American Fridgefreezer
A spacious american fridgefreezer offers plenty of storage and design. These are great for families with large families and those who entertain guests often.
The best American fridge freezers usually come with a selection of impressive features, including water and ice dispensers. Find zones which can be converted from refrigerator to freezer and back, which will improve the freshness of your food and help you save energy.
Energy efficiency
A popular myth is that American fridge freezers use more energy than their traditional counterparts because of their huge capacity of storage. However, this isn't the case. They consume very little energy when compared to other kitchen appliances of similar in dimensions, and they're more efficient than older models.
If you're looking to keep your electricity costs as low as you can Make sure to check the appliance's energy rating before you purchase. The new energy labels will tell you the price of running each appliance. The higher the grade and the lower the operating costs will be.
A lot of our American fridge freezers have amazing features such as water and ice dispensers, so you can enjoy a chilled glass of ice-cold water on tap anytime you want it. You can also find refrigerators with convertible zones that allow you to switch a freezer area to fridge space if you require extra space at Christmas or to store frozen drinks!
It's important to note that American fridge freezers are generally larger than UK models. Take a look at your kitchen before purchasing. Some models are too deep to pass through the front or interior doors. If you're concerned about this, there are slimmer 70cm American-style fridge freezers available that will give you the sought-after style, cutting-edge technology and capacity without taking up a lot of space.
No frost/frost free
A majority of american fridge freezers come with no frost/frost-free technology, which means you won't have to manually defrost your fridge. This will reduce time and effort, and ensure that the freezer is running at its peak for a longer period of time.
American fridge freezers often come with exciting extras like ice and water dispensers. This is a wonderful feature to have especially during the summer, when you'll want a refreshing cold drink available. The dispensers also help reduce consumption by only dispense exactly the amount needed.
There is also twin cooling on American fridge freezers. This feature keeps your food fresh by stopping the dry, cool air from the freezer from impacting your foods in the fridge. It will also stop any unpleasant odours or smells from circulating between fridge and freezer.
The capacity for storage of American fridge freezers is one reason they are generally larger than UK fridge freezers. Many people believe that this will mean they are more expensive to run 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 higher which are actually fairly affordable to run compared to their size. This is great for your pocket and the environment at the same time.
Water/ice dispenser
A American fridge freezer equipped with an ice or water dispenser will give you immediate access to chilled, filtered water on demand, which is ideal for keeping everyone hydrated. There are two options: plumbed models that require plumbing in your home, or manual add models, where you manually add water to the reserve within the appliance.
The dispenser may have an automatic ice maker, that produces crushed or cubed pieces of ice. The dispenser may also come with a removable ice tray. The tray needs to be manually filled and released by turning the knob. You'll also find some models have an additional ice tray in the freezer, which can provide an additional supply of frozen cubes.
It's easy to imagine that an American refrigerator freezer that has water and ice dispenser would be expensive to run however, this isn't necessarily the situation. A majority of models have an energy rating of A or more, making them relatively affordable in comparison to their size.
The LG GSLD50DSXM is one of the models of an American fridge freezer that comes with an impressive range of smart features. It is a huge capacity, cooling innovation and slim design. There are drawers underneath the double doors for storage. The bottled and ice 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 means that your family will always have fresh, clean ice as well as bottles of water.
Style
American fridge freezers will impress your guests and create a stunning statement in the kitchen. The main benefit of UK models is the greater storage space. Most can hold up to thirty supermarket carrier bags of food.
Frydge are also equipped with a variety of cutting-edge technology, like free of frost and complete air circulation. There are often freezer drawers in the bottom, instead of doors and the possibility to only open one door at a given time to conserve energy and stop cold air from escaping.
The storage options are also more diverse, with many of them having more than just a fridge and freezer section. Some models include the option of a salad crisper drawer while others have door racks that can be used to store bottles and jars. You'll also see models with built-in drinks dispensers, which is a great convenience feature.
Like all large fridge freezers, American-style models can be bulky, so be sure to take accurate measurements before buying. You should also check that it is able to fit through doorways and that you'll be able to bring it into your kitchen, particularly if you've gone for the option of having it delivered. Some retailers offer a service that allows them to take off and reattach refrigerator freezer doors to make it easier for transportation.