The 10 Most Scariest Things About American Style Fridge Freezers
American Fridges Freezers
American fridges freezers make a stunning statement piece in any kitchen. They are large in capacity, so you can stock up and visit the shops less often.
They also come with sleek and minimalist design. Look for a mini bar door on the fridge that folds down for quick access to your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers make a real statement in your kitchen, as they are more spacious than their UK counterparts. fridge freezers american are freestanding models, and be as large as 70cm up to over 91cm in width, with their huge capacity they can accommodate the needs of larger families.
Usually, american fridge freezer come with two full-length doors that give access to both the fridge and freezer. They may also have shelves at the door for items that are easy to reach. This classic design is a favorite with consumers due to the fact that it offers ample storage space along with eye level access to contents without opening the fridge or freezer multiple times - saving energy.
These freezers are also deeper than their UK counterparts that allow you to store more frozen food. This can reduce the amount of trips to the store. With the added storage space, they are ideal for large family meals as well as planning parties.
Certain models are equipped with frost-free technology, which helps reduce the need for manual defrosting and keep their effectiveness for a longer period of time. They can also provide new features like water and ice dispensers to serve chilled drinks on demand.
When selecting a brand new American fridge freezer, take the time to carefully measure your space. Also, consider the height to ensure you can fit it into your space and to ensure you don't knock into the doors or cabinets while opening. If you're purchasing a plumbed in model remember you'll need to ensure that it can be placed close to a water supply.
Style
The term 'American-style refrigerator freezer is used to refer to huge models that are loved by families. These types typically have doors that are doubled and are able to open to the size of a cupboard. This classic design allows you to reach your food items at eye level without opening the entire appliance. It allows you to conserve energy by opening just one door at time and minimizing the loss of cold air - which will help reduce your energy consumption.
If you have a large family to feed, or you prefer cooking in batches, look out for models with extra storage capacity, as well as useful features, such as no-frost technology as well as multi-flow settings. Many of the American models we sell come with an ice dispenser that is convenient to make it easier for everyone to sip a chilled glass of water.
Some models have convertible zones, which you can use as an additional freezer compartment or fridge. This gives you the flexibility you need for your growing family, as well as the contents of your daily shopping.
The majority of our models are stand-alone, and can be positioned as a beautiful piece of furniture or pushed into a bank kitchen units to give a sleeker appearance. Remember that these appliances are usually larger than conventional refrigerator freezers, so you'll need to make sure you can make them work in your home.
Stores
If you have a big family to feed, look for American refrigerator freezers that can hold more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This will be enough space to carry 40 shopping bags!
It is recommended to look for models with glass panels to let you see your food without having to open the door. You can then look over your food prior to going to the market, and you won't overlook that crucial block of cheese. You can select fridge-freezers equipped with mini-bar doors which can fold out - ideal to open your bottle. Some models come with water, ice and crushed ice dispensers, too. This lets you have chilled drinks available and without the need for an additional jug. They are also easy to clean.
Frost-free or no-frost technology can prolong the lifespan of your appliance by preventing build-ups that could affect functionality. You'll also save time and energy, as you will need to defrost your fridge freezer less often than conventional models.
A lot of our models come with an option for holiday use that reduces the amount of energy your fridge makes use of while you're away. Make sure you empty your freezer before you leave! We also have models that have energy efficiency ratings of A or better. This is good for the environment and keeps your electricity costs low.
Energy
The fact that American refrigerator freezers are bigger than UK models doesn't mean they are more expensive to run. Modern manufacturing techniques and energy efficiency demands from consumers mean that these big appliances consume less power than you think.
It's a common belief that the bigger the freezer in the fridge, means higher the running costs. However, this isn't always the scenario. The compressor is usually situated close to a large vertical freezer compartment. This causes it to quickly heat up and work harder to keep the items cool.
But, this doesn't need to be the case. you can choose from a selection of American fridge freezers that are A+ energy-rated with low levels of noise too. Find features that lower your food costs like a complete air flow to avoid condensation of frost, and fancy 0@ drawers of vegetables and fruits to ensure longevity and freshness.
Be aware that large kitchen appliances are often quite heavy. You'll need to be sure they can fit through the front and interior doors on delivery, especially when it's delivered to an upper floor apartment. If you're worried, it's best to inquire with the retailer if they are able to take off (and attach) the refrigerator freezer doors when they deliver it, or get a handyman in to do it for you.