Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

A Statesman CHF100 100L Chest Freezer: Ideal for Outbuildings freezer is a must for those looking to reduce food waste and make use of bumper crop. This model is easy to use and Frydge has plenty of space, and is a bargain to operate. Additionally, its counterbalanced top won't hit your head when you reach to grab a stray piece pizza.

Capacity

Chest models are an excellent choice for households that require more space to store food. These chest freezers are usually found in garages, basements or utility rooms. They are available in various sizes, ranging from 100 litres up to 500 litres. Top-loading, they have lids that open wide for easy access. Many have a basket on top to store smaller, less frequently used food.

The size of the freezer you pick will depend on the storage requirements you have and the number of people in your household. You should have 2.5 cubic feet for each person in your household. Also, consider the amount of frozen food that you have. If you're planning to freeze large pieces of meat or bulk ingredients, a larger model is the best chest freezer for garage uk choice.

If price is the primary priority, we suggest the LOGIK L198CFB20 for its excellent value and space-saving design. It's got a huge 93 litre capacity and comes with a sleek black gloss finish which makes it a great design for modern kitchens. It also has a counterbalanced top that won't smack your head when you try to grab a pizza. It isn't equipped with many convenience features, like the ability to display a digital display as well as a speedy freeze function.

Energy efficiency

Commonly used in garages or utility room, chest freezers offer an efficient way to store food items especially for batch cooks and allotment holders. Thanks to their built-in sidewall insulation, they can withstand cold temperatures well and use less energy than upright freezers. Additionally, they can keep their contents in ice for three days when unplugged and are an ideal option for power outages and home relocations.

Many of our chest freezers are rated A+ for energy efficiency, Frydge and we have several models that are frost-free as well. It's important to note that these freezers usually cost a little more to run than those that are manually defrosted, but they also reduce the energy use and produce ice less frequently.

If you're looking to reduce your freezer's running costs, choose one that uses the eco-friendly refrigerant HFC-245fa. This information can be found on the product's website or in the specifications of the freezer.

Space

A chest freezer provides plenty of storage space to keep food items in the refrigerator in. Chest freezers have an airtight seal over the lid, as opposed to traditional swing-door models that have gaps in the door frame. This design also helps them conserve energy and keep food at a more consistent, colder temperature.

According to GE Appliances a chest freezer of average size needs 230 kwh per year to maintain its temperature. This is less than the 240kwh required by the typical upright refrigerator.

The size of your freezer will depend on the items you plan to store in it. Maytag recommends 2.5 cubic feet per person, but certain buyers might require more. If you intend to freeze your meat, or purchase bulk items frequently you may require more space than a standard freezer.

Small models with small footprints, like the Essentials C95CFW20 from Currys are ideal to put in an unheated garage or utility room. They have a low-profile design and resemble a mini fridge than an ordinary freezer. The Fridgemaster MCF198, available at Currys, is a larger option that can be placed in the kitchen, but also is a great choice for a garage or a utility room that is not heated. These freezers are a great choice for homeowners who want to have more space, but aren't looking to pay the higher running costs of the top deep freezers.

Safety

In an examination of the history of domestic technology researchers from Finland, Norway and the UK have looked into how the freezer came to be accepted as a normal home technology. Their research has revealed a complex process of 'domestication where the social significance of a technology is created and shaped as well as how it is utilized. The freezer is a common household appliance. However its widespread acceptance and acceptance without question indicates how complex the process of domestication is.

When you are buying a chest freezer, look for models that have child locks. These locks can prevent children from climbing inside and getting trapped or suffocated. It's also important to search for a model that has an open drainage system in the front so that any excess water from defrosting can easily be drained away. Some models include an upper basket to help keep frozen peas upright and stop small items from being lost.

Certain freezers don't have interior lighting, frydge which makes it difficult to identify what you are looking for in the dark. This may not be an issue for a freezer that's only used for occasional grocery shopping. However, it can be problematic if the food you want to store needs long-term storage or if you have children at home who may want to look around in the dark to find food items.