Schmick SK156 Under-Bench Fridge Family: Specs Guide
The Schmick SK156 is one of the biggest under-bench fridge families in the KingCave range — 15 live SKUs built around the same 164L, 595mm-wide chassis, split across straight bar fridges, wine fridges, and two-door combo units. The catch with a family this size is the SKU codes: once you're past L and R, the suffixes start stacking up (B, HD, SD, MW, M, COMBO) and it's easy to order the wrong door type or hinge for your cabinetry. This guide breaks down exactly what each suffix means and lists the full spec sheet for every model, so you can match the code on the box to the fridge you actually want.
How the SK156 Suffix Code Works
Every SK156 model name is built from the same core code plus a string of letters. Based on the specifications for all 15 SKUs, here's what each letter consistently means:
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L / R — hinge side. Every SKU starting with "L" has
hinge: leftin its specifications, and every "R" SKU hashinge: right, with zero exceptions across the 13 single-door models that carry a hinge code. - B — black finish. Every SKU with a "B" in the code (SK156L-B-HD, SK156R-B-HD, SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW, SK156R-B-M, SK156R-B-HD-M, SK156L-B-HD-MW, SK156-COMBO-BHDM) is black; every SKU without a "B" is stainless steel.
- HD — heated glass door. Every SKU with "HD" in the code has a heated glass door (anti-condensation element built into the glass), confirmed against the specifications on all seven HD single-door SKUs plus the SK156-COMBO-BHDM.
- SD — solid door. SK156L-SD and SK156R-SD are the two solid-stainless-door models in the range (no glass panel), per their product titles and model codes.
- MW — wine fridge variant. SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW, SK156L-B-HD-MW and SK156L-HD-MW are all titled as wine fridges rather than bar fridges.
- M (without a following W) — appears on three later bar-fridge listings (SK156R-B-M, SK156R-B-HD-M, SK156R-HD-M). These are the same bar-fridge spec profile as their non-M equivalents; the extra letter doesn't correspond to a different feature in the data.
- COMBO — the two dual-zone combo units, SK156-COMBO-BHDM and SK156-COMBO-SSM, both titled as combo bar fridges rather than single-door models.
Full Specs Comparison Table
| SKU | Type | Finish | Door | Capacity (L) | W × H × D (mm) | Noise (dB) | Hinge | Mount | Power (kWh/24h) | Energy (★) | Warranty (yrs) | Doors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK156L-HD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Built-in | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-HD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156L-B-HD | Bar fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Built-in | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-HD | Bar fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-SD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Solid* | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 41 | Right | Under-counter | 1.36 | 6.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156L-SD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Solid* | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 41 | Left | Under-counter | 1.36 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-M | Bar fridge | Black | Glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 1.86 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-HD-M | Bar fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 1.86 | — | — | 1 |
| SK156R-HD-M | Bar fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 2.75 | — | — | 1 |
| SK156L-B-MW | Wine fridge | Black | Glass (triple-glazed) | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Under-counter | 1.86 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-MW | Wine fridge | Black | Glass (triple-glazed) | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Built-in | 1.86 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156L-B-HD-MW | Wine fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Under-counter | 1.86 | — | — | 1 |
| SK156L-HD-MW | Wine fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Under-counter | 1.86 | — | — | — |
| SK156-COMBO-BHDM | Combo | Black | Heated glass | — | — | 43 | — | Under-counter | — | — | — | — |
| SK156-COMBO-SSM | Combo | Stainless | Heated glass | — | — | 43 | — | Under-counter | — | — | — | 2 |
*Door type for the SD models is per the product title and model code (their "door" spec field is inherited from the glass-door template but the title and handle both confirm a solid stainless door).
Bar Fridges
Nine of the fifteen SK156 SKUs are straight bar fridges — no wine-specific fit-out, no second zone, just a 164L cabinet in your choice of finish, door and hinge.
SK156L-HD: Stainless, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-HD is the stainless, left-hinged heated-glass model — 164L, 595 × 840 × 586mm, running at 43dB and 2.75kWh/24h (7.0 star energy rating). It's built for built-in installation with 50mm rear ventilation clearance and carries a 2-year warranty.
SK156R-HD: Stainless, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-HD is the same stainless heated-glass spec as the L-HD model but hinged right and set up for under-counter mounting rather than built-in.
SK156L-B-HD: Black, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-B-HD brings the black finish to the built-in, left-hinged heated-glass configuration — same 164L capacity, 43dB, 2.75kWh/24h and 2-year warranty as its stainless sibling.
SK156R-B-HD: Black, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-HD is the black, right-hinged, under-counter heated-glass model — identical specs to SK156L-B-HD aside from hinge side and mounting type.
