Will it fit?

Check if a new fridge, washing machine or sofa will get through your door and fit the exact spot you have in mind, before you pay for it.

My tape measure is in
1What are you buying?

Use the sizes from the product page or the shop’s spec sheet. Measure the widest points, including handles if the listing gives them.

Air gaps it needs

Appliances need space to breathe and for pipes. These are typical values; your model’s manual has the exact ones.

2Getting it inside

Measure the narrowest door it has to pass through, inside the frame.

3The spot where it goes

Measure the corner or gap: wall to wall (or wall to cabinet), and from the back wall to the front edge of the space.

Height limit: only if there’s a cabinet or shelf above. Leave empty otherwise.

Show sizes in
Front view through the door
Your spot, seen from above

The checks

    Biggest size for this spot

    How to measure

    1. The item. Take width, depth and height from the product listing. If you’re measuring it yourself, measure at the widest points, including handles, hinges and feet.
    2. Every door on the way. Measure inside the frame, from one side to the other at the narrowest point. Door stops and hinges count.
    3. Hallways and stairs. Measure the width at the narrowest point, and from the handrail to the wall on stairs.
    4. The spot itself. Measure wall to wall (or wall to cabinet) at floor level and again higher up, since walls are rarely straight. Use the smaller number.
    5. The space in front. Measure how much free floor there is in front of the spot, so the doors can open and you can stand there.

    Why appliances need gaps

    Fridges push heat out through the back and sides, so pressing one tight against the wall makes it work harder and can shorten its life. Washing machines and dryers need room behind for hoses, power and vents. The gaps in this tool are typical starting points; your model’s manual has the exact numbers.

    Questions

    Can I lay a fridge down to get it through a door?

    It’s better to keep a fridge upright. If you have to tip it, most makers say to let it stand upright for several hours before switching it on, so the oil in the compressor can settle. Check your fridge’s manual for the exact time.

    Should a fridge door hinge sit against a wall?

    Usually not. Next to a wall, many fridge doors can’t open past 90 degrees, which can stop you pulling out drawers and shelves. Many models let you swap the door to the other side.

    How accurate is this?

    The tool treats each item as a box, so it’s a careful estimate, not a guarantee. Rounded corners and removable parts can help, while uneven walls and skirting boards can make things tighter. If the result is orange, measure again before you buy.

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