American Fridges Freezers
American fridges and freezers from the United States are stylish additions to any kitchen. They are large in capacity which means you can stockpile and shop less.
They also have a sleek, minimalist 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 can make an impressive display in your kitchen as they are much larger than their UK counterparts. Typically freestanding models they can range in size from 70cm to 91cm wide and with their massive capacity these fridges can meet the needs of larger families.
They typically come with two doors that are full length that allow access to the fridge and freezer, usually with door shelves for storage that make it easy to access items. american fridge freezers is popular because it offers wide-width storage and provides easy access to the contents of the fridge without opening it or freezer more than once.
They can also be deeper than their UK counterparts, which allows you to fit in more frozen foods and in reducing shopping trips. With the added storage space they are a great option for large family meals and party planning.
Some models come with frost-free technology, which helps reduce manual defrosting while maintaining their performance for a longer time. They can also provide interesting features, such as water and ice dispensers to serve chilled drinks on demand.
When selecting a new American fridge freezer, take the time to measure your space carefully. You should also consider the height to ensure that you can fit it into your space and also to ensure that it doesn't impact any doors or cabinets during opening. If american style fridge freezer buying a model that is plumbed in, remember that you'll have to ensure it is close to an water supply.
Style
The 'American-style fridge freezer' is a broad term that refers to the larger models that are popular with larger families. They typically have double doors that open at cupboard-size. This classic design lets you access your food at a glance without opening the whole appliance, allowing you to conserve energy by opening only one door at a given time and reducing the loss of cold air which can lower the cost of energy.
If you have a big family to feed or prefer cooking in batches, look out for models with extra storage capacity, as well as useful features such as no-frost technology as well as multi-flow settings. Many of the American models we offer come with a handy ice dispensing system to make it easier for everyone to enjoy a refreshing glass of water.
Some models come with the option of converting the zone, which you can use as an additional freezer compartment or fridge. This allows you to have the flexibility you need for your growing family, as well as the contents of your weekly shop.
Most of our models are freestanding and can be positioned as a stylish piece of furniture or pushed into kitchen units at banks to give a sleeker appearance. But, keep in mind that these units can be larger than traditional fridge freezers. You'll have to examine your hallways and doors to ensure that you can fit it into your home in a comfortable way.
Storage
If you have a large family to feed, look for American fridge freezers that have more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This is enough room to carry 40 shopping bags!
It is recommended to look for models with glass panels so you can see your food items without having open the door. You can then look over your food items prior to going shopping, and you won't forget that important block of cheese. There are fridge freezers with mini bar doors that fold down to pour your drink into. Some models include water, ice and crushed ice dispenser too. That gives you chilled drinks on demand and without the need for a separate jug and they're easy to keep clean too.
Frost-free or no-frost technology helps prolong the life span of your appliance by preventing build-ups that could affect functionality. It also helps you save time and effort, because you'll have to defrost your refrigerator freezer less often than standard models.
Many of our models also come with a holiday mode which reduces the amount of energy the fridge-freezer consumes when you are away. Be sure to empty the freezer prior to leaving! We also have models that have energy efficiency ratings of A or better. This is great for the environment, and it can also keep your electric cost low.
Energy
The fact that American fridge freezers are larger than UK models doesn't mean that they cost more to run. Modern manufacturing methods, along with the demand for energy efficiency by consumers have meant that these huge appliances use less electricity than you might think.
The bigger the fridge freezer, the more expensive the operating costs. However, this isn't always the case. It's usually due to the compressor placement which sits close to an even larger vertical freezer compartment. This can get hot quickly, which means it requires more effort to keep things chilled.
There are American fridge freezers with A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. You can also look for extra features to reduce your food shopping bills including the ability to circulate air to stop frost building up and fancy 0@ fruit and veg drawers to ensure long-lasting freshness.
Remember that kitchen appliances of a large size tend to be very heavy. You'll need to make sure that they're able to fit through the front and internal doors during delivery, particularly if it's being delivered to an upper floor apartment. If you're concerned you should ask the retailer if they are able to remove (and put back in place) the doors to the fridge freezer at the time of delivery or employ a handyman to do it for you.