Video Tutorial: How to Measure a Fridge or Freezer Door Seal

This video tutorial will walk you through identifying your refrigeration seal profile by taking a cross-section. Once you know your profile, you can order the right replacement gasket for your fridge or freezer with confidence. We’re here to help anyone who needs a replacement seal, including refrigeration engineers, service companies, facility managers, and independent businesses.

What You’ll Learn

In this video, seal expert Harry shows you:

  • (0:11) The difference between dart fixing and flap fixing gaskets
  • (0:29) How to measure your gasket from the outside edges
  • (0:45) When and how to measure from the dart centres and how to ensure an accurate fit
  • (2:11) How to record your measurements correctly before you order

Once you’ve measured your seal profile, you can visit our branded or custom seals pages to request a replacement for your fridge or freezer gasket.

If you are struggling to measure your seal, you can also contact our team on 01379 788221 or email sales@thesealcompany.co.uk.

A close-up of a hand holding a metal ruler next to a plastic object, measuring its width. The ruler shows both inch and millimetre markings, with the plastic object’s width aligning to about 1.8 centimetres or 0.7 inches.

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