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Will Your Appliance Fit into an IKEA METOD Kitchen with Shaker Doors? Here’s What You Need to Know

Will Your Appliance Fit into an IKEA METOD Kitchen with Shaker Doors? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you're dreaming of a beautiful bespoke kitchen and planning to pair our handcrafted Shaker doors with an IKEA METOD cabinet system, you're in great company. It’s a smart and stylish way to get a high-end, custom look without blowing the budget. 

But before you finalise your kitchen plans and hit “order” on that new oven or integrated fridge, there's something worth double-checking: will your chosen appliance fit into your IKEA METOD kitchen layout when you're upgrading to custom doors? 

Here’s a quick guide to help you avoid any surprises. 

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Why Appliance Fit Matters 

IKEA METOD cabinets are designed around European appliance standards, which meansthe vast majority of integrated (or built-in) appliances such as ovens, dishwashers, fridge freezers, washing machines, and microwaves, will fit perfectly. 

However, there are exceptions. 

Some brands (particularly premium or American-style appliances) may have slightly different dimensions or design quirks. And when you're combining the METOD system with bespoke doors like ours, those small variations can matter especially for door clearances, hinges, or trim. 

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Common Appliance Issues to Watch For 

Here are a few areas where a little extra planning goes a long way: 

  • Integrated Fridge Freezers: Some models are taller or deeper than standard IKEA housings, or require a specific door split that doesn’t match the METOD cabinet’s layout. 

  • Dishwashers: IKEA offers taller base cabinets than most UK kitchens, which can occasionally cause alignment issues with dishwasher doors especially if the appliance isn’t compatible with a sliding hinge mechanism. 

  • Microwave/Oven Combinations: These often fit fine in a tall cabinet, but door alignment and spacing need to be double-checked when you're adding custom fronts. 

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We’re Here to Help 

This might all sound a bit technical, but don’t worry, you don’t need to figure it all out alone. We’re experts in making IKEA METOD kitchens look truly bespoke with our beautifully crafted Shaker doors, and we’ve helped hundreds of customers get the perfect fit with their chosen appliances. 

If you’re in any doubt about your appliance dimensions, drop us a message or give us a ring before placing your order. Let us know the make and model you're considering and we’ll let you know straight away if it will work as-is, or if there are any adjustments we’d recommend to your layout or cabinetry. 

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Just call us or email with your appliance choices. Rest assured, we’ll do the rest. 

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