American Fridges Freezers

American fridges and freezers from the United States are fashionable additions to any kitchen. They're big enough so you can stockpile food and shop less.

They also have sleek and minimalist design. Look out for a mini bar door on the LG InstaView Door-in-Door Fridge Freezer Matte Black that folds down for quick access to your cold drinks.

Size

American fridge freezers are larger than their UK counterparts and are a striking addition to any kitchen. These fridges are usually freestanding and can be 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 usually include shelves on the door for easy-to-reach items. This classic design is very popular due to its ample storage space and allows for easy access to the contents without opening the fridge or freezer more than once.

They also tend to be deeper than their UK counterparts enabling you to pack in more frozen food items and to reduce the number of trips to the supermarket. With the additional storage space they can be a great option for large family meals and planning parties.

Certain models come with frost-free technology that make it less necessary to perform manual defrosting, and can extend their lifespan. They can include features like water and ice dispensers to ensure chilled drinks are available on demand.

When selecting a new American fridge freezer take the time to carefully measure your space. It is also important to consider the height to make sure you can fit it into your space and that you don't strike any doors or cabinets during opening. If you purchase an item that is plumbed, you will need to ensure that it is placed near a source of water.

Style

The 'American-style fridge freezer' is a broad term that refers to the large models popular with large families. They usually have double doors that open to cupboard-size. This classic design lets you access your food items at eye level without having to open the whole appliance, allowing you to save energy by opening just one door at a go and minimizing the loss of cold air which can help lower Upgrade Your Kitchen With Black Hisense American Fridge energy bills.

If you have a large family to feed, or you like to cook in batches, look out for models with more storage capacity and plenty of useful features like no-frost technology and multi-flow settings. Many of the American-style models we have also come with an ice maker to make it easier for everyone to enjoy refreshing water in a glass.

Some of the larger models also feature an open-air zone that you can choose to make an additional fridge compartment or freezer space. This gives you the flexibility you need to accommodate your growing family and the contents of your grocery store.

The majority of our models are stand-alone, and can be set up as a fashionable piece of furniture or pushed into bank kitchen units to give a sleeker appearance. Be aware that these units tend to be deeper than traditional refrigerator freezers, and you'll need to be sure that you are able to integrate them into your home.

Storage

If you have a large family to feed, American fridge freezers that can hold more than 500 litres are the best. This is enough space to carry 40 shopping bags!

Look for models that have glass panels to let you see your food items without having open the door. This way, you can see what's in your fridge prior to heading out for a trip - no forgetting that crucial block of cheese! There are fridge freezers equipped with mini bar doors that fold out - perfect for opening up your beer. Some models have the option of a water, ice or crushed ice dispensers, too. This lets you drink chilled drinks as you need them and without the need for an additional jug. They're easy to clean.

Frost-free technology, also known as no frost, will prolong the lifespan of your appliance. It helps prevent build-ups that can affect its functionality. It also reduces time and effort since you'll need to defrost less often than conventional freezers for fridges.

Many of our models come with a holiday mode that reduces how much energy your fridge-freezer uses when you're away. Just make sure you empty the freezer before you leave! Our collection includes models with an energy efficiency rating of A or higher. This is great for the planet and helps keep your electric bills low.

Energy

Although American refrigerator freezers have plenty of space compared to UK models, this doesn't mean that they cost the same amount to run. Modern manufacturing techniques and the energy efficiency demands of customers mean that these large appliances use less electricity than you think.

The bigger the fridge freezer, the greater the operating cost. However, this isn't always the reality. It's usually due to the compressor placement which sits close to a larger vertical freezer compartment. This can get hot quickly, meaning it needs to work harder to keep things cool.

There are American fridge freezers that have A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. You should look for features that can lower your food costs, such as an airflow system that prevents freezing and smudges, as well as fancy 0@ drawers of fruit and vegetables to ensure longevity of freshness.

Remember that kitchen appliances of a large size are usually quite heavy. You'll need to make sure that they fit through the front and interior doors during delivery, particularly in the case of an upper floor apartment. If you're worried you should inquire with the retailer if they're able take off (and attach) the fridge freezer's doors at the time of delivery or get a handyman in to do it for you.