenson
9 years ago
I haven't had a F&P fridge, but I did have one of their dishwashers. I really like the two drawer design, but it didn't last. Water kept dripping into the electronics. Great idea, flawed execution. When my current fridge gives out (I hope not for a long while), I'll have to get the cabinet above it removed to fit in a new one.
dadoes
9 years ago
My F&P Dishdrawer is 14 years old. Has had a few recent "aging" repairs but nothing fatal. I also have a washer 18 years (nephew is using it), and a washer & topload dryer 13 years.
John
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
With the same constraints, I've had a similar model of that Fisher-Paykel (without the water dispenser) for the past 10 years and it has worked well.

There was an initial rattling sound when brand new that was immediately fixed by service from the appliance store. It was caused by a slightly loose compressor mounting plate that was fixed by adding a small rubber damper under it. The only other problem was a broken door opening limit stop that is made of plastic. It broke twice so I just bailed on replacing it (really a design flaw -- should be made of metal to take the inertia of the fully filled door swinging open unimpeded).

No other issues. I've been happy with its performance. Just a basic refrigerator that reliably does what it is supposed to do.
beaniebakes
9 years ago
A friend of mine has had a similar Fusher-Paykel for about 6 years and likes it.
Matt E.
9 years ago
We had a Fisher-Paykel for 9 years and thought it was great. Bought it because we too had a smaller space and they were the only counter-depth fridge that fit.
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9 years ago
Thanks for the input, installed the new fridge (Kenmore Elite french door made by LG) yesterday. Fit perfectly and definitely an upgrade from the last unit. Appreciate the replies.....