If you mean “cabinet above the fridge”, it usually refers to the over-the-refrigerator cabinet (also called a fridge cabinet or refrigerator surround cabinet).
Common uses:
- Storage: good for items used less often (large serving dishes, small appliances, baking supplies, extra pantry items).
- Appearance: it fills the empty space above the fridge and gives the kitchen a built-in look.
- Design options: it can be a standard upper cabinet, a deep cabinet, open shelving, or a decorative panel.
A few practical tips:
- Keep a small gap for air circulation around the refrigerator if required by the manufacturer.
- Avoid storing heavy items if the cabinet is hard to reach.
- Use bins or pull-down shelves to make the space easier to access.
To design or install a cabinet above a refrigerator, I’ll need a few measurements and preferences:
1. Refrigerator dimensions
Please provide:
- Width: ___ inches/cm
- Height: ___ inches/cm
- Depth: ___ inches/cm
- Height from floor to top of fridge: ___ inches/cm
2. Space above the fridge
Measure:
- Gap from top of fridge to ceiling or bottom of existing cabinets: ___
- Side clearance (left/right): ___
- Available cabinet depth: ___
3. Cabinet style you want
Choose one:
- A. Matching kitchen cabinets (same doors, color, and finish)
- B. Open shelves
- C. Lift-up door cabinet
- D. Deep storage cabinet (for appliances, trays, etc.)
- E. Decorative cabinet with trim to ceiling
Common sizing guide
For many kitchens:
- Cabinet width: usually same as refrigerator width
- Cabinet depth: often 12–24 inches depending on the fridge and design
- Cabinet height: commonly 12–24 inches above standard refrigerators
- Leave manufacturer-recommended ventilation clearance around the fridge