American Fridges Freezers
American fridges freezers are stylish accent piece for any kitchen. They are large in capacity which means you can stockpile and shop less.
They also feature sleek and minimalist design. Look out for a mini bar door on the fridge that folds down to provide easy access to your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers are more spacious than their UK counterparts and make a statement in any kitchen. They are typically freestanding and can be as large as 91cm. They can also vary in size between 70cm to 91cm.
They typically come with two doors that are full length giving you access to the fridge and freezer, and often have door shelves to store items. This classic design is very popular with customers as it provides the space for storage to be full width and an eye-level access to the contents without opening the freezer or fridge many times, thereby saving energy.
These freezers also tend to be deeper than their UK counterparts, allowing you to accommodate more frozen food and helping to reduce shopping trips. With the added storage space they can be ideal for large family meals and party planning.
Some models feature frost-free technology that reduce the need for manual defrosting, and can extend their service. They can include features like water and ice dispensers to make chilled drinks available on demand.
When you are choosing a new American refrigerator freezer, take the time to measure your space with care. Consider not only the width but the height too ensuring that it is able to fit inside and not hit doors or cabinets when opening. If you're purchasing a model with a plumbed-in plumbing system, remember that you'll need to ensure it is placed near a water supply.
Style
The term "American-style refrigerator freezer" is a broad term that refers to the massive models that are popular among large families. They usually have double doors that open at cupboard-size. This classic design allows you to access your food at an eye level without having to open the entire appliance, allowing you to save energy by opening only one door at a go and minimizing the loss of cold air and thereby reducing your energy costs.
If you have a large family to feed or you prefer cooking in batches, look out for models that offer extra storage capacity and a variety of useful features such as no-frost technology, multi-flow settings and so on. Many of the American models we offer include a handy ice dispensing system to make it easier for everyone to sip a chilled glass of water.
Certain models come with convertible zones, which could be used as an additional refrigerator compartment or freezer space. This allows you to have the flexibility you require to accommodate your expanding family and the contents of your grocery list.
Most of our models are self-standing, and can be placed in a chic piece of furniture or even pushed into bank kitchen units to create a more sleek appearance. But, keep in mind that these appliances may be more substantial than conventional 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, look for American fridge freezers that have more than 500 litres of storage capacity. That's enough space for around 40 bags of groceries into!
Be sure to look for models with glass panels which give you a view of your food without opening the door. So you can see what you have before heading out to shop - no more missing that important block of cheese! american fridge freezer can select fridge-freezers equipped with mini bar doors that can be folded out, perfect for opening up your beer. Some models have water, ice and crushed ice dispenser too. This lets you drink chilled drinks whenever you want and without the need for a separate jug and they're easy to clean.
Frost-free or no-frost technology can help prolong the life span of your appliance by preventing build-ups that could compromise the functionality. You'll also save time and energy, since you'll have to defrost your refrigerator freezer less frequently than standard models.
A lot of our models come with a holiday mode that reduces the amount of energy that your fridge uses while you're away. Make sure you empty the freezer prior to leaving! We also have models with energy efficiency ratings of A or higher. This is a great thing for the environment and will also help keep your electricity bill low.
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 energy efficiency demands from customers mean that these massive appliances consume less power than you'd think.
It is generally believed that the bigger fridge freezers mean higher the running cost. However, this isn't always case. The compressor is usually situated near a large vertical freezer compartment. This causes it to rapidly heat up and work harder to keep the items cold.
There are American fridge freezers that have A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. Look for features that lower your food costs like a full air flow to prevent condensation of frost, and fancy drawers 0@ of vegetables and fruits to ensure long-lasting freshness.
It's important to keep in mind that these large kitchen appliances can be quite heavy, so you'll need to ensure that they can make it through the front and interior doors when they are delivered, especially in the event that you're getting it delivered up to the top of a flat. If you're worried you should ask the retailer if they can remove (and reconnect) the doors to the fridge freezer after they have delivered it or hire a handyman to do it for you.