Which Is Better: A Side-by-Side or French Door Fridge?
The refrigerator is a focal point in the kitchen. Many considerations go into refrigerator choice, some functional, some aesthetic. Door styles affect functionality and the aesthetics of the appliance. Side-by-side and French door-style units are models in refrigerator design offered by high end appliance manufacturers, as well as more moderately priced labels. Does this Spark an idea?
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Capacity
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Refrigerator storage capacity is largely determined by the overall size of the refrigerator, regardless of the door style. The side-by-side style does have slightly more average storage capacity than the French door style. However, the French door units have an added benefit of being able to fit large platters, pizza boxes, etc., on the shelves, which extend all the way across the unit. The side-by-side units have slightly more freezer space.
Convenience
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Referring to French door-style refrigerators, Angelica M. Pence stated in an article published in "The San Diego Union-Tribune", " ... Their ergonomic design makes it easier for cooks to take out frequently needed foods--such as milk and eggs--without having to bend down. They also take up less space when open, making it ideal for galley kitchens or other tight spaces." Some online product review blogs fault the French door-style as having doors that do not swing closed themselves, as side-by-side refrigerators do, making users more susceptible to walking away and accidentally leaving the doors open on the French door style.
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Style
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Style preference is subjective and can also be affected by color choice, handle choice, etc. The French door style was considered to be the latest trend in refrigerator choice, as of 2010.
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