New fridge
I just ordered a new GE GNE27JGMWW after doing much research for french door models, any and all of the Korean brands were out of the question.
Because my requirements were specific, GE was the only manufacturer who had what I wanted.
My requirements were:
White, painted finish
In unit water and ice service
Max. width of 36 inches
Standard depth cabinet
This GE will replace my 7 year, 10 month old "lemon" Whirlpool which died on me last week, it has been beset with so many issues that the underwriter for the extended warranty I wisely purchased when it was new wrote the unit off 2 years ago.
I am convinced that Whirlpool uses the lowest (cheapest) grade of stainless steel on the planet for their appliances, no doubt other manufacturers do the same.
The finish on the Whirlpool developed surface rust after a year in service, despite maintaining it as Whirlpool suggested, this is why I spec'd a white, painted finish for the new unit.
The indoor ice/water dispensing system failed many, many times, ice production itself was OK, the dispensing components were woeful, at best.
Another model I was considering was a GE Cafe french 4 door design, however I could not justify it's cost of $2K more than the basic GE.
Fridges all do the same thing, I don't need all the frills which will prove to be problematic as the appliance ages.
[this post was last edited: 11/26/2024-09:53]