SK156R-SD: Stainless, Solid Door, Right Hinge
SK156R-SD is the solid stainless-door option — no glass, no heated element, right-hinged and reversible. It's the quietest SKU in the range at 41dB and the most efficient at 1.36kWh/24h.
SK156L-SD: Stainless, Solid Door, Left Hinge
SK156L-SD mirrors SK156R-SD in a left-hinged, reversible-door configuration — same 41dB noise level and 1.36kWh/24h power draw.
SK156R-B-M: Black, Glass Door, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-M is a black, non-heated triple-glazed glass door bar fridge, right-hinged and reversible, running at 1.86kWh/24h with a 9.0 star energy rating.
SK156R-B-HD-M: Black, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-HD-M steps up to a heated glass door in the same black, right-hinged, under-counter format, drawing 1.86kWh/24h.
SK156R-HD-M: Stainless, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-HD-M is the stainless equivalent — right-hinged, under-counter, heated glass door, at 2.75kWh/24h.
Wine Fridges
Four SK156 SKUs are configured as wine fridges rather than bar fridges, all sharing the triple-glazed glass door construction.
SK156L-B-MW: Black, Left Hinge
SK156L-B-MW is a black, non-heated, triple-glazed glass door wine fridge — left-hinged, reversible, 164L, running at 1.86kWh/24h with a 9.0 star rating.
SK156R-B-MW: Black, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-MW matches the L-B-MW spec but is right-hinged and set up for built-in mounting rather than under-counter.
SK156L-B-HD-MW: Black, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-B-HD-MW is the black, heated-glass version of the wine fridge — left-hinged, under-counter, 1.86kWh/24h.
SK156L-HD-MW: Stainless, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-HD-MW is the stainless heated-glass wine fridge, left-hinged and under-counter at 1.86kWh/24h. It's the one SK156 SKU rated for indoor use only rather than indoor-and-outdoor.
Combo Units
Two SK156 SKUs are dual-zone combo fridges — both heated glass, both under-counter, at 43dB.
SK156-COMBO-BHDM: Black
SK156-COMBO-BHDM is the black combo unit — heated glass door, under-counter mounting, 43dB.
SK156-COMBO-SSM: Stainless
SK156-COMBO-SSM is the stainless combo unit, also heated glass and under-counter — and the only SK156 SKU specified with 2 doors, confirming the dual-zone layout.
Fitting, Ventilation and Mounting
Every SK156 SKU with ventilation data specifies 50mm rear clearance — allow that gap behind the cabinet for airflow regardless of finish or door type. Beyond that, the range splits into two mounting styles:
- Built-in — SK156L-HD, SK156R-B-MW. These are set up for flush cabinetry installation.
- Under-counter — every other SKU in the range with a mount spec, including all the SD, MW-with-left-hinge, M and combo models. This is the standard true under-bench fit.
No cavity dimensions (built-in cabinetry cavity height/width/depth) are specified for the SK156 range in our data — for a built-in install, use the external dimensions (595 × 840 × 586mm) plus the 50mm rear clearance as your minimum cavity allowance, and check with our team before cutting cabinetry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is the Schmick SK156?
Every SK156 SKU with dimension data measures 595mm wide × 840mm high × 586mm deep, with a 164L capacity.
What's the difference between the L and R hinge codes?
L means the door is left-hinged, R means right-hinged. This is consistent across every SK156 SKU that carries a hinge code in its specifications.
What does "HD" mean on an SK156 model?
HD indicates a heated glass door — a heating element built into the glass to prevent condensation, useful for humid conditions or fridges positioned near the elements. On the single-door SK156 range, every SKU with "HD" in its code has this feature, and both combo units also have heated glass doors.
Can I swap the hinge side on my SK156 fridge?
It depends on the model. The SK156L-SD, SK156R-SD, SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW and SK156R-B-M all have a reversible door per their specifications. The plain heated-glass models (SK156L-HD, SK156R-HD, SK156L-B-HD, SK156R-B-HD) are specified as not reversible — order the correct hinge side upfront on those.
Are all SK156 models suitable for outdoor use?
Nearly all SK156 SKUs are rated for both indoor and outdoor (alfresco) use. The one exception in our data is SK156L-HD-MW, which is specified as indoor use only — check this before installing it in an outdoor bar or alfresco area.
What's the difference between the bar fridge and wine fridge (MW) versions?
The MW-suffixed SKUs (SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW, SK156L-B-HD-MW, SK156L-HD-MW) are titled and specified as wine fridges with a triple-glazed glass door, while the rest of the range is titled as standard bar fridges. Both share the same 164L cabinet and 595 × 840 × 586mm footprint.
