American Fridges Freezers
American refrigerators and freezers are stylish additions to any kitchen. They can hold a lot of food so you can buy more and visit the shops less often.
They also have a sleek, minimalist design. Look for a mini bar door on the fridge that folds down for ease of access to your cold drinks.
Size
American fridge freezers make an impressive statement in your kitchen since they are more spacious than their UK counterparts. They are typically freestanding models and range in size from 70cm to over 91cm wide, with their huge capacity refrigerators can meet the needs of larger families.
They usually come with two doors that are full length giving you access to the fridge and freezer, often with door shelves that are easy to reach items. This classic design is popular among customers because it offers full width storage space and accessible at eye level to contents without having to open the freezer or fridge several times, thereby saving energy.
These freezers also tend to be more spacious than their UK counterparts, which allows you to accommodate more frozen foods and to reduce the number of trips to the supermarket. With the additional storage space, they are an ideal choice for large family meals and planning parties.
Some models have frost-free technology that helps minimize manual defrosting and preserve their performance for a longer time. They can include features like water and ice dispensers to ensure chilled drinks are available upon demand.
Take measurements of your space prior to purchasing the new American refrigerator freezer. You should also consider the height to make sure you can fit it into the space and also to ensure that you don't knock into the doors or cabinets while opening. If you buy one that is plumbed with water, you must ensure it is placed near a water source.
Style
The 'American-style fridge freezer' is a catch-all name for the massive models that are popular among larger families. They typically have double doors that open to the size of a cupboard. This design is timeless and allows you to reach your food at eye-level without having to 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 are cooking for a large group of people or prefer batch cooking choose models that offer extra storage space and many useful features like no-frost and multi-flow settings. Many of the American-style models that we carry also include a handy ice dispenser to make it simple for everyone to sip a glass of chilled water.
A few of the larger models also come with the option of converting the zone so which you can make an additional fridge compartment or a freezer space. This allows you to have the flexibility you need for your growing family as well as the contents of your weekly shopping.
Most of our models are freestanding and can be placed as a beautiful piece of furniture or integrated into a bank's kitchen units to create a more streamlined appearance. Be aware that these appliances tend to be more substantial than traditional refrigerator freezers, so you'll need to make sure you can integrate them into your home.
Storage
If you have a big family to feed, look for American fridge freezers with more than 500 litres of storage capacity. That's enough space for about 40 bags of shopping into!
You should look for models that have glass panels to let you see your food without having to open the door. You can then inspect your food before you go shopping, and you won't overlook that crucial block of cheese. There are fridge-freezers available with mini-bar doors that fold out - perfect to open your bottle. Certain models also come with a water dispenser, ice dispenser, and crushed ice. This lets you have chilled drinks available and without the need for a separate jug. They are also easy to clean.
Frost-free technology, also known as no frost, helps extend the lifespan of your appliance. american fridge freezer stops build-ups that could affect the functionality of your appliance. It also saves time and effort as you'll need to defrost less frequently than conventional fridge freezers.
A lot of our models come with a holiday mode, which reduces the amount of energy that your fridge consumes while you're away. Make sure you empty your freezer before leaving! Our collection includes models with an energy efficiency rating of A or higher. This is a great thing for the environment, and it helps keep your electric cost low.
Energy
Although American fridge freezers are larger and have plenty of space compared to UK models, it doesn't mean they cost the same amount to run. Modern manufacturing techniques, and the demands of energy efficiency from customers make these large appliances consume less power than you may think.
The bigger the fridge freezer the more expensive the operating costs. However, this isn't always scenario. It's usually due to the compressor's position, which is situated close to a larger vertical freezer compartment. It gets hot quickly, meaning 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 cut down on the cost of food shopping including air circulation that stops freezing and frost accumulation, as well as fancy zero-calorie fruit and veg drawers to ensure long-lasting freshness.
It's worth remembering that these kitchen appliances can be quite heavy and therefore you'll need to make sure they can make it through the doorways to the inside and front when they are delivered, especially if you're having it delivered to the top of a flat. If you have any concerns it's best to ask the retailer if they're able to remove (and reconnect) the doors to the fridge freezer when they deliver it or engage a handyman to handle it for you.