Built-in Fridge Freezers

A built-in fridge freezer combines chilled and frozen storage inside a kitchen housing, with furniture doors that match the surrounding units. The first decision is cabinet compatibility. Check the niche dimensions, ventilation route, fridge-to-freezer split and whether the doors use sliding hinges or a fixed door-on-door system.

A 70/30-style layout gives more room to fresh food, while a 50/50-style split may suit households that freeze more, but exact capacities vary. Compare usable litres, shelves, salad drawers and freezer drawers rather than relying on the ratio alone. Frost-free models reduce ice build-up, while other designs may need manual defrosting.

Because airflow and door alignment affect operation, professional fitting is useful when replacing a different model, changing hinge types or adapting the furniture panels and plinth.