Refrigerator built- in wardrobe : installation instructions

refrigerator, built-in kitchen set - this is not just an ordinary designer whim, but an opportunity to save space is not small kitchen.At the same time the interior becomes harmonious finished look.But if any fridge can be embedded, and what are the requirements for enclosures for such equipment?In this article we describe in detail how to build a refrigerator in the kitchen.

General characteristics machinery

refrigerator, built-in wardrobe, will save a lot of space, especially when it comes to small spaces.So, for a tiny Khrushchev this is the best solution, but if the honor, built-in appliances that cost not much higher than normal, the problem with the purchase does not usually arise.

In most cases, they are not as deep as their stationary counterparts, but have a greater capacity - from 90 to 170 liters.For the larger family of 4-6 people will approach double chamber built-in refrigerator, and for a couple or a bachelor and a small enough unit.There are also models with a freezer, and without it.Freezer easily fit into the space under the countertop kitchen units, at the same time it is convenient to use, no noise or vibration coming from it.

Before we talk about the process of the installation, you should understand the difference between built-in refrigerator from ordinary and so does the striking differences:

1. scheme built-in refrigerator is that it can not be fixed, ie,without cabinet.Wardrobe is made in accordance with the scheme and technology dimensions specified in the passport.
2. Unlike conventional refrigerator, which stands on the floor, built-in appliances based on the cabinet bottom.
3. Insulating characteristics built-in refrigerator is much higher than that of a landline.
4. fireproof built-in refrigerator and equipped with powerful ventilation system.
5. for fixing facades (slats) using special fasteners that adjust themselves directly to the refrigerator doors.That is, the valve is at the same time the refrigerator door and cabinet fronts.With a conventional refrigerator is to organize not work (at least it will not look very nice).

Given this specificity of installation and use, it can be concluded that the built-in refrigerators are more functional and have a number of indisputable advantages:

1. They are very spacious, but it saves space in the kitchen.Two-compartment model and all can hold a lot more products than similar models of stationary refrigeration.
2. Have zero camera - an innovation that occurs in almost all built-in refrigerator.At zero chamber is constantly maintained special microclimate with a constant temperature and humidity.Products are stored there for longer than usual and store a maximum of useful properties.There you can put meat, fish, seafood, vegetables, herbs and fruits.
3. due to stronger insulation built-in refrigerator is best kept cold, so consume less electricity.As a result, you not only save space, but also money to pay the bills.
4. Thanks to the decorative panels on the walls of built-in refrigerators, there is a kind of buffer zone in the closet, which absorbs noise and vibrations.The technique works virtually silent, which is not the stationary refrigerators.

Site Selection

Select place for installation should be based on the specifics of the chosen model equipment.First of all it is necessary to take into account the size of the built-in refrigerator, plus cabinet sizes under it.Remember that the main task is to save space in the kitchen, so start from the fact that the future refrigerator should not interfere with the free movement around the room.

Pay attention not only on the appearance of the refrigerator, but also on the design of the cabinet under it, because it will become an integral part of your kitchen units.Therefore, try to trim the coloring and texture in tone to the rest of the furniture.

As well as stationary appliances, built-in refrigerators are not recommended to be placed in close proximity to heat sources and open flames.

Mounting cabinet for a refrigerator with his hands

must warn that the experts advise not collect refrigerator own wardrobe because its correct arrangement requires a lot of calculations, certain skills and a complete understanding of the refrigeration equipment.

If you want to turn an ordinary refrigerator in embedded, it will inevitably encounter a mass of difficulties, which will ultimately lead to breakage or equipment, or a life-threatening situation.

problems that will inevitably arise during the installation of a conventional refrigerator in the kitchen set:

1. Because this refrigerator is on the floor, the bottom of the cabinet can not be.Consequently, the "box" is flimsy and unreliable.
2. Conventional refrigerators are much more deeply embedded, plus everything need to leave some free space behind.As a result, you get a very deep cabinet, which will go beyond the countertop.Naturally, in such a situation, neither of which save space can be no question.
3. This point follows from the previous one - bulkiness of conventional refrigerators compared with plug.The width of the built-in refrigerator is much less, and stationary will be so wide that the enclosure will need to do as much as 2 or even 4 doors.
4. Ventilation capacity is also very important.In conventional refrigerators ventilation is provided practically, since they must stand in the open air.Stick this technique in the closet, and fire situation occurs almost instantaneously - a fridge to overheat, the temperature between the walls and the wooden "box" will increase, and the fire will be a matter of time.The only logical solution is to build the structure without the back wall to provide at least some ventilation.But remember that our "mountain-cabinet" has no bottom, 2-4 heavy sash, great depth, and if you deprive it yet and the rear wall, the construction of such a long downtime.

