American Fridges Freezers
American refrigerators and freezers can be elegant additions to kitchens. They're big enough so you can stockpile food and shop less.
They also have a sleek minimalist design. Look out for a mini bar door on the fridge that folds down for easy access to cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers make an impact in your kitchen, as they are more spacious than their UK counterparts. Typically freestanding models they can be as large as 70cm to 91cm wide, with their huge capacity they can accommodate the needs of larger families.
Usually, they have two doors with full length that allow access to both the fridge and freezer. They also usually feature shelves on the doors to allow easy access to items. american fridge freezer is a favorite among customers because it offers an ample amount of storage space and an eye-level access to the contents without opening the fridge or freezer multiple times. It also saves energy.
These freezers also tend to be larger than their UK counterparts enabling you to fit in more frozen foods and to reduce shopping trips. With the additional storage space they are a great option for large family meals and planning parties.
Some models have frost-free technology to minimize manual defrosting and preserve their effectiveness for a longer period of time. They can offer features like water and ice dispensers to provide chilled drinks upon demand.
When selecting a brand new American fridge freezer take the time to measure your space with care. Be aware of not only the width but also the height. Make sure that it is able to fit in without hitting doors or cabinets when opening. If you are buying a model with a plumbed-in plumbing system, remember that you'll have to ensure it can be placed close to an water supply.
Style
The American-style fridge freezer is a catch-all term for the huge models that are popular with larger families that typically feature double doors that open to the size of a cupboard. This classic design allows you to see your food at eye level without having to open the entire appliance. You can reduce energy consumption by only opening one door at a time, and reduce cold air loss.
If you have a large family to feed or you prefer to cook in batches, check for models that have extra storage capacity and plenty of useful features like no-frost technology, multi-flow settings and so on. Many of the American-style models we stock also come with an ice dispenser to make it easy for everyone to sip the refreshing drink of chilled water.
A few of the larger models also feature convertible zones that you can choose to make into an additional refrigerator compartment or freezer space. This gives you the flexibility you require for your growing family, as well as the contents of your daily shopping.
Most of the models in our range are freestanding, and can be set up to create a chic feature piece or moved back into a row of kitchen units for a more streamlined look. Be aware that these appliances are usually deeper than traditional refrigerator freezers, so you'll want to ensure that you can incorporate them into your space.
Stores
If you have a big family to feed, American fridge freezers that can store more than 500 litres of food are ideal. That's enough space for about 40 bags of shopping in!
Look for models with glass panels so you can see your food items without having open the door. This way you can look at what's inside before going out for a trip - no forgetting that crucial block of cheese! You can also pick fridge freezers equipped with mini bar doors that fold down to pour your drink into. Certain models have water, ice and crushed ice dispensers as well. It allows you to drink chilled drinks at any time, with no need for a separate jug and they're easy to keep clean too.
Frost-free or no frost technology helps to preserve the lifespan of your appliance by preventing the build-up of dust which can affect the performance of your appliance. You'll also reduce time and effort since you'll have to defrost your fridge freezer less often than standard models.
A number of our models have a holiday setting which reduces the amount of energy your fridge-freezer uses when you are away. Just make sure you empty the freezer before you leave! We also have models that have energy efficiency ratings of A or better. This is great for the environment and will help keep your electricity bills low.
Energy
Although American fridge freezers have a lot more space than UK models, this doesn't mean they're a fortune to run. Modern manufacturing methods, along with energy efficiency demands by customers are causing these large appliances consume less power than you might think.
The bigger the fridge freezer the more expensive the operating costs. This is not always the situation. It's often down to the compressor placement which sits close to an even larger vertical freezer compartment. It gets hot quickly, which means it will need to work harder to keep things cool.
There are American fridge freezers that have A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. Find features that lower your food costs by allowing for an airflow system that prevents the accumulation of frost and fancy drawers that are 0@ in size for vegetables and fruits for long-lasting freshness.
Remember that large kitchen appliances are usually quite heavy. You'll need to be sure they can fit through the front and internal doors upon delivery, especially when it's being delivered to an upper floor apartment. If you have any concerns you should inquire with the retailer if they're able remove (and attach) the fridge freezer doors when they deliver it, or employ a handyman to do it for you.