When deciding on a new refrigerator, there are many aspects and features to consider. These include refrigerator type, such as top-freezer, bottom-freezer or side-by-side and whether the refrigerator has an ice-maker and external ice and water dispenser. Another important aspect of a refrigerator you should consider is how far the refrigerator projects into the kitchen space. Some manufacturers produce specialized, counter-depth refrigerators, which are designed to be flush with adjacent kitchen counters.
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