Schmick SK156 Under-Bench Fridge Family: Specs Guide
The Schmick SK156 is one of the biggest under-bench fridge families in the KingCave range — 15 live SKUs built around the same 164L, 595mm-wide chassis, split across straight bar fridges, wine fridges, and two-door combo units. The catch with a family this size is the SKU codes: once you're past L and R, the suffixes start stacking up (B, HD, SD, MW, M, COMBO) and it's easy to order the wrong door type or hinge for your cabinetry. This guide breaks down exactly what each suffix means and lists the full spec sheet for every model, so you can match the code on the box to the fridge you actually want.
How the SK156 Suffix Code Works
Every SK156 model name is built from the same core code plus a string of letters. Based on the specifications for all 15 SKUs, here's what each letter consistently means:
-
L / R — hinge side. Every SKU starting with "L" has
hinge: leftin its specifications, and every "R" SKU hashinge: right, with zero exceptions across the 13 single-door models that carry a hinge code. - B — black finish. Every SKU with a "B" in the code (SK156L-B-HD, SK156R-B-HD, SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW, SK156R-B-M, SK156R-B-HD-M, SK156L-B-HD-MW, SK156-COMBO-BHDM) is black; every SKU without a "B" is stainless steel.
- HD — heated glass door. Every SKU with "HD" in the code has a heated glass door (anti-condensation element built into the glass), confirmed against the specifications on all seven HD single-door SKUs plus the SK156-COMBO-BHDM.
- SD — solid door. SK156L-SD and SK156R-SD are the two solid-stainless-door models in the range (no glass panel), per their product titles and model codes.
- MW — wine fridge variant. SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW, SK156L-B-HD-MW and SK156L-HD-MW are all titled as wine fridges rather than bar fridges.
- M (without a following W) — appears on three later bar-fridge listings (SK156R-B-M, SK156R-B-HD-M, SK156R-HD-M). These are the same bar-fridge spec profile as their non-M equivalents; the extra letter doesn't correspond to a different feature in the data.
- COMBO — the two dual-zone combo units, SK156-COMBO-BHDM and SK156-COMBO-SSM, both titled as combo bar fridges rather than single-door models.
Full Specs Comparison Table
| SKU | Type | Finish | Door | Capacity (L) | W × H × D (mm) | Noise (dB) | Hinge | Mount | Power (kWh/24h) | Energy (★) | Warranty (yrs) | Doors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK156L-HD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Built-in | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-HD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156L-B-HD | Bar fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Built-in | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-HD | Bar fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 2.75 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-SD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Solid* | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 41 | Right | Under-counter | 1.36 | 6.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156L-SD | Bar fridge | Stainless | Solid* | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 41 | Left | Under-counter | 1.36 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-M | Bar fridge | Black | Glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 1.86 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-HD-M | Bar fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 1.86 | — | — | 1 |
| SK156R-HD-M | Bar fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Under-counter | 2.75 | — | — | 1 |
| SK156L-B-MW | Wine fridge | Black | Glass (triple-glazed) | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Under-counter | 1.86 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156R-B-MW | Wine fridge | Black | Glass (triple-glazed) | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Right | Built-in | 1.86 | 9.0 | 2 | 1 |
| SK156L-B-HD-MW | Wine fridge | Black | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Under-counter | 1.86 | — | — | 1 |
| SK156L-HD-MW | Wine fridge | Stainless | Heated glass | 164 | 595 × 840 × 586 | 43 | Left | Under-counter | 1.86 | — | — | — |
| SK156-COMBO-BHDM | Combo | Black | Heated glass | — | — | 43 | — | Under-counter | — | — | — | — |
| SK156-COMBO-SSM | Combo | Stainless | Heated glass | — | — | 43 | — | Under-counter | — | — | — | 2 |
*Door type for the SD models is per the product title and model code (their "door" spec field is inherited from the glass-door template but the title and handle both confirm a solid stainless door).
Bar Fridges
Nine of the fifteen SK156 SKUs are straight bar fridges — no wine-specific fit-out, no second zone, just a 164L cabinet in your choice of finish, door and hinge.
SK156L-HD: Stainless, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-HD is the stainless, left-hinged heated-glass model — 164L, 595 × 840 × 586mm, running at 43dB and 2.75kWh/24h (7.0 star energy rating). It's built for built-in installation with 50mm rear ventilation clearance and carries a 2-year warranty.
SK156R-HD: Stainless, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-HD is the same stainless heated-glass spec as the L-HD model but hinged right and set up for under-counter mounting rather than built-in.
SK156L-B-HD: Black, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-B-HD brings the black finish to the built-in, left-hinged heated-glass configuration — same 164L capacity, 43dB, 2.75kWh/24h and 2-year warranty as its stainless sibling.
SK156R-B-HD: Black, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-HD is the black, right-hinged, under-counter heated-glass model — identical specs to SK156L-B-HD aside from hinge side and mounting type.
