American Fridges Freezers
American fridges freezers can be a stylish statement piece in any kitchen. They're large, so you can stockpile food and shop less.
They also feature sleek, minimalist design. There is a mini-bar door that folds down onto your fridge, making it easier to access your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers make an impressive statement in your kitchen as they are more spacious than their UK counterparts. These fridges are usually freestanding and can reach as high as 91cm. They can also range in size from 70cm to 91cm.
Usually, they have two doors that are full length, giving access to both freezer and fridge. They also usually feature shelves on the doors to allow easy access to items. This classic design is very popular with customers as it provides an ample amount of storage space and eye level access to contents without having to open the freezer or fridge several times. This saves energy.
They also tend to be deeper than their UK counterparts, which allows you to accommodate more frozen food items and to reduce shopping trips. With the added extra storage space they are a great option for large family meals and planning parties.
Some models are equipped with frost-free technologies that make it less necessary to perform manual defrosting, and can extend their lifespan. They also have exciting features such as water and ice dispensers that allow chilled drinks on demand.
When you are choosing a new American fridge freezer, take the time to carefully measure your space. Think about not only the size but also the height, making sure you can get it in without crashing into doors or cabinets during opening. If you're purchasing a model that is plumbed in, remember that you'll have to ensure it is close to an water supply.
Style
The 'American-style fridge freezer' is a catch-all term for the large models popular with larger families. Read the Full Piece of writing have double doors that open to the size of a cupboard. This traditional design lets you access your food at an eye level without having to open the whole appliance, allowing you to save energy by opening just one door at a time and minimizing loss of cold air - which will help reduce your energy costs.
If you have a big family to feed or prefer cooking in batches, look out for models that offer extra storage capacity and plenty of useful features, such as no-frost technology and 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 come with an open-air zone that you can use as a second freezer or fridge compartment. This gives you the flexibility that you need to accommodate your expanding family and the contents of your weekly grocery shopping.
Most of our models are stand-alone, and can be positioned as a fashionable piece of furniture, or placed into kitchen units at banks to create a more sleek appearance. However, remember that these appliances are deeper than traditional fridge freezers and you'll need to determine the dimensions of your hallways and doors to ensure that you can bring it into your home easily.
Storage
If you have a huge household to feed, look for American fridge freezers that have more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This will be enough space to carry 40 shopping bags!
It is recommended to look for models that have glass panels so you can see your food items without having open the door. So you can see what's inside before going out to shop - no more not having that essential block of cheese! You can also pick fridge freezers equipped with mini bar doors that fold down - perfect for opening your beer. Certain models also come with water dispensers, an ice dispenser and crushed ice dispenser. That gives you chilled drinks at any time without the need of a separate jug and they're easy to keep clean too.
Frost-free technology or no frost can prolong the lifespan of your appliance. It helps prevent build-ups that can impact the functioning of your appliance. It also saves time and effort since you'll have to defrost less frequently than standard fridge freezers.
Many of our models also come with a holiday mode that cuts down on the amount of energy the fridge-freezer consumes when you're away. Just make sure you empty the freezer prior to when you leave! Our collection includes models with an energy efficiency rating of A or better too. This is great for the environment and can also keep your electric cost low.
Energy
The fact that American fridge-freezers are more powerful than UK models doesn't mean that they're more expensive to operate. Modern manufacturing methods, along with the demand for energy efficiency by consumers are causing these large appliances use less electricity than you might think.
The larger the fridge freezer the higher the operating costs. However, this isn't always the situation. 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 cold.
However, this doesn't have to be the case and you can choose from a range of American fridge freezers that are energy-efficient and A+ with low levels of noise too. Look for features that reduce your food expenses like a the full flow of air to avoid the accumulation of frost and fancy 0@ drawers of fruit and vegetables for maximum long-lasting freshness.
It's important to keep in mind that these big kitchen appliances can be quite heavy and therefore you'll need to make sure they can pass through the doorways of the front and inside upon delivery, especially if you're having it delivered up to a top floor flat. If you're worried you should inquire with the retailer if they can take off (and reattach) the fridge freezer doors at the time of delivery or get a handyman in to do it for you.