SHOPKITCHENS PLANNING LIBRARY
Kitchen Appliance Measurement & Specification Guide
Measure the actual appliance and the cabinet opening it needs, but use the manufacturer’s installation specification whenever a model number is known. Nominal labels such as “36-inch fridge” do not replace required clearances, ventilation or door-swing information.
QUICK ANSWER
- Collect brand and model number first
- Record width, height and depth plus required opening
- Check door swing, handles and adjacent walls
- Record utility type and connection location without doing unsafe trade work
Last reviewed: September 2026 · DESIGNER UI DEPENDENT
| Appliance | Record | Planning check |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | W × H × D; door swing | Wall/side clearance and full door opening |
| Range / cooktop | Width; cutout/spec | Align cabinet opening and hood/OTR |
| Dishwasher | Opening and depth | Commonly planned beside sink; exposed end may need support |
| Wall oven | Model cutout | Use exact installation spec |
| Hood / OTR | Width and mounting spec | Coordinate with range/cooktop |
| Sink | Bowl and overall size | Confirm compatible sink-base width |
