American american-style fridges Freezers
American refrigerators and freezers can be fashionable additions to any kitchen. They're big enough so you can stockpile them and shop less.
They also come with sleek and minimalist design. Look out for a mini bar door on the fridge that folds down to provide quick access to your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers are more spacious than their UK counterparts, and they are a striking addition to any kitchen. They usually are freestanding and vary in size from 70cm up to over 91cm in width and with their massive capacity refrigerators can meet the requirements of families with larger households.
Usually, they have two doors that are full length, giving access to both freezer and fridge. They also usually have shelves on the door to make it easy to access items. This classic design is popular with consumers due to the fact that it offers an ample amount of storage space and eye level access to contents without opening the freezer or fridge multiple times. This saves energy.
These freezers also tend to be more spacious than their UK counterparts enabling you to pack in more frozen foods, and also helping in reducing shopping trips. The extra storage space makes them an ideal option for large family dinners and planning parties.
Certain models come with frost-free technology that reduce the need for manual defrosting and extend their performance. They can also offer interesting features, such as water and ice dispensers for chilled drinks on demand.
Make sure you measure your space prior to buying an American refrigerator freezer. It is also important to consider the height to make sure you can fit it into the space, and to ensure it doesn't impact any doors or cabinets when opening. If you're purchasing a plumbed in model remember you'll have to ensure it is close to a water supply.
Style
The term “80cm wide american Fridge freezer-style refrigerator freezer' is used to refer to large models that are loved by families. These models usually have doors that are doubled and open up to the size of the size of a cupboard. This classic design lets you access your food at eye level without opening the entire appliance. It allows you to conserve energy by only opening one door at a time and minimizing the loss of cold air which can lower your energy bills.
If you have a large family to feed or like to cook in batches, look out for models with extra storage capacity, as well as useful features, such as no-frost technology and multi-flow settings. A lot of American models we sell also come with an efficient ice dispenser to allow everyone to enjoy a chilled glass of water.
Some models come with convertible zones, which could be used as a second freezer or fridge compartment. This gives you the flexibility that you need to accommodate your growing family as well as the contents of your daily shopping.
The majority of our models are self-standing, and can be set up as a fashionable piece of furniture or integrated fridge freezer american style into kitchen units at banks to give a sleeker appearance. Keep in mind that these appliances are usually deeper than traditional refrigerator freezers, so you'll need to ensure that you can make them work in your home.
Storage
If you have a big family to feed, search for American fridge freezers that have more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This is enough space to accommodate 40 shopping bags!
Check out models with glass panels, which allow you an eye view of your food without opening the door. This way you can look at the contents of your fridge before heading out shopping - no more being caught without that essential block of cheese! You can also pick fridge freezers with mini bar doors that fold down to pour your drink into. Certain models have the option of a water, ice or crushed ice dispensers too. It allows you to drink chilled drinks on demand, with no need for a separate jug and they're easy to keep clean too.
Frost-free or no-frost technology can prolong the lifespan of your appliance by preventing the build-up of dust that could affect functionality. It also helps save time and effort as you'll have to defrost less often than standard freezers in the fridge.
Many of our models also include a holiday setting which can cut down on the amount of power your fridge-freezer uses when you are away. Make sure you empty the freezer prior to leaving! Our selection includes models with an energy efficiency rating of A or higher. This is great for the environment and will keep your electricity bills at a minimum.
Energy
Although American fridge freezers have much more space than UK models, it doesn't mean that they cost the same amount to run. Modern manufacturing methods, along with the demands of energy efficiency from customers have meant that these huge appliances consume less energy than you might think.
The larger the fridge freezer the more expensive the operating costs. This isn't always the case. It's often down to the compressor placement which sits close to the freezer's vertical compartment. This can get hot fast, meaning it requires more effort to ensure that things stay cool.
But, this doesn't need to be the case, and you can choose from a variety of american fridge freezer water and ice fridge freezers that are A+ energy-rated with low noise levels as well. You can also search for additional features that will cut down on the cost of grocery shopping for example, full air circulation to stop the build-up of frost and fancy fruit and vegetable drawers that will last for years.
(Image: https://cdn.freshstore.cloud/offer/images/644/1/haier-hsr3918enpg-freestanding-american-style-side-by-side-fridge-freezer-528l-capacity-a-e-energy-rated-silver-1.jpg)It's important to keep in mind that these big american fridge freezer kitchen appliances can be heavy, so you'll need to ensure that they can make it through the front and interior doors upon delivery, especially when it's being delivered up to a top floor flat. If you're concerned it's best to inquire with the retailer if they are able to remove (and attach) the refrigerator freezer doors when they deliver it or employ a handyman to do it for you.
