American Fridges Freezers
American fridges freezers are a stylish accent piece for any kitchen. They offer huge capacity so you can store up and go to the shops less often.
They also feature sleek and minimalist design. Check out the mini bar door on the fridge that folds down to provide easy access to your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers can make an impact in the kitchen because they are larger than their UK counterparts. These fridges are usually freestanding and can be as big as 91cm. They can also vary in size between 70cm and 91cm.
Usually, they come with two full-length doors that give access to both the fridge and freezer. They also usually have shelves at the door for items that are easy to reach. This classic design is very popular because it offers ample storage space and allows for easy access to the contents without opening the fridge or freezer more than one time.
american style fridge freezer can also be deeper than their UK counterparts, which allows you to accommodate more frozen foods, and also helping to cut down on shopping trips. The additional storage space makes them an ideal option for large family dinners and planning parties.
Certain models come with frost-free technology that make it less necessary to perform manual defrosting, and prolong their performance. They can offer features like water and ice dispensers to make chilled drinks available upon demand.
When you are choosing a new American refrigerator freezer, take the time to carefully measure your space. Be aware of not only the width but also the height, making sure that you can fit it in without hitting doors or cabinets when opening. If you buy one that is plumbed for water, you'll need to ensure it is located near a water source.
Style
The 'American-style ' fridge freezer is a catch-all term for the large models popular with large families. They typically come with double doors that open to the size of a cupboard. This classic design permits you to see your food at eye level without having to open the entire appliance. It is possible to save energy by only opening one door at a time, and minimize the loss of cold air.
If you have a big family to feed or you prefer to batch-cook, look out for models with extra storage capacity and a variety of useful features, such as no-frost technology, multi-flow settings and so on. Many of the American-style models available also include a handy ice dispenser to make it easy for everyone to drink refreshing water in a glass.
Certain models come with a convertible zone, which you can use as a second fridge compartment or freezer space. This gives you the flexibility you need to accommodate your growing family and the contents of your weekly shop.
Most of our models are stand-alone, and can be placed as a fashionable piece of furniture or pushed into a bank's kitchen units to give a sleeker appearance. Be aware that these units are usually deeper than traditional refrigerator freezers, which is why you'll want to ensure you can make them work in your home.
Storage
If you have a large household to feed, look for American fridge freezers that hold more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This will fit 40 shopping bags!
You should look for models that have glass panels to let you see your food without having to open the door. You can then examine your food before going shopping, and you won't overlook that crucial block of cheese. There are fridge freezers equipped with mini-bar doors which fold out - perfect to open your bottle. Some models also have water dispensers, an ice dispenser, and crushed ice. It allows you to drink chilled drinks whenever you want without the need of a separate jug and they're easy to keep clean too.
Frost-free technology or no frost helps extend the life of your appliance. It stops build-ups that can impact the functioning of your appliance. It also helps you reduce time and effort because you'll have to defrost your refrigerator freezer less often than standard models.
Many of our models also include a holiday setting that cuts down on the amount of energy your fridge-freezer uses when you're away. Be sure to empty the freezer before you leave! Our selection includes models that have an energy efficiency rating of A or better too. This is great for the environment and will keep your electricity bills at a minimum.
Energy
Although American refrigerator freezers have much more space than UK models, it doesn't mean they're much to run. Modern manufacturing techniques and energy efficiency requirements from customers mean that these huge appliances use less electricity than you'd think.
The larger the fridge freezer the higher the operating expenses. This is not always the scenario. The compressor is usually located near a large vertical freezing compartment. This causes it to heat up quickly and make it harder to keep the food items cool.
But, this doesn't need to be the case and you can choose from a wide selection of American refrigerator freezers that are energy-efficient and A+ with low noise levels as well. Look for features that will reduce your food expenses by allowing for the full flow of air to avoid freezing and smudges, as well as fancy drawers that are 0@ in size for fruit and vegetables for maximum long-lasting freshness.
Make sure to consider that large kitchen appliances are often very heavy. You'll need to be sure that they're able to fit through the front and interior doors during delivery, particularly in the case of an upper-floor apartment. If you're worried then you should inquire with the retailer if they're able remove (and reconnect) the refrigerator freezer doors when they deliver it or employ a handyman to do it for you.