American Fridgefreezer
A large American fridgefreezer provides plenty of storage space and style. They are ideal for those who have large families or who entertain guests often.
The top American refrigerator freezers are fitted with a wide array of exciting features. These include: bottles of water and ice dispensers. Find zones that can be changed from freezer to refrigerator and back, which can improve food freshness and save energy.
Energy efficiency
It is a widely-held belief that American fridge freezers use more electricity than their older counterparts because of their huge capacity for storage. This isn't the case. They actually use very little in comparison to other kitchen appliances that are similar in size and are much more efficient than previous models you may be replacing.
Examine the energy rating of any appliance before purchasing it. This will help you to save money on your electricity bill. The new energy labels will inform you the cost of running each appliance. The higher the grade, the lower the operating costs.
A lot of our American fridge freezers come with innovative features such as dispensers for water and ice, so you can have a chilled glass of water right on tap at any time you require it. There are fridges that have convertible zones that allow you to convert a freezer area into a refrigerator when you need more space for your Christmas celebrations or frozen drinks.
It is important to remember that American fridge freezers are typically more deep than UK models. Some are too deep to pass through front doors and internal doors, so make sure you measure your kitchen's dimensions before you buy. If you're worried about this there are smaller 70cm American-style fridge freezers that offer sought-after style, modern technology, and more capacity without taking up too much room.
No frost/free-frost
Many american fridge freezers are equipped with no frost/frost free technology which means you won't have to defrost the appliance manually. This can save time and effort, and keep the freezer running efficiently for longer.
Some American fridge freezers include amazing features such as ice and water dispensers. This is an excellent feature to have especially during the summer, when you'll want a refreshing cold drink at hand. The dispensers also help reduce waste by only dispense exactly the amount needed.
Other features you will find on American fridge freezers include twin cooling which keeps your fresh food in the best shape possible by preventing dry, cool freezer air from damaging the foods in your fridge. It also stops any undesirable odours that circulate between freezer and fridge.
American fridge freezers are often a bigger size than the average UK fridge freezer. This is due to their large capacity for storage. Some may think that this means they'll cost more to run than the smaller fridge freezers, but this is not the case in all cases. You can find American fridge freezers with an energy rating of A or higher that are relatively economical to run compared to their size. This is great for the environment as well as your wallet.
Water/ice dispenser
A water or ice dispenser within an American fridge freezer permits you to access chilled and filtered water at any time. This is great for keeping everyone well-hydrated. You can pick between plumbed models, which require plumbing in your home, and manual add models, where you manually add the water to a reserve within the appliance.
Depending on the model you select, the dispenser may have either an automatic ice maker that makes crushed or cubed ice or a removable ice tray that has to be filled manually and then released by twisting the knob. You may also see some models have a separate ice box in the freezer for an additional supply of frozen cubes.
It's not always true that an American refrigerator freezer that has water dispenser and ice maker is costly to run. Many models come with an energy rating of A or above that makes them affordable in comparison to their size.
The LG GSLD50DSXM is a prime example of an American fridge freezer that comes with an impressive range of smart features. It comes with a huge capacity and cooling innovations, and an elegant design with plenty of storage in the form of drawers underneath the double doors. The water and ice dispenser is protected by LG's UVnano technology, which uses ultraviolet light to kill germs which could get stuck in the nozzle. This ensures that your family will always have fresh clean ice and water at hand.
Style
American fridge freezers are a real kitchen design statement and are a sure way to impress your house guests. The major benefit of UK models is their larger storage space. They can accommodate up to thirty supermarket bags of food items.
These white goods are equipped with a variety of clever technology, including frozen frost-free, and full air circulation. Often you'll find freezer drawers instead of doors at the bottom and the possibility to only open just one door at time to keep cold air out and to save on energy costs.
The storage options are also more diverse, with many of them having more than the freezer and fridge. A lot of models have separate drawers for salads and crispers while some have handy door racks where you can store bottles, jars and boxes. There are models that have a built-in drinks dispenser which is a great convenience feature.
Like all fridge freezers large in size, American-style models can be bulky, so be sure to take careful measurements prior to purchasing. Make sure that it fits through your doorways and in your kitchen. This is particularly important if you've chosen to deliver it. Some retailers will provide a service to remove and reattach the fridge freezer doors to make it easier to move.