The Most Significant Issue With American Style Fridge Freezers And How…

American Fridges Freezers

American refrigerators and freezers are stylish additions to any kitchen. They offer huge capacity which means you can shop for groceries and visit the stores less often.

They are also sleek and minimalist in design. Mini-bars are available with a door that folds down on the fridge to make it easier to get access to your cold drinks.

Size

American fridge freezers make an impact in the kitchen because they are bigger than their UK counterparts. They usually are freestanding and vary in size from 70cm to over 91cm wide and with their massive capacity these fridges can suit the requirements of families with larger households.

They typically come with two doors that are full length giving you access to the fridge as well as freezer, often with door storage shelves for easy reach items. This classic design is a favorite among customers because it offers full width storage space and eye level access to contents without having to open the fridge or freezer multiple times, thereby saving energy.

They can also be more spacious than their UK counterparts enabling you to accommodate more frozen food items and to reduce the number of trips to the supermarket. The extra storage space makes them a good option for large family dinners and party planning.

Some models are equipped with frost-free technologies that eliminate the need for manual defrosting and extend their life. They can also provide interesting features, such as water and ice dispensers to serve chilled drinks on demand.

When selecting a brand new American fridge freezer, take the time to take a careful measurement of your space. Be aware of not only the width but also the height to ensure you are able to fit it in without crashing into doors or cabinets when opening. If you buy an item that is plumbed with water, you must ensure it is situated near a water source.

Style

The American-style fridge freezer is a catch-all term for the large models popular with large families. They typically come with double doors that open at cupboard-size. This classic design allows you to see your food at eye-level, without having to open the entire appliance. It is possible to save energy by opening only one door at a given time, and minimize the loss of cold air.

If you have a large family to feed, or you prefer to batch-cook, look out for models with extra storage capacity as well as useful features, such as no-frost technology and multi-flow settings. A lot of American models we sell also come with an efficient ice dispenser to allow everyone to enjoy a chilled glass of water.

A few of the larger models also feature the option of converting the zone so that you could use as an extra fridge compartment or freezer space. This gives you the flexibility that you need to accommodate your growing family and the contents of your daily shopping.

The majority of our models are stand-alone, and can be positioned as a stylish piece of furniture, or placed into a bank's kitchen units to create a sleeker appearance. But, keep in mind that these units can be more substantial than conventional fridge freezers and you'll need to take measurements of your hallways and doors to ensure you can get it into your home easily.

Stores

If you have a large household to feed, look for American fridge freezers with more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This is enough room to hold 40 shopping bags!

You should look for models that have glass panels to let you see your food items without having to open the door. You can then look over your food items prior American Fridges Freezers to going to the market, and you won't overlook that crucial block of cheese. There are fridge freezers equipped with mini bar doors that fold out - perfect for opening your beer. Certain models have a water, ice and crushed ice dispensers as well. You can enjoy chilled drinks as you need them without the need for an additional jug. They're easy to keep clean too.

Frost-free technology or no frost helps extend the lifespan of your appliance. It prevents build-ups which can compromise the performance of the appliance. You'll also reduce time and effort since you'll need to defrost your refrigerator freezer less often than standard models.

Many of our models have an option for holiday use that reduces the amount of energy the fridge makes use of while you're away. Make sure you empty your freezer before you leave! Our selection includes models that have an energy efficiency rating of A or better too. This is great for American Fridges Freezers the environment and will help keep your electricity costs low.

Energy

The fact that American fridge-freezers are larger than UK models doesn't mean that they cost more to run. Modern manufacturing methods, along with the demand for energy efficiency by consumers, mean that these large appliances use less electricity than you think.

The larger the fridge freezer the greater the operating cost. This is not always the scenario. It's often down to the compressor's position, which is situated close to a larger vertical freezer compartment. This can get hot quickly, meaning it needs to work harder to keep things cool.

But, this doesn't need to be the case and you can pick from a selection of American fridge freezers that are energy-efficient and A+ with low noise levels too. You can also look for extra features to reduce the cost of food shopping like air circulation that stops freezing and frost accumulation, as well as fancy 0@ fruit and veg drawers for optimum long-lasting freshness.

Be aware that large kitchen appliances are often quite heavy. You'll need to be sure that they fit through the front and interior doors when it arrives, particularly in the case of an upper floor apartment. If you have any concerns you should inquire with the retailer if they are able to take off (and reattach) the fridge freezer doors at the time of delivery or engage a handyman to handle it for you.