1. What is Refrigerator Cubic Feet?

Cubic feet (CF) is the standard measurement for refrigerator capacity in the United States. It represents the total interior volume available for food storage, calculated by multiplying the interior length, width, and height.

2. How to Measure Your Refrigerator

To accurately measure your refrigerator's interior:

1. Remove all shelves and drawers
2. Measure length from back wall to door (in feet)
3. Measure width from side to side (in feet)
4. Measure height from floor to ceiling (in feet)
5. Multiply all three measurements together

Note: For irregular shapes, measure each compartment separately and sum the volumes.

3. Why Calculate Refrigerator Capacity?

Details: Knowing your refrigerator's cubic footage helps when:

• Comparing models for purchase
• Determining if it meets your family's needs
• Planning kitchen renovations
• Calculating energy efficiency

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all interior dimensions in feet. For inches, divide by 12 first (e.g., 15 inches = 1.25 feet). Measurements should be taken from the usable space, not including insulation or door thickness.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the average refrigerator size?
A: Standard refrigerators range from 10-28 cubic feet. Compact models are 4-10 CF, while large French door models can be 30+ CF.

Q2: How much capacity do I need?
A: Estimate 4-6 CF per adult, plus 1-2 CF per child. A family of four typically needs 18-22 CF.

Q3: Does freezer space count in the total?
A: Yes, unless specified as "fresh food capacity." Most manufacturers include both compartments in total CF.

Q4: Why are my measurements different from the label?
A: Manufacturers may measure differently (including door shelves) or the insulation may have reduced actual usable space over time.

Q5: How do I convert cubic feet to liters?
A: Multiply cubic feet by 28.3168 to get liters (1 CF ≈ 28.3 L).