At that time, LG predecessor, GoldStar (금성사), first used the word 'Kimchi refrigerator' (김치 냉장고).

The model name of the first kimchi refrigerator was 'GR-063', and according to the advertisement], the inside was made of stainless steel and the internal temperature could be set, but it is assumed that the direct cooling method was adopted.

After many years of comprehensive work on development to best suit kimchi fermentation and storage, WiniaMando (만도기계) launched commercial brand, DIMCHAE (딤채), into the mass market in December 1995.

As of November 2007, more than a dozen home appliance manufacturers, including Samsung and LG, were involved in commercial production of kimchi refrigerators.

The initial design took up much space and heavy plastic kimchi containers had to be lifted to get to the bottom part.