Integrated fridge - is it possible to put an ordinary fridge behind cabinetry, or does it have to be an 'integrated' fridge to do this?

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We eventually want to have an integrated fridge once we have done the new kitchen - by which I mean tall cabinetry doors that look the same as the rest of the cabinetry, but this one has a fridge behind it.

The problem is, our existing fridge is now dying, but it is probably at least a year until we are ready to do the new kitchen. So we need to buy a new fridge now that will be a standalone fridge, but can become integrated later.

If you buy an 'integrated' fridge it kind of has no front and looks very weird. I don't really want that in my kitchen for the next year. Plus they seem to be more expensive that standalone fridges.

Has anyone bought an ordinary fridge and then fitted it behind cabinetry? Would this work, or am I bonkers?

I may delete it, but I hate when you read a thread and find the photo in question is no longer there, so it'll remain for now.......

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And Geordie makes 38

V helpful - I have the same quesiton as 1, integrated appliances more expensive and 2, I have just had to buy a new fridge but haven't finished kitchen yet. V helpful, thank you

77 views of my scabby old appliances . Who knew they'd be so interesting!

I know I'm late to this thread. Someone mentioned about using a special hinge to connect the cupboard and fridge doors together so you don't have to open two. Does anyone know where one can buy this? Thanks!