Why Buy a Zanussi Freestanding Chest Freezer - 254L Capacity White Freezer?

A chest freezer is a must for those looking to reduce food waste and make the most of bumper crops. This simple model offers plenty of space and is affordable to run, plus its lid that is counterbalanced won't crash on your hand when you grab an unwelcome pizza.

Capacity

Chest models are a good choice for households that require more space to store food. They are typically located in basements, garages or utility rooms. They come in various sizes, ranging from 100 litres to 500 litres. Top-loading, they have an opening lid that opens wide to make it easy to access. Some also have an extra storage basket at the top for storing smaller and less frequently used food items.

The size of your freezer will depend on the amount of storage you require and the number of household members. The best practice is to provide 2.5 cubic feet of freezer space for every person in the house You should also consider the amount of frozen food you have on hand as well. A larger model is better in case you plan to freeze large slabs or bulk ingredients.

If price is the primary concern, we suggest the LOGIK L198CFB20 for its great value and space-saving design. It comes in a sleek gloss black finish and boasts a capacity of 93 litres. This makes it a great match for modern kitchens. It also features a counterbalanced top that will not hit your head when you go to grab a slice of pizza. It lacks some convenience features like a fast freeze feature and a digital display.

Energy efficiency

Chest freezers are commonly employed in garages and utility rooms to store food items. This is particularly useful for those who cook in large quantities and have plenty of space. Thanks to the sidewall insulation they have built-in they hold cold temperatures very efficiently and consume less energy than upright freezers. They can keep their contents frozen for up three days when not connected. This makes them an ideal choice for power outages or home moves.

There are many chest freezers that are A+ rating for energy efficiency. We also offer frost-free models. These freezers are generally a bit more expensive to run, but they will reduce the energy use and produce ice less often.

If you want to save money on your freezer's operating costs select one that utilizes the eco-friendly refrigerant HFC-245fa. This information can be found on the product's webpage and in the specifications of the freezer.

Space

A Compact 48cm White Chest Freezer - Efficient And Affordable freezer provides plenty of storage space to keep food items in the refrigerator in. Unlike upright freezers with swing doors that could have gaps on the door frame, chest freezers have an airtight locking seal on the lid. This design helps them conserve energy and keep foods in a more stable and colder temperature.

According to GE Appliances, a chest freezer of average size requires 230 kwh annually to keep its temperature stable. This is less than the 240 kwh requirement by a typical upright freezer.

Selecting the right size freezer will depend on the items you intend to store in it. Maytag recommends 2.5 cubic feet per person, although some buyers may need more. If you intend to freeze your meat, or buy in bulk often you may require more space than a conventional freezer.

Small models with small footprints, such as the Essentials C95CFW20 from Currys is ideal to fit into an unheated garage or utility room. These models are slim and look more like mini fridges than traditional freezers. The larger models, like the Fridgemaster MCF198 from Currys are ideal for a kitchen, but can be a bit more noticeable in a garage or unheated utility room. These freezers are great for homeowners who want extra space, but don't want to pay the higher operating costs of deep freezers.

Safety

In research into the history of technology used in the home, researchers from Finland, Norway and the UK have examined how the freezer came to be accepted as a normal household technology. Their work has uncovered a complex process of 'domestication in which the social significance of a technological item is formulated and designed as well as the way it is utilized. The freezer is an appliance used in everyday life however its widespread and almost non-critical acceptance of the appliance reveals how complicated the process of domestication really is.

Find models with child locks when purchasing a 198L White Chest Freezer with 5-Year Warranty: Buy Now-freezer. These locks can prevent children from climbing into the freezer and getting trapped or suffocated. It's also important to search for a model with a front drainage system so that any excess water from defrosting can be easily drained away. Some models come with a basket on top to help keep frozen peas upright and prevent small things from getting lost.

Certain freezers don't have internal lighting, making it difficult to identify what you're looking to find when it is dark. This might not be a problem for those who only use the freezer for occasional grocery shopping however, it's a major issue if you're looking to stock up on food items that require storage for long periods of time, or if you have young children at home who might be inclined to wander around in the darkness looking for something to take home.