A Vibrant Rant About American Style Fridge Freezers
American Fridges Freezers
American fridges and freezers from the United States are elegant additions to kitchens. They're big enough so you can stockpile food and shop less.
They also feature 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 larger than their UK counterparts and make a statement in any kitchen. These fridges are usually freestanding and can have a size as large as 91cm. They can also vary in size between 70cm to 91cm.
Usually, they have two doors that fully lengthen to give you access to both freezer and fridge. They also often have shelves at the door for items that are easy to reach. This classic design 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 also tend to be larger than their UK counterparts, which allows you to fit in more frozen foods and to reduce shopping trips. With the added storage space, they are a great option for large family meals and planning parties.
Certain models are equipped with frost-free technology, which helps reduce the need for manual defrosting and keep their effectiveness for a longer period of time. They can also provide features such as water and ice dispensers that provide chilled drinks on demand.
When you are choosing a new American fridge freezer take the time to measure your space with care. You should also take into consideration the height so that you are able to fit it in the space, and to ensure it doesn't impact the doors or cabinets while opening. If you are buying a plumbed in model remember you'll have to ensure it is located near an water supply.
Style
The term "American-style refrigerator freezer' is used to refer to large models that are popular with families. These models usually come with double doors that can open up to the size of an entire cupboard. This design is timeless and allows you to see your food at eye-level without having to open the entire appliance. It is possible to save energy by opening only one door at a moment, and reduce loss of cold air.
If you cook for a large group of people or want to cook in batches choose models that have extra storage space, as well as useful features, such as no-frost and multi-flow settings. Frydge of American models we sell also come with an ice dispenser that is convenient to allow all to enjoy a chilled glass of water.
Some models come with a convertible zone, which can be used as an additional fridge compartment or freezer space. This allows you to have the flexibility you require to accommodate your growing family and the contents of your weekly shopping.
The majority of our models are freestanding and can be used as a beautiful piece of furniture or pushed into kitchen units at banks to create a more streamlined appearance. Keep in mind that these appliances are often larger than conventional refrigerator freezers, which is why you'll want to ensure that you can incorporate them into your space.
Storage
If you have a big household to feed, look for American refrigerator freezers that can hold more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This is enough space to carry 40 shopping bags!
Be sure to look for models with glass panels which give you an overview of your food without opening the door. This way you can look at what's inside before going out shopping - no more not having that essential block of cheese! You can choose fridge-freezers equipped with mini bar doors that fold out - perfect to open your bottle. Some models also have a water dispenser, ice dispenser, and crushed ice. That gives you chilled drinks whenever you want without the need for an additional jug. They're easy to keep clean too.
Frost-free or no-frost technology helps to preserve the lifespan of your appliance by preventing build-ups which can affect the performance of your appliance. It also helps you save time and energy, as you will need to defrost your fridge freezer less often than conventional models.
A lot of our models come with a holiday mode too that reduces the amount of energy the fridge makes use of while you're away. Be sure to empty the freezer before leaving! We also have models with energy efficiency ratings of A or higher. This is great for the planet and will help keep your electricity costs down.
Energy

Although American fridge freezers can take up larger capacities than UK models, it doesn't mean they cost an arm and a leg to run. Modern manufacturing techniques, as well as energy efficiency demands by customers have meant that these huge appliances use less electricity than you think.
It's commonly thought that bigger refrigerator freezers, the higher the running cost. However, this isn't always reality. It's usually due to compressor placement which sits close to an even larger vertical freezer compartment - and it gets hot quickly, which means it needs to work harder to keep things cool.
There are American fridge freezers that have A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. Also, look out for additional features that will cut down on the cost of grocery shopping like full air circulation to prevent the accumulation of frost, and fancy 0@ fruit and veg drawers to ensure long-lasting freshness.
Remember that kitchen appliances of a large size tend to be quite heavy. It is important to make sure they can fit through the front and interior doors during delivery, particularly when it's delivered to an upper-floor apartment. If you're concerned you should ask the retailer if they are able to take off (and reattach) the fridge freezer's doors after they have delivered it or employ a handyman to do it for you.