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American Fridges Freezers

American fridges and freezers are stylish additions to any kitchen. They're big enough which means you can stockpile and shop less.

They also have sleek and minimalist design. Look out for a mini bar door on the fridge that folds down to provide quick access to your cold drinks.

Size

narrowest american fridge freezer fridge freezers are larger than their UK counterparts and are a striking addition to any kitchen. These fridges are usually freestanding and can reach as high as 91cm. They can also range in size between 70cm and 91cm.

They usually have two full length doors that allow access to the fridge and freezer, usually with door shelves for storage that make it easy to access items. This design is very popular with customers due to its ample storage space along with eye level access to contents without having to open the fridge or freezer multiple times. It also saves energy.

These freezers are also bigger than their UK counterparts that allow you to store more frozen food. This can reduce the amount of shopping trips. The additional storage space makes them a great option for large family meals and for planning parties.

Some models come with frost-free technology, which helps reduce manual defrosting while maintaining their efficiency for longer. They also have exciting features such as water and ice dispensers for chilled drinks on demand.

Make sure you measure your space prior to buying a new American refrigerator freezer. Also, consider the height to make sure you can fit it in the space, and to ensure you don't hit any cabinets or doors when opening. If you purchase an item that is plumbed in, you'll need ensure it is placed near a source of water.

Style

The 'American-style ' fridge freezer is a broad term that refers to the huge models that are popular with larger families. They typically have 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 go and minimising cold air loss which can lower the cost of energy.

If you have a large family to feed or you prefer to cook in batches, check out for models with extra storage capacity and a variety of useful features such as no-frost technology, multi-flow settings and so on. A lot of American models we sell come with an ice dispenser that is convenient to allow everyone to sip a chilled glass of water.

Some of the bigger models also feature a convertible zone that you could make into an additional refrigerator compartment or freezer space. This allows you to have the flexibility you need for your growing family and the contents of your grocery store.

The majority of our models are stand-alone, and can be set up in a chic piece of furniture or Frydge even pushed into bank kitchen units to create a more streamlined appearance. Keep in mind that these appliances are typically deeper than traditional refrigerator freezers, which is why you'll want to be sure that you are able to integrate them into your home.

Storage

If you have a huge family to feed, search for American fridge freezers that hold more than 500 litres of storage capacity. This will carry 40 shopping bags!

Be sure to look for models with glass panels, which allow you a view of your food items without opening the door. So you can see the contents of your fridge before heading out shopping - no more forgetting that crucial block of cheese! You can choose fridge-freezers equipped with mini bar doors that can fold out - ideal for opening your beer. Certain models also come with an ice dispenser, water dispenser dispenser and crushed ice dispenser. This lets you drink chilled drinks at any time, with no need for a separate jug and they're easy to keep clean too.

Frost-free technology or no frost helps extend the life of your appliance. It stops the build-up of dust that can compromise the performance of the appliance. You'll also save time and effort, because you'll have to defrost your refrigerator freezer less often than standard models.

Many of our models also have a holiday option which reduces the amount of energy your fridge-freezer consumes while you're away. Make sure you empty the freezer prior to when you leave! We also have models that have energy efficiency ratings of A or better. This is great for the environment and keeps your electricity bills at a minimum.

Energy

Although American refrigerator freezers have a lot more space than UK models, that doesn't mean they cost an arm and a leg to run. Modern manufacturing techniques, as well as the demands of energy efficiency from customers, mean that these large appliances consume less electricity than you might think.

It's commonly thought that bigger the fridge freezer, more expensive its running costs. But this isn't the scenario. It's often down to the compressor's position, which is situated close to an even larger vertical freezer compartment. It can become hot quickly, which means it has to work harder to ensure that things stay cool.

There are American fridge freezers that have A+ energy ratings and low noise levels. You can also look for extra features to reduce your grocery bill like air circulation that stops freezing and frost accumulation, as well as fancy fruit and vegetable drawers that will last for years.

It's important to note that these kitchen appliances can be heavy, so you'll need to ensure that they can get through the doorways to the inside and front when they are delivered, especially in the event that you're getting it delivered to the top of a flat. You can ask the retailer to remove and put back the door of the fridge freezer when they deliver the appliance if they are worried. You can also hire the services of a handyman.