Choose your Forno refrigerator around the space you have, the storage you use, and the installation your kitchen can support. A model name or nominal width is only the beginning.
A refrigerator becomes part of almost every meal: unloading groceries, finding breakfast ingredients, and making room before guests arrive. The right choice should make those routines easier while fitting the cabinetry, walkways, and finish of your kitchen. This guide focuses on two different Forno configurations—the Custodia bottom-freezer pair and the Maderno convertible pair—and the decisions that matter before ordering.
Start with the finished kitchen, then choose the refrigerator.
Picture where the doors will open, where groceries will land, and how people will move between the refrigerator and cooking area. A larger refrigerator can be useful, but only when its installation leaves enough room for daily use.
Measure the opening at several points. Record the width, height, and depth; then note nearby walls, cabinet handles, an island, and any upper cabinetry. Keep the refrigerator’s overall dimensions separate from the required opening and ventilation spaces.
48-inch versus 60-inch: understand what the number describes.
The Custodia FFFFD1766-48 is a paired configuration built from left- and right-swing 24-inch units. The Maderno FFFFD1722-60SG combines two 28-inch convertible units with a decorative trim grille for a 60-inch built-in look. These are different layouts, not interchangeable replacements for the same opening.
| Buying question | Custodia FFFFD1766-48 | Maderno FFFFD1722-60SG |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Paired bottom-freezer refrigerators | Paired convertible refrigerator/freezer units with trim grille |
| Nominal size | 48-inch configuration; two 24-inch units | 60-inch presentation with trim; two 28-inch units |
| Combined capacity | 20.6 cu. ft. | 27.2 cu. ft. |
| Storage decision | Fresh-food access above freezer drawers | Choose refrigerator/freezer modes to suit your needs |
| Before ordering | Confirm the paired installation and both door swings | Confirm the exact trim kit, opening, and selected finish |
Use this comparison to narrow your choice. Your installer should approve the current drawing for the full model number, including the finish suffix, before cabinetry is built.
Forno Custodia: fresh-food storage above freezer drawers.
Consider the Custodia when you prefer bottom-freezer organization and a paired layout. The configuration provides 20.6 cu. ft. of combined capacity, Total No Frost cooling, and an internal automatic ice maker. Think about whether the drawer arrangement fits the frozen foods you actually buy.
An ice maker adds a water-connection decision to your plan. Check the manual and the position of the water supply before ordering.
Forno Maderno: flexible refrigeration for a wider kitchen plan.
The Maderno FFFFD1722-60SG offers convertible cooling and 27.2 cu. ft. of combined capacity. It is worth considering when you want to organize storage across two separate columns and choose the refrigeration/freezer arrangement around your household.
The decorative grille creates the finished 60-inch look. It does not remove the need to check ventilation, door movement, and the installation requirements for the selected configuration.
Fuel Details & utility planning
Both featured refrigerator configurations are electric appliances. Confirm the voltage, grounding, outlet access, and circuit requirements in the exact model manual. Have your installer account for both appliances in a paired installation, rather than assuming one outlet or one connection serves the whole arrangement.
If your selected refrigerator includes an ice maker, check the required water connection as well. Keep utility connections accessible for installation and service, and confirm that cabinetry will not obstruct the ventilation path.
Choose a finish that works across the room.
Compare the selected refrigerator finish with the range, dishwasher, cabinet hardware, and nearby lighting. A black or white appliance can anchor a coordinated kitchen, while stainless steel can work across several cabinet styles. Look at the actual variant images and SKU rather than relying on the family name alone.
Finish names and handle details can differ between product lines. Confirm each item separately if you are planning a matching set. For the wider project, see our Forno kitchen appliance package guide.
Dimensions, delivery, and warranty: complete the checklist.
- Confirm the exact SKU. Include finish and configuration details on your order and installer’s plan.
- Review the opening and clearances. Account for door swing, handle projection, airflow, and utility access—not only appliance width.
- Check the delivery route. Measure doorways, turns, stairs, and the path into the kitchen.
- Confirm delivery coverage. In-home delivery is available in qualifying service areas. Installation, utility hookups, and old-appliance removal are separate services.
- Read the warranty. Forno lists two-year parts-and-labor coverage for these featured appliances, subject to the manufacturer’s terms and exclusions.
The linked PDFs below are manufacturer documents hosted by Smokeforges. Review them with your installer; a shopping guide cannot replace the installation instructions.
Custodia documents
Maderno documents
Frequently asked questions
Is a 60-inch Maderno one large refrigerator?
The featured FFFFD1722-60SG configuration combines two 28-inch convertible units with a decorative grille. Review the complete configuration and trim details before planning the opening.
Does counter-depth mean a refrigerator will sit completely flush?
The label alone does not establish a flush fit. Compare the cabinet depth with the appliance, handles, door movement, and ventilation requirements shown in the exact model documents.
Can I cover these refrigerators with custom cabinet panels?
Do not assume that a finished-door refrigerator is panel ready. Choose a model explicitly specified for custom panels, and review its panel requirements separately.
Can Smokeforges help with a multi-appliance project?
Yes. Send the opening measurements, preferred finish, appliance list, and delivery ZIP code with your project-quote request. We can help review the product choices before you place the order.
Find the Forno refrigerator that fits your kitchen.
Start with the configuration you need, review the exact model documents, then choose your finish. For a larger renovation, send us your appliance list and opening measurements.
