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American Fridges Freezers

American refrigerators and freezers are a stylish statement piece in any kitchen. They're big enough so you can stockpile and shop less.

They also have a sleek minimalist design. You can look for a mini bar door on the fridge that folds down for easy access to cold drinks.

Size

American fridge freezers make a real statement in your kitchen since they are more spacious than their UK counterparts. These fridges are usually freestanding and can be as large as 91cm. They can also vary in size between 70cm to 91cm.

They usually have two full length doors that allow access to the fridge and freezer, usually with door shelves that are easy to reach items. This design is very popular with customers as it provides an ample amount of storage space and eye level access to contents without opening the fridge or freezer multiple times. This saves energy.

These freezers can also be deeper than their UK counterparts enabling you to fit in more frozen food and helping to reduce shopping trips. The additional storage space makes them a great choice for large family dinners and party planning.

Some models have frost-free technology that helps reduce manual defrosting while maintaining their effectiveness for a longer period of time. They can also offer exciting features such as water and ice dispensers to serve chilled drinks on demand.

Measure your space before buying the latest American refrigerator freezer. You should also take into consideration the height so that you are able to fit it in the space, and to ensure you don't hit any doors or cabinets during opening. If you purchase a model that is plumbed, you will need to make sure it can be located near a water source.

Style

The American-style fridge freezer is a broad term that refers to the huge models that are popular with larger families that typically feature double doors that open at cupboard-size. This classic design allows you to reach your food items at eye level without having to open the whole appliance, allowing you to conserve energy by opening just one door at a time and minimizing the loss of cold air which can help lower your energy bills.

If you have a large family to feed or you prefer to cook in batches, check out for models with extra storage capacity, as well as useful features such as no-frost technology and multi-flow settings. A lot of the Silver American Fridge Freezer - 637L Capacity-style models we stock also come with a handy ice maker to make it simple for everyone to enjoy refreshing water in a glass.

Some of the more powerful models also have a convertible zone that you can choose to make into an additional fridge compartment or freezer space. This allows you to have the flexibility you need for your growing family as well as the contents of your grocery store.

Most of our models are self-standing, and can be placed as a stylish piece of furniture or pushed into a bank kitchen units to create a more sleek appearance. But, keep in mind that these appliances are more substantial than conventional refrigerator freezers. You'll need to take measurements of your hallways and doors to ensure you can fit it into your home comfortably.

Stores

If you have a big household to feed, look for American fridge freezers that have more than 500 litres of storage capacity. That's enough space to accommodate around 40 bags of shopping into!

Look for models that have glass panels to let you see your food without having to open the door. That way you can check what's in your fridge prior to heading out for a trip - no not having that essential block of cheese! There are fridge freezers with mini-bar doors that can be folded out, Frydge perfect to open your bottle. Some models come with water, ice and crushed ice dispenser too. You can enjoy chilled drinks whenever you want and without the need for an additional jug. They're easy to clean.

Frost-free or no-frost technology can prolong the longevity of your appliance by preventing the build-up of dust 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 an option for holiday use that reduces the amount of energy that your fridge uses while you're away. Be sure to empty the freezer before you leave! We also have models with energy efficiency ratings of A or higher. This is good for the environment, and it will also help keep your electricity cost low.

Energy

The fact that American fridge-freezers are larger than UK models doesn't mean they are more expensive to run. Modern manufacturing techniques and energy efficiency requirements from consumers mean that these big appliances use less power than you'd expect.

The larger the fridge freezer the more expensive the operating costs. However, this isn't always case. It's often down to the compressor's location, which is close to the larger vertical freezer compartment - and it gets hot fast, meaning it has to work harder to keep things cool.

You can find American fridge freezers that have A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. You should look for features that can reduce your food bills by allowing for an airflow system that prevents condensation of frost, and fancy 0@ drawers of fruit and vegetables to ensure long-lasting freshness.

It's important to note that these big kitchen appliances can be heavy as well, so you'll have to ensure that they can get through the doorways to the inside and front during delivery, particularly in the event that you're getting it delivered up to a top floor flat. The retailer should remove and reconnect the refrigerator freezer door when they deliver the appliance if they are concerned. You can also enlist an electrician.