The RF31FMESBSR is 68-7/8" high without the hinges, and 70" high with them. Samsung recommends leaving at least 3/8" clearance above the refrigerator to allow for air circulation and ease of movement.

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Ms. Samsung

Thanks for your interest. The RF31FMESBSR French Door with the Sparkling Water feature is currently available in real stainless steel only, though a very similar model, the RF31FMEDBBC, is available in white. The key difference between these two models, besides the color, is that the latter option has a through-the-door ice and still water dispenser; it does not dispense sparkling water.

- Ms. Samsung

Thanks for your question. The official measurement of the RF31FMESBSR indicate that the bottom of the refrigerator doors are 34.5" above the floor. However, this may vary slightly depending on the amount of adjustment needed in order to level the fridge in your home. The middle Flex Zone Drawer is designed to be "counter height" so it's easily within reach for most members of a household (at least those who should be helping themselves to what's stored inside!), but the doors may not be able to actually swing open over the countertop.

- Ms. Samsung

Thanks for the question. We appreciate your interest in the Sparkling Water feature, but at this time only the RF31FMESBSR model, which was introduced in the spring of 2013, has the ability to have the SodaStream canister installed so it can dispense sparkling water.

- Ms. Samsung