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Custom Panels for Thermador Fridge and Freeze - what size pulls?! HELP

7 years ago

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Hi

I have the Thermador 36" Fridge and 30" Freezer . What size pulls do get?

I was looking at the Hickory Hardware Bridges Pulls

http://www.goingknobs.com/Brand/Hickory-Hardware/Attr/Series%20~%20Collection%7CBridges,Color%20~%20Finish%7CChromes/View/All/

thanks in advance!

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plllog

7 years ago

It's purely aesthetic. I think, long term, two point handles work better than single knobs, but any quality cast with screws from the back will work. Choose what looks good in your kitchen and feels nice in your hand. Remember, there will be some suction to pull against, through probably not as much as a SubZero. The ones in your link look nice.

One nice thing about longer appliance pulls is that they're comfortable for multiple heights. They also point out where the fridge is. I have 3' by 1" huge handles. But, again, drawer sized ones will also work.

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johnsoro25
7 years ago
There is considerable suction on the Thermador freezer, same as my old sub zero. I would consider getting something heavy duty that matches the cabinet pulls in your kitchen. Top Knobs has a dedicated appliance pull section where I got mine. I think I got 20" pulls.
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angelafox79
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7 years ago
I had no idea they make Appliance pulls!!! Should I look for them for my dishwasher as well that has a custom panel?
johnsoro25
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I used regular cabinet pulls for my dishwasher panels. I do not think they require as much heft :)
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Kim G
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I used 14" pulls for my SZ 36" fridge/30" Freezer - 2 drawers on the bottom of each that match my cabinet pulls. They work great and provide enough clearance for larger hands. Per the above poster my DW pull is the same as the adjacent cabinets.
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Jakvis
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Just make sure you use a large size washer on the screw for the pull. I've seen where small washers not much bigger than the screw head used and the handle loosens over time due to the small washer digging into the wood at the rear. A large flat washer (called a "Fender Washer") helps spread the forces from pulling on the handle and the handle will not feel loose after time. I also add a drop of Loc-tite to the screw threads to keep it from backing out.
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Can the custom panel be higher than the size indicated for the fabricator?
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