What Is Counter Depth
A counter depth refrigerator has approximately the same depth as kitchen countertops so that the front of the fridge aligns with the edge of the countertops.
What is counter depth. Standard refrigerators are typically 32 to 36 inches deep or more and since countertops are normally about 25 inches deep 24 inches for the base cabinet with a 1 inch overhang this means that a standard refrigerator will stick out from adjoining countertops by 6 inches or more. Counter depth refrigerators are typically under 30 inches deep. Standard refrigerators run about 35 or 36 inches in total depth with the door and handles attached. A counter depth refrigerator is a full size model with or without a freezer compartment.
The term counter depth can be misleading. A counter depth refrigerator will usually be between 23 and 27 inches 58 to 68 cm deep while a standard depth refrigerator is generally between 30 and 34 inches 76 to 86 cm deep. This style of a refrigerator has become quite popular but there are pros and cons to consider before shopping for one. A counter depth refrigerator is designed to offer basically the same storage as a regular full size refrigerator in a style that generally doesn t stick out more than an inch or two past the kitchen counters and cabinets.