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Black Chest Freezers

Black chest freezers provide plenty of room for frozen food items. They're a great choice for areas experiencing power outages as they keep food frozen longer than upright freezers.

Look for a model that includes interior lighting, especially for those who store their food in an unlit basement or garage. This feature will help you locate your food items and reduce energy waste.

Capacity

A chest freezer is the ideal choice for anyone who needs extra freezer food storage. You can store leftovers, seasonal fruit and vegetables, or your own meals that you make yourself in them. Many models have adjustable baskets and dividers which allows you to arrange your items in a manner that is logical to you. You can also find energy-efficient models that use less power to operate.

Choose models that are built for cold temperatures if you plan to store a chest freezer in your shed or garage. Some are made to operate in temperatures even -10 degrees Celsius.

This model is budget-friendly and offers nearly 100 litres more freezer space, and can be tucked away in the corner of your kitchen. It's not NatureFRESH™ 70/30 Frost Free Metallic Fridge Freezer-free and does not have an electronic temperature display but it's inexpensive enough that those compromises are easily overlooked.

If you're in need of a bigger freezer but don't wish to pay the premium for an expensive model, this chest freezer from Hotpoint is a good option. Its 255 litre capacity is ample enough to hold summer ice creams and stews that are cooked in batches, and it has an elegant black gloss finish that is a perfect match with your kitchen. It also has a manual defrost mechanism and drain, as well as an extremely durable vinyl-coated container that can help you divide your food items.

Energy efficiency

A freezer is a great addition to any kitchen, and it can help prevent food waste by keeping extra foods frozen. It can add energy costs however, since it takes more energy to keep frozen food cold than a refrigerator.

You may want to consider buying a chest freezer that is Energy Star certified to reduce your energy consumption. These models are insulated with foam and use a type of refrigerant called 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane, which does not deplete the ozone layer and is considered safe for indoor usage. Upright freezers require more energy to operate because they require a larger footprint and are less insulated than chest freezers.

Chest freezers offer more usable storage space than upright freezers as they are taller and closer to the floor. They can take up a large amount of floor space, and you will need to allow for the door's height, which could move left or right.

To save space and money, consider a chest freezer with built-in storage baskets to keep food organized. A wire basket lets you to store more food on smaller surfaces than a shelf. This is an ideal option for families with limited storage space. Defrosting with either a manual or automatic method can make a chest-freezer economical to run. A self-defrosting freezer uses less energy than a manual defrosting model and turns off and on regularly to prevent ice accumulation.

Noise

The quieter black chest freezers are better than upright freezers and as such, they're ideal for garages, sheds or outbuildings. If you hear a sound at night, this is likely due to the normal expansion and contraction in the walls of the freezer. This isn't enough to keep anyone awake. Certain models are extremely quiet, with only 38dB at their loudest, meaning you don't have worry about keeping your neighbours or family up with loud appliances! Currys' own brand Logik has a range of quiet black freezers that are surprisingly affordable. They offer garage friendly freezers with over 50 cubic litres of storage space for less than PS200.

Defrost time

The majority of chest freezers require manual defrosting, which means you need to unplug the freezer, then open it to let the ice melt. Certain models are easier than others to defrost. The GE FFP245LDBS model is one of the best. It comes with a removable basket to help arrange, an interior lighting, and an adjustable top that will not be able to hit your head when go to the freezer to grab pizza frozen. It also features an recessed handle and foam insulation to improve energy efficiency.

Most people buy chest freezers for Lg Latest Fridge extra storage space. They are perfect for storing large ice cream tubs, bags frozen vegetables, or pieces of meat. Most of them are large in capacity and come with a lid which can be opened by a hinge at the top. Some come with bins and internal dividers to aid in organizing, while others have locks and are self-defrosting.

Some freezers can last up to 48 hours without being thawed, if the door is closed. This is ideal for emergency situations but if you need to keep the freezer open for long period of time you must ensure it is in a cool place and has plenty of airflow. Be careful not to place anything warm in the freezer, as it can increase the temperature and cause food items to melt more quickly.