American Fridges Freezers

American refrigerators and freezers can be elegant additions to kitchens. They have a huge capacity and allow you to stock up and visit the shops less often.

They also have 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 they make a statement in any kitchen. They typically are freestanding models, American fridges and be as large as 70cm to 91cm wide, with their huge capacity these fridges can suit the requirements of families with larger households.

They usually have two doors of full length that allow access to the fridge and freezer, with doors that often have shelves that are easy to reach items. This design is well-liked because it has ample storage space and provides easy access to the contents of the fridge without opening it or freezer more than twice.

These freezers can also be more spacious than their UK counterparts, which allows you to fit in more frozen foods, and also helping to cut down on shopping trips. The additional storage space makes them a good option for large family dinners and for planning parties.

Certain models are equipped with frost-free technology that helps reduce manual defrosting while maintaining their effectiveness for longer. They can also provide exciting features such as dispensers of water and ice for chilled drinks on demand.

When choosing a new american style fridge refrigerator freezer, take the time to measure your space with care. Also, consider the height to make sure you can fit it in the space and to ensure you don't hit any doors or cabinets when opening. If you're buying an item that is plumbed-in, keep in mind you'll need to ensure that it is placed near an water supply.

Style

The term 'American-style refrigerator freezer' is used to refer to large models that are loved by families. These models usually come with double doors that can expand to the size of the size of a cupboard. This design is timeless and allows you to see your food at eye-level, without having to open the entire appliance. You can reduce energy consumption by only opening one door at a given time, and minimize the loss of cold air.

If you have a large family to feed, or you prefer cooking in batches, look out for models that offer extra storage capacity as well as useful features, such as no-frost technology, multi-flow settings and so on. A lot of the American-style models we stock also come with an ice dispenser that makes it simple for everyone to sip drinking chilled water.

Some models feature the option of converting the zone, which you can use as an additional refrigerator compartment or freezer space. This gives you the flexibility you need for your growing family and the contents of your weekly shop.

Most of the models in our collection are freestanding, and can be set up as a stylish statement piece or pushed back into a bank of kitchen units to create a more streamlined look. Be aware that these appliances can be deeper than traditional fridge freezers. This means you'll need to examine your hallways and doors to ensure that you can fit it in your home with ease.

Stores

If you've got a large family to feed, look for American fridge freezers that have more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This will be enough space to accommodate 40 shopping bags!

It is recommended to 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 items prior to going shopping, and you won't overlook that crucial block of cheese. There are fridge freezers with mini-bar doors that fold up - ideal to open your beer. Some models also have water dispensers, an ice dispenser, and crushed ice dispenser. This lets you have chilled drinks at your fingertips and without the need for an additional jug. They are also easy to clean.

Frost-free or no-frost technology can help prolong the life span of your appliance by preventing the build-up of dust that can impact on functionality. You'll also save time and energy, since you'll need to defrost your refrigerator freezer less frequently than standard models.

A lot of our models include a holiday setting which can cut down on the amount of power your fridge-freezer consumes while you're away. Make sure you empty the freezer prior to when you leave! Our selection includes models with an energy efficiency rating of A or higher. This is a great thing for the environment and will also help keep your electricity bill at a low level.

Energy

Although American refrigerator freezers have much more space than UK models, this doesn't mean they cost an arm and a leg to run. Modern manufacturing techniques and energy efficiency requirements from customers mean that these huge appliances use less power than you'd think.

The larger the fridge freezer the higher the operating expenses. However, this isn't always the situation. The compressor is often located close to a large, vertical freezer compartment. This causes it to heat up quickly and to work harder to keep the items chilled.

However, this doesn't have to be the case and you can pick from a variety of American fridge freezers that are energy-efficient and A+ with low noise levels as well. You can also look for additional features that will reduce your food shopping bills like air circulation that stops frost building up and fancy zero-calorie fruit and veg drawers for optimum long-lasting freshness.

It's worth remembering that these large kitchen appliances can be quite heavy and therefore you'll need to confirm that they'll make it through the doorways of the front and inside on delivery - especially if you're having it delivered to the top of a flat. You can ask the retailer to remove and reconnect the refrigerator freezer door when they deliver the appliance if they are worried. You can also employ the services of a handyman.