American Fridgefreezer
A large American fridgefreezer can provide plenty of storage space and style. They're a great option for families with a large number of children or who frequently entertain guests.
The most effective American fridge freezers tend to have remarkable features, like ice and water dispensers. Check for convertible zones which can be changed from freezer to fridge and back again, enhancing the freshness of food and reducing energy consumption.
Energy efficiency
It is a well-known myth that American fridge freezers use more electricity than their traditional counterparts because of their huge capacity for storage. It isn't true. They consume very little energy compared to other kitchen appliances that are the same dimensions, and they're more efficient than older models.
Check the energy rating of any appliance prior to buying it. This will help you to reduce your electricity bill. The new energy labels will tell you the cost of running each appliance. The higher the grade, the lower the running costs will be.
Many of our American fridge freezers are equipped with exciting features like water and ice dispensers which means you can have a chilled glass of ice-cold water on tap at any time you require it. You can also find fridges with convertible zones that allow you to change a freezer section to fridges in case you need extra space at Christmas or for frozen drinks!
Remember that American models are typically larger than UK models. Some models are too deep to pass through front doors as well as internal doors, so be sure to measure your kitchen's dimensions before you purchase. If this is the case you should consider a slimmer 70cm American style refrigerator freezer that features the same top-of-the-line technology elegant design, fashionable style and extra capacity, without taking up the space.
Free of frost or freeze.
A large majority of american fridge freezer s come with no frost/frost-free technology, which means you won't have to manually defrost your appliance. This will help you save time and effort, while keeping your freezer running efficiently for a longer time.
Some American fridge freezers are equipped with impressive features like ice and water dispensers. This is a great feature, especially during the summer when you'll be looking to have a cold drink at hand. The dispensers also help reduce consumption by only dispense exactly the amount needed.
Other features you will find on American fridge freezers include twin cooling that keeps your fresh food in the best condition it can be by preventing dry, cool freezer air from affecting the food items in your fridge. It also stops any unwanted odours from circulating between the fridge and freezer.
American fridge freezers tend to be a bigger size than the average UK fridge freezer. This is due to their massive storage capacity. Some people might think this means they will cost more to operate than smaller fridge freezers, but this is not always the case. It is possible to find American fridge freezers that have an energy rating of A or better that are actually quite affordable to run, compared to their size. This is good for your pocket and the environment.
Water/ice dispenser
A American fridge freezer equipped with an ice or water dispenser provides immediate access to cold, pure water at any time - ideal for keeping everyone hydrated. You can pick between plumbed models that require plumbing to your home, and manual add models, where you manually add water to a reserve within the appliance.
The dispenser can have an automatic ice maker which creates crushed or cubed pieces of ice. It could also have a removable ice tray. This tray must be manually filled and released by turning the knob. Some models also come with an ice storage box within the freezer to store additional frozen cubes.
It's not always the case that an American refrigerator freezer that has water dispenser and ice maker is expensive to run. Many models have energy ratings of A or above, so are relatively economical to run considering their size.
The LG GSLD50DSXM, an American refrigerator freezer, comes with numerous impressive innovative features. It comes with a huge capacity and cooling innovations, as well as an elegant design with plenty of storage space in the form of drawers below the double doors. The ice and bottled water dispensers are protected by LG's UVnano Technology, which makes use UV light to kill any bacteria that might be trapped in the nozzle. This guarantees that your family will always have fresh, clean ice and water that is bottled.
Style
American fridge freezers are an absolute kitchen design statement and a sure way to impress your guests. The main advantage over UK models is of course the extra storage space, with most able to hold up to 30 grocery carrier bags of food!
These white goods are also equipped with a variety of cutting-edge technology, like free of frost and complete air circulation. There are often freezer drawers at the bottom, not doors, and the option of open only one door at a given time to conserve energy and stop the cold air from getting out.
Storage choices are also more varied and many models come with more than a freezer and refrigerator section. Some have a separate salad crisper drawer while some feature handy door racks where you can store jars, bottles and boxes. There are also models with integrated drinks dispensers which is a great practical feature.
American-style refrigerator freezers can be massive and heavy. Make sure you measure carefully before buying. You should also check that it is able to fit through doors and be able get it into your kitchen, particularly when you've decided to go with the option of having it delivered. Some retailers offer a service that permits them to take and reattach fridge freezer doors to make it easier for transport.