SK156R-SD: Stainless, Solid Door, Right Hinge
SK156R-SD is the solid stainless-door option — no glass, no heated element, right-hinged and reversible. It's the quietest SKU in the range at 41dB and the most efficient at 1.36kWh/24h.
SK156L-SD: Stainless, Solid Door, Left Hinge
SK156L-SD mirrors SK156R-SD in a left-hinged, reversible-door configuration — same 41dB noise level and 1.36kWh/24h power draw.
SK156R-B-M: Black, Glass Door, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-M is a black, non-heated triple-glazed glass door bar fridge, right-hinged and reversible, running at 1.86kWh/24h with a 9.0 star energy rating.
SK156R-B-HD-M: Black, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-HD-M steps up to a heated glass door in the same black, right-hinged, under-counter format, drawing 1.86kWh/24h.
SK156R-HD-M: Stainless, Heated Glass, Right Hinge
SK156R-HD-M is the stainless equivalent — right-hinged, under-counter, heated glass door, at 2.75kWh/24h.
Wine Fridges
Four SK156 SKUs are configured as wine fridges rather than bar fridges, all sharing the triple-glazed glass door construction.
SK156L-B-MW: Black, Left Hinge
SK156L-B-MW is a black, non-heated, triple-glazed glass door wine fridge — left-hinged, reversible, 164L, running at 1.86kWh/24h with a 9.0 star rating.
SK156R-B-MW: Black, Right Hinge
SK156R-B-MW matches the L-B-MW spec but is right-hinged and set up for built-in mounting rather than under-counter.
SK156L-B-HD-MW: Black, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-B-HD-MW is the black, heated-glass version of the wine fridge — left-hinged, under-counter, 1.86kWh/24h.
SK156L-HD-MW: Stainless, Heated Glass, Left Hinge
SK156L-HD-MW is the stainless heated-glass wine fridge, left-hinged and under-counter at 1.86kWh/24h. It's the one SK156 SKU rated for indoor use only rather than indoor-and-outdoor.
Combo Units
Two SK156 SKUs are dual-zone combo fridges — both heated glass, both under-counter, at 43dB.
SK156-COMBO-BHDM: Black
SK156-COMBO-BHDM is the black combo unit — heated glass door, under-counter mounting, 43dB.
SK156-COMBO-SSM: Stainless
SK156-COMBO-SSM is the stainless combo unit, also heated glass and under-counter — and the only SK156 SKU specified with 2 doors, confirming the dual-zone layout.
Fitting, Ventilation and Mounting
Every SK156 SKU with ventilation data specifies 50mm rear clearance — allow that gap behind the cabinet for airflow regardless of finish or door type. Beyond that, the range splits into two mounting styles:
- Built-in — SK156L-HD, SK156R-B-MW. These are set up for flush cabinetry installation.
- Under-counter — every other SKU in the range with a mount spec, including all the SD, MW-with-left-hinge, M and combo models. This is the standard true under-bench fit.
No cavity dimensions (built-in cabinetry cavity height/width/depth) are specified for the SK156 range in our data — for a built-in install, use the external dimensions (595 × 840 × 586mm) plus the 50mm rear clearance as your minimum cavity allowance, and check with our team before cutting cabinetry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is the Schmick SK156?
Every SK156 SKU with dimension data measures 595mm wide × 840mm high × 586mm deep, with a 164L capacity.
What's the difference between the L and R hinge codes?
L means the door is left-hinged, R means right-hinged. This is consistent across every SK156 SKU that carries a hinge code in its specifications.
What does "HD" mean on an SK156 model?
HD indicates a heated glass door — a heating element built into the glass to prevent condensation, useful for humid conditions or fridges positioned near the elements. On the single-door SK156 range, every SKU with "HD" in its code has this feature, and both combo units also have heated glass doors.
Can I swap the hinge side on my SK156 fridge?
It depends on the model. The SK156L-SD, SK156R-SD, SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW and SK156R-B-M all have a reversible door per their specifications. The plain heated-glass models (SK156L-HD, SK156R-HD, SK156L-B-HD, SK156R-B-HD) are specified as not reversible — order the correct hinge side upfront on those.
Are all SK156 models suitable for outdoor use?
Nearly all SK156 SKUs are rated for both indoor and outdoor (alfresco) use. The one exception in our data is SK156L-HD-MW, which is specified as indoor use only — check this before installing it in an outdoor bar or alfresco area.
What's the difference between the bar fridge and wine fridge (MW) versions?
The MW-suffixed SKUs (SK156L-B-MW, SK156R-B-MW, SK156L-B-HD-MW, SK156L-HD-MW) are titled and specified as wine fridges with a triple-glazed glass door, while the rest of the range is titled as standard bar fridges. Both share the same 164L cabinet and 595 × 840 × 586mm footprint.