In general, everyone understands that the idea of ​​turning an ordinary refrigerator in embedded obviously a failure, therefore, should not even begin.But to make the cabinet under the built-in refrigerator with his hands still possible.Of course, this should take into account the subtleties of weight, but the result can be a good save and make design with individual design.

Important nuances

Installation built-in refrigerator is associated with some technical subtleties that must be taken into account.So, you need to arrange an individual system for hinged doors.There are models already equipped with hinged doors and those in which the joints are applied.The hinges for built-in refrigerator must withstand the weight of each door and distribute it evenly between the hinges and the machine.

For manufacturing cabinet almost any material can be used - natural wood, drywall, chipboard, etc. The most popular and easy to process considered chipboard..These panels are suitable for those who have not previously faced with woodworking and no special equipment.Pick up the material in accordance with the kitchen interior design.It may be different in tone from the headset, but beneficial to emphasize other elements of the room, for example, floor finish, a dining table, or bright decorative accessories.

before work and the purchase of materials make accurate measurements of the depth, breadth and tallest structure refrigerator, given that between the inner walls of the cabinet and the unit itself should be a few centimeters of space for ventilation.Pay special attention to the doors of the design - they should be allowed to open.

design Choosing

If you have never worked with wood, the cabinet of natural wood is better not to do.This will require special plumbing equipment and skills.The best option would be plasterboard or chipboard.To install a conventional built-in refrigerator without a freezer compartment, you can use low-cost building materials and save on installation.

What is required for the construction of the cabinet under the fridge:

• plasterboard, chipboard or other selected material;
• accessories (hands and sheds);
• fasteners (nails, screws for wood);
• drill with a set of nozzles;
• hammer;
• hacksaw;
• roulette, facing materials.

The last paragraph should elaborate.Perform trim cabinet, you can decorative mosaic tile, plaster, paint, wallpaper, and even ordinary.The main thing - to take into account features of a kitchen.When using non-standard finishes can create a unique design.For example, in recent years it has become a popular technique decoupage and artificial aging of wood and sheets of stainless steel finish will look great in the kitchen in high-tech style.

Very unusual look built-in refrigerators with transparent doors.

harmonious and bright kitchen in the style of Provence.

Built-in refrigerator in the kitchen in a modern European style.

Finishing built-in refrigerator facade antique perfectly fit the interior and give it a luxury.

idea to collect cupboard under the built-in refrigerator with your hands gives you the opportunity to save money and create an original interior elements.

How to choose the right size

Discussing the dimensions of the built-in refrigerator, it is important to note that they can be very different, ranging from narrow models of 60 cm, ending with huge refrigeration complex widths over 2 m. To calculate the sizes should be repelled not onlyby squaring the kitchen, but also the height of the ceiling, the number of tenants and the regularity of the purchases.Explain - if you are used to purchase products in large volumes once a fortnight or a month, then they will need to store a lot of space.Those who visit the store every day and bought a little, for a small single chamber built-in refrigerator.

If you want to place the equipment under the table, the height should be about 80 cm and depth correspond to the depth of kitchen units, that is 56-57 cm. It should also be taken into account even such a thing as a "working volume".This means capacity of the refrigerating chamber, which is measured in liters.For a family of 2 people enough 135 l of 3 - about 160 liters, for larger families - from 180 liters.

Features of the cabinet assembly and installation of the refrigerator

Collect cabinet for the embeddable refrigerator is not too difficult, the main thing - to consider the necessary technical requirements for the specific model of your unit.To get them in the passport can be supplied with the refrigerator.

mounting Specificity:

1. If the refrigerator door is fixed facade cabinet, for mounting use special hinges.One end of the loop is fixed to the box, the second - on the door.
   
2. In the bottom of the enclosure is necessary to organize a small vent.The same is recommended to make the rear wall.
3. Provide flow freely to the power cable and connect it to the power outlet (you may need to make a hole in the cabinet housing).
4. Some models of refrigerators massive require a separate fan, which will take the hot air out of the cabinet body.

In this video shows an example of mounting embeddable refrigerator:

Installation and construction of the built-in refrigerator cabinet for him - a laborious and responsible process, so if you are not confident in their abilities, use the services of professional artists.