Reliable 36" counter-depth French door fridge.

10 years ago

My husband and I are renovating a 1894 brownstone and are try to settle on appliances. Thanks in no small part to this site, we've settled on the 36" BS range and a Miele dishwasher, but we can't decide on a fridge. Our kitchen will be a galley style kitchen. So, we would prefer a 36" French door style.

Viking: So far, I like the fridge and freezer layout of the Viking best, but we have a Viking Professional side-by-side in our current rental and it's quite loud. Also, overall the reviews on gardenweb are not favorable.

SZ: I like the Sub-Zero, but would really prefer not to spend SZ money.

Liebherr: We went to see the Liebherr. Seems more shallow than the others and I generally didn't like the layout of the shelves and drawers. Plus, I'm short and can't reach the back of the top shelf of the Liebherr.

So, my question: Is the SZ really worth it? Are there good less expensive and reliable alternatives? What am I missing? Any advice is welcome.

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Comments (4)

Gracie
10 years ago
I've been happy with my Electrolux after two years. We compared it side-by-side at the showroom with KA, Frigidaire, Samsung, LG, etc. and the stainless, bins, drawer glides, lighting, shelves, and deli drawer seemed to be a better quality.
sjhockeyfan325
10 years ago
In the category you're describing (flush counter-depth, tall), have you looked at the Thermador? We have the 30" and its been excellent so far (just two months). The one downside (and it's significant, but I don't know how it compares to the others) is that the produce drawer is WAY too small (too shallow top to bottom - you can't possibly fit a head of lettuce in it).
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scpalmetto
10 years ago
I second the Electrolux recommendation.
vatobk
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks all. Neither of the showrooms that we visited had the Thermador, but I will give it a shot. Hadn't considered Electrolux. I will look into it. FWIW, I've heard very good things about the Electrolux washer and dryer and their wall ovens.