American Fridges Freezers
American refrigerators and freezers can be a stylish statement piece in any kitchen. They have a large capacity so you can stockpile food and shop less.
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Size
American fridge freezers make an impressive display in your kitchen since they are more spacious than their UK counterparts. They are typically freestanding and can reach as high as 91cm. They can also vary in size between 70cm and 91cm.
They typically come with two doors that are full length that allow access to the fridge as well as freezer, and often have door shelves that are easy to reach items. This classic design is popular because it offers ample storage space and provides easy access to the contents without opening the fridge or freezer more than once.
These freezers are also bigger than their UK counterparts, allowing you to store more frozen food. This helps to reduce the amount of trips to the supermarket. With the additional storage space, they are perfect for large family meals and party planning.
Some models have frost-free technology, which helps reduce the need for manual defrosting and keep their efficiency for longer. They may also include features such as water and ice dispensers that provide chilled drinks upon demand.
When choosing a new American fridge freezer, take the time to measure your space with care. Be aware of not only the width but the height too ensuring you can get it inside and not hit doors or cabinets during opening. If you are buying an item that is plumbed-in, keep in mind you'll need to ensure it is close to a water supply.
Style
The 'American-style ' fridge freezer is a catch-all term for the large models popular with large families. They usually have double doors that open at cupboard-size. This classic design permits you to see your food at eye level without having to open the entire appliance. You can reduce energy consumption by opening only one door at a given time, and reduce loss of cold air.
If you cook for a large number of people or prefer batch cooking pick models that have additional storage space as well as useful features such as no-frost or multi-flow settings. A lot of the American-style models available also come with a handy ice dispenser to make it easier for everyone to enjoy refreshing water in a glass.
Some of the bigger models also feature convertible zones that you can choose to make an additional refrigerator compartment or freezer space. This gives you the flexibility you require for your growing family and the contents of your grocery store.
Most of the models in our collection are freestanding and can be positioned as a stunning statement piece or placed in a bank of kitchen units to create more sleek appearance. But be aware that these appliances can be larger than traditional fridge freezers. You'll have to determine the dimensions of your hallways and doors to ensure that you can bring it into your home in a comfortable way.
Storage
If you've got a large family to feed, search for American fridge freezers with more than 500 litres of storage capacity. That's enough space for about 40 bags of shopping in!
Check out models with glass panels which give you the view of your food items without opening the door. You can then check your food prior to going shopping, and you won't overlook that crucial block of cheese. You can also choose fridge-freezers with mini bar doors that fold down to open your bottle of beer. Some models come with a water, ice and crushed ice dispensers too. This lets you have chilled drinks in your hand and without the need for an additional container. They are also easy to clean.
Frost-free technology or no frost can prolong the longevity of your appliance. It stops the build-up of dust that can compromise the performance of the appliance. You'll also save time and effort, as you will need to defrost your refrigerator freezer less often than standard models.
Many of our models have a holiday mode, which reduces the amount of energy your fridge uses while you're away. Just make sure you empty the freezer before you leave! We also have models that have energy efficiency ratings of A or higher. This is good for the environment and helps keep your electric costs down.
Energy
Although American fridge freezers are larger and have a lot more space than UK models, it doesn't mean that they cost a fortune to run. Modern manufacturing techniques, and energy efficiency requirements from customers are causing these large appliances use less electricity than you might think.
The bigger the fridge freezer, the higher the operating costs. However, this isn't always the case. The compressor is often located near a large vertical freezing compartment. This causes it to quickly heat up and to work harder to keep the food items chilled.
You can find American fridge freezers with A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. Look for features that cut down on your food expenses, such as the full flow of air to avoid condensation of frost, and fancy 0@ drawers of fruit and vegetables to ensure longevity of freshness.
Be aware that large kitchen appliances are often quite heavy. You'll need to be sure they're able to pass through the front and internal doors on delivery, especially in the case of an upper-floor apartment. If you're concerned then you should ask the retailer if they're able take off (and reconnect) the doors to the fridge freezer when they deliver it, or employ a handyman to do it for you.