American Fridges Freezers
American refrigerators and freezers can be elegant additions to kitchens. They have a huge capacity and allow you to store up and go to the shops less often.
They are also sleek and minimalist in design. You can find a mini-bar door that folds away on your fridge to make it easier to access your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers are larger than their UK counterparts, and they look stunning in any kitchen. They typically are freestanding models, and range in size from 70cm up to over 91cm in width, with their huge capacity they can accommodate the needs of larger families.
They typically have two doors of full length that allow access to the fridge and freezer, with doors that often have storage shelves for easy reach items. This classic design is a favorite among customers because it offers full width storage space and eye level access to contents without opening the freezer or fridge many times. It also saves energy.
These freezers can also be more spacious than their UK counterparts, which allows you to pack in more frozen foods and in reducing shopping trips. With the added extra storage space they are perfect for large family meals as well as party planning.
Certain models come with frost-free technology which reduce the need for manual defrosting, as well as prolong their life. They can also provide exciting features such as water and ice dispensers for chilled drinks on demand.
Measure your space before buying an American refrigerator freezer. You should also consider the height so that you are able to fit it in the space and that you don't knock into any doors or cabinets during opening. If you buy a model that is plugged, you will need to ensure that it is situated near a water source.
Style
The term "American-style refrigerator freezer" is a generic term used to describe the huge models that are popular with larger families. They typically have double doors that open to cupboard-size. This classic design allows you to reach your food at eye-level without having open the entire appliance. You can reduce energy consumption by only opening one door at a time, and minimise 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 plenty of useful features like no-frost technology as well as multi-flow settings. Many of the American models we sell include a handy ice dispensing system to allow all to enjoy a chilled glass of water.
A few of the larger models also feature a convertible zone that you can choose to make into an additional fridge compartment or a freezer space. This allows you to have the flexibility that you need to accommodate your expanding family and the contents of your weekly grocery shopping.
Most of the models in our range are freestanding and can be placed as a stylish accent piece or pushed back into a bank of kitchen units for more sleek appearance. Keep in mind that these appliances are often more substantial than traditional refrigerator freezers, and you'll need to ensure you can make them work in your home.
Stores
If you have a large family to feed, American fridge freezers that can hold more than 500 litres are the best. Frydge 's enough space to accommodate about 40 bags of shopping in!
Look out for models with glass panels, which allow you the view of your food items without opening the door. You can then inspect your food before going shopping, and you'll not forget that important block of cheese. You can choose fridge-freezers with mini-bar doors that can be folded out, perfect to open your bottle. Some models also have water dispensers, an ice dispenser, and crushed ice. You can enjoy chilled drinks as you need them without the need for a separate jug and they're easy to clean.
Frost-free technology or no frost will prolong the lifespan of your appliance. It stops build-ups that can compromise the performance of the appliance. You'll also save time and energy, as you will need to defrost your fridge freezer less often than standard models.
Many of our models also include a holiday setting which reduces the amount of energy the fridge-freezer consumes when you're away. Make 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 it can also keep your electric bill to a minimum.
Energy
The fact that American fridge freezers are larger than UK models doesn't mean that they cost more to run. Modern manufacturing techniques and the energy efficiency demands of customers mean that these huge appliances consume less electricity than you might think.
It's a common belief that the bigger the freezer in the fridge, means more expensive the operating costs. However, this isn't always situation. The compressor is often located near a large vertical freezer compartment. This causes it to heat up quickly and make it harder to keep the items cold.
But, this doesn't need to be the case, and you can pick from a wide selection of American fridge freezers that are A+ energy-rated with low noise levels too. You can also search for additional features that will lower the cost of grocery shopping including full air circulation to stop freezing and frost accumulation, as well as fancy fruits and vegetables with 0@ drawers to ensure long-lasting freshness.
It's important to keep in mind that these large kitchen appliances can be heavy too so you'll need to make sure they can make it through the doorways to the inside and front upon delivery, especially in the event that you're getting it delivered up to the top of a flat. If you have any concerns it's best to inquire with the retailer if they can remove (and reconnect) the doors to the fridge freezer when they deliver it or hire a handyman to do it for you.