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American fridges freezers make a stunning feature piece for any kitchen. They have a large capacity so you can stockpile food and shop less.
They also come with sleek and minimalist design. There is a mini-bar door that folds away on the fridge to make it easier to get access to your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers are larger than their UK counterparts and look stunning in any kitchen. They typically are freestanding models, and be as large as 70cm to more than 91cm wide, with their huge capacity these fridges can suit the requirements of families with larger households.
They typically have two doors of full length that allow access to the fridge and freezer, and often have door shelves that are easy to reach items. This classic design is popular with customers as it provides full width storage space and eye level access to contents without having to open the freezer or fridge several times. It also saves energy.
These freezers can also be deeper than their UK counterparts, allowing you to accommodate more frozen foods, and also helping to reduce the number of trips to the supermarket. With the added extra storage space, they are a great option for large family meals and planning a party.
Certain models come with frost-free technology that reduce the need for manual defrosting, as well as prolong their performance. They can also provide interesting features, such as water and ice dispensers for chilled drinks on demand.
When selecting a new American fridge freezer take the time to measure your space with care. Think about not only the size but the height too ensuring you are able to fit it in without hitting any cabinets or doors when opening. If you're buying a model with a plumbed-in plumbing system, remember that you'll have to ensure it is placed near an water supply.
Style
The term 'american-style fridge refrigerator freezer' is used to describe huge models that are loved by families. These types typically have doors that are doubled and extend to the size of an average cupboard. This classic design allows you to reach your food at an eye level without having to open the entire appliance. It allows you to conserve energy by only opening one door at a time and reducing the loss of cold air which can help lower 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 as well as useful features, such as no-frost technology and multiple-flow settings. Many of the american-style fridge freezers models we have also come with an ice maker to make it easy for everyone to sip a glass of chilled water.
Some of the bigger models also have an open-air zone that you can use as an extra fridge compartment or freezer space. This allows you to have the flexibility you need for your growing family, as well as the contents of your weekly shopping.
The majority of our models are stand-alone, and can be used as a stylish piece of furniture or even pushed into a bank's kitchen units to create a sleeker appearance. Be aware that these appliances can be larger than traditional fridge freezers. This means you'll need to take measurements of your hallways and doors to ensure that you can bring it into your home comfortably.
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 room to fit around 40 shopping bags into!
Look for models with glass panels so that you can see your food items without having to open the door. That way you can check what you have before heading out for a shopping spree - no more not having that essential block of cheese! There are fridge-freezers available with mini-bar doors that fold out - perfect to open your bottle. Some models also have an ice dispenser, water dispenser dispenser and crushed ice. This lets you have chilled drinks on hand without the need of an additional container. They are also easy to clean.
Frost-free technology, also known as no frost, will prolong the life of your appliance. It stops the build-up of dust that can affect its functionality. You'll also save time and effort, since you'll have to defrost your fridge freezer less frequently than standard models.
A number of our models have a holiday setting that reduces how much energy the fridge-freezer consumes when you are away. Be sure to empty the freezer before you leave! We also have models with energy efficiency ratings of A or better. This is great for the environment and will keep 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, as well as the demand for energy efficiency by consumers, mean that these large appliances consume less electricity than you'd think.
The bigger the fridge freezer the higher the operating expenses. However, this isn't always the case. It's often down to the compressor's location, which is close to an even larger vertical freezer compartment. This can get hot quickly, which means it has to work harder to keep things suitably chilled.
But, this doesn't need to be the case and you can choose from a variety of American refrigerator freezers that are A+ energy-rated with low noise levels too. Also, look out for additional features that will cut down on the cost of grocery shopping for example, full air circulation to prevent freezing and frost accumulation, as well as fancy fruit and vegetable drawers to ensure long-lasting freshness.
Remember that large kitchen appliances are typically quite heavy. It is important to make sure that they fit through the front and interior doors on delivery, especially if it's being delivered to an upper-floor apartment. Ask the retailer to remove and put back the door of the fridge freezer when they deliver the appliance if you are concerned. You can also employ an electrician.