The Most Advanced Guide To American Style Fridge Freezers
American Fridges Freezers
American fridges and freezers are fashionable additions to any kitchen. They're large, so you can stockpile them and shop less.
They also come with sleek and minimalist design. Check out the mini bar door on the fridge that folds down for easy access to your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers are larger than their UK counterparts and are a striking addition to any kitchen. Typically freestanding models they can vary in size from 70cm to more than 91cm wide and with their massive capacity these fridges can meet the requirements of families with larger households.
They typically have two full length doors that allow access to the fridge as well as freezer, often with door shelves that are easy to reach items. This classic design is very popular because it offers wide-width storage and allows easy access to the contents of the fridge without opening it or freezer more than twice.
These freezers also tend to be larger than their UK counterparts, allowing you to store more frozen food items and to cut down on shopping trips. The additional storage space makes them a great option for large family dinners and party planning.
Some models have frost-free technology to minimise manual defrosting and maintain their efficiency for longer. They can also provide innovative features such as water and ice dispensers for chilled drinks on demand.
Make sure you measure your space prior to buying the new American refrigerator freezer. It is also important to consider the height to ensure that you can fit it into the space and that it doesn't impact the doors or cabinets while opening. If you're purchasing a model with a plumbed-in plumbing system, remember that you'll need to ensure it is located near an water supply.
Style
The term 'American-style refrigerator freezer' is used to describe huge models that are loved by families. These models typically have double doors that open up to the size of an entire cupboard. This classic design lets you access your food items at eye level without opening the whole appliance, allowing you to conserve energy by only opening one door at time and minimizing the loss of cold air which can help lower the cost of energy.
If you have a big family to feed or prefer to batch-cook, look out for models that offer extra storage capacity and plenty of useful features like no-frost technology as well as multi-flow settings. Many of the American-style models that we carry include a handy ice maker to make it simple for everyone to drink a glass of chilled water.
Some models come with an open-air zone that you can use as an additional freezer compartment or fridge. This allows you to have the flexibility that you need to accommodate your growing family as well as the contents of your weekly grocery shopping.
Most of the models in our range are freestanding and can be positioned as a stylish feature piece or placed in a bank of kitchen units to create a more streamlined look. Be aware that these units are typically more substantial than traditional refrigerator freezers, which is why you'll want to make sure you can make them work in your home.
If you have a large family to feed, search for American fridge freezers that hold more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This is enough space to carry 40 shopping bags!
Check out models with glass panels which give you an eye view of your food items without opening the door. This way, you can see the contents of your fridge before heading out shopping - no more not having that essential block of cheese! There are fridge freezers equipped with mini bar doors that fold down to open your bottle of beer. Some models also have an ice dispenser, water dispenser dispenser and crushed ice. This lets you drink chilled drinks as you need them and without the need for an additional jug. They're easy to clean.
Frost-free or no frost technology helps prolong the longevity of your appliance by preventing build-ups that can impact on functionality. It also saves time and effort since you'll need to defrost less often than traditional fridge freezers.
A lot of our models come with an option for holiday use that reduces the amount of energy your fridge-freezer uses when you're away. Be sure to empty the freezer prior to when you leave! We also have models with energy efficiency ratings of A or better. This is great for the planet and keeps your electricity bills at a minimum.
Energy
The fact that American fridge-freezers are larger than UK models doesn't mean that they're more expensive to run. Modern manufacturing techniques and the energy efficiency demands of customers mean that these large appliances consume less power than you think.
It's commonly thought that bigger the freezer in the fridge, means more expensive its running costs. But this isn't always the reality. It's often down to the compressor placement which sits close to a larger vertical freezer compartment. It can become hot quickly, meaning it will need to work harder to ensure that things stay cool.
However, this doesn't have to be the case, and you can pick from a selection of American refrigerator freezers that are A+ energy rated with low noise levels too. You should look for features that can lower your food costs including full air flow to prevent frost build-up and fancy drawers that are 0@ in size for fruit and vegetables to ensure longevity of freshness.
It's important to note that these kitchen appliances can be quite heavy too so you'll need to check they can pass through the doorways to the inside and front during delivery, particularly when it's being delivered up to a top floor flat. If you're worried then you should ask the retailer if they are able to take off (and reattach) the doors to the fridge freezer at the time of delivery or engage a handyman to handle it for you.