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This Built-In French Door Bottom Mount Refrigerator enhances your space with elevated styles and option to upgrade with customizable hardware. Multiple Installation Options allow you to choose between flush installation for an integrated look or proud for a prominent look. Signature Platinum Interior wows with metallic accents. Preserva®+ Food Care System has multiple evaporators to keep your food fresh. KitchenAid® 24.2 Cu. Ft. 42" Built-In French Door Bottom Mount Refrigerator w/ Platinum Interior in Black Ore KBFN542SBE - Available at Fridge.com
The KitchenAid KBFN542SBE — french door refrigerator.
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How this french door stacks up against close alternatives on Fridge.com.
| Spec | KitchenAid 24.2 Cu. Ft. 42" Built-In French Door Bottom Mount Refrigerator w/ Platinum Interior in Black Ore KBFN542SBE KitchenAid · KBFN542SBE | ![]() KitchenAid | ![]() LG · LF25S6560 | Whirlpool · WRMF3636RW |
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| Price | $10,799 | $11,599.97 | — | — |
| Capacity (cu ft) | 24.1 | 24.2 | 24.5 | 24.5 |
| Width | — | 10 | 32.93 | — |
| Height | — | 83.37 | 69.93 | — |
| Depth | — | 10 | 33.43 | — |
| Annual Energy Use (kWh) | 633 | — | 726 | 683 |
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Brand Background
KitchenAid, a subsidiary of Whirlpool Corporation headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan, has been producing premium kitchen appliances since its founding in 1919. The brand occupies the luxury tier of the refrigeration market, emphasizing professional-grade design and advanced preservation technology that appeals to homeowners seeking both performance and distinctive aesthetics. Fridge.com currently tracks 86 active KitchenAid refrigeration products, with French-door models representing the largest segment at 31 units, followed by standard refrigerators at 24 and side-by-side configurations at 15. The brand also offers specialty cooling solutions, including seven beverage coolers and six ice makers, reflecting KitchenAid's commitment to comprehensive kitchen outfitting. Among the most frequently monitored models on the platform are the KRFF436SJP and KRFF302EBS French-door refrigerators, along with the KUWR314KSS undercounter unit, suggesting strong consumer interest in both full-size and built-in options. Three counter-depth models round out the selection for kitchens where seamless cabinetry integration matters. KitchenAid's century-plus heritage and focus on premium construction position it as a consistent choice for buyers prioritizing craftsmanship and design cohesion across their kitchen appliances.
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