Fridge Opening Clearance
How wide should my fridge opening be?
Fridge Opening Clearance
Standard openings are 36 inches, but you must account for 'hinge clearance.' Professional-grade or French-door fridges often need 2-3 inches of buffer on the hinge side to open past 90 degrees.
Critical 2-3" buffer required for French-door hinges to clear adjacent gables or walls.