American-Style Fridge Freezers
A fridge freezer that is in the American style can be a great addition your kitchen when you have a large family and eat a lot. These appliances are manufactured by trusted household brands like Hisense and Hotpoint, and come in black or white or a sparkling tiny flecks.
Many models have the option of a water and ice dispenser as well, that provides crisp, chilled filtered water and ice with the touch of an button. Options that are plumbed connect to water pipes, whereas non-plumbed models have an internal tank you can top up with ease.
Larger storage space
American fridge freezers are a bold addition to your kitchen, providing huge amounts of storage space. They are usually 90cm wide and provide plenty of storage space for frozen food, fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as the family favourites. There are several styles to pick from that include graphite, stainless steel, and black. The majority of models have Wi-Fi and an app that lets you manage your appliance remotely. Ice and water dispensers that don't require plumbing are also popular.
These models are not only bigger than the standard tall UK fridge freezer, but they also have more freezer space. With enough room to hold around 30 supermarket shopping bags worth of food they're ideal for those with a big family or like to cook large quantities for occasions and events.
Some models even come with a small door that folds down to create a home bar where you can store drinks without opening the whole fridge. This feature is particularly handy on hot days and can save you money on drinks as you won't need to open the entire fridge to grab a cold drink. Some models also include LED lights in the freezer compartments to illuminate your frozen food items and keep it in order.
Convertible zones
American fridge freezers are usually designed with the split French door design that lets you access the freezer on the bottom and the fridge on top. This lets you look at everything in your refrigerator and offers a flexible storage solution. It's perfect for when you are cooking a lot. Certain models have multizone compartments, which allow you to switch between the fridge and freezer as needed.
These larger appliances are renowned for their high-tech features and packed interiors. Many of these appliances come with Total No Frost which eliminates the need to defrost and ensures your freezer runs at peak efficiency longer. There's a wide selection of fridge freezers that are smart and have touchscreens that are convenient and allows you to change settings.
Certain American refrigerator freezers have an interesting water and ice dispenser. This allows you to easily take chilled and filtered water with the touch of an button, which is a wonderful feature during the summer heat! There are even non plumbed American fridge freezers which work with a water jug that is removable and you don't need to think about connecting it to your plumbing or paying for costly installation costs.
If you're looking for a stylish piece of well-crafted Teutonic engineering or you want to give your kitchen a modern elegant and sleek look, these larger refrigerators are becoming popular with UK customers. You can find plenty of modern designs that will suit your taste with models that are available in sparkling silver, simple white, sophisticated black or boldly colourful finishes.
Water & ice dispensers
The ice and water filtered dispenser is a common feature in American-style refrigerator freezers. It doesn't matter if it's plumbed-in or refillable, the handy feature allows instant access to chilled, filtered and chilled water as well as ice at the touch of a button.
This choice also saves space by removing the need for a separate water jug in the kitchen. It is still necessary to refill the water jug regularly.
If you're not a fan of dispensers, there are plenty that have a separate water compartment inside the fridge, which is ideal for storing bottles or cartons. Additionally, many models have door racks that can be adjusted to height so you can accommodate larger bottles of fizzy drinks or milk, and there are even models with compartments that are covered to keep your butter and cheese fresh.
The capacity of American-style fridge freezers is massive which means you can pack plenty of items into. Some models can accommodate up to 38 shopping bags. This is ideal to stock up on your favourite foods and reducing trips to the grocery store. Look for features that are sophisticated, such as digital displays, full-air circulation to prevent frost, holiday mode, and separate cooling systems. These will make your life easier.
Double doors
American fridge freezers are an ideal place to store fresh food items and chilled drinks. Their large dimensions also add an impressive look to your kitchen. These freezers are available with double doors that separate the fridge from the freezer or a French-style model in which one door opens to the fridge, while another opens into the freezer. You can decide how much space you want to divide between the two. There are options for 50/50, 70/30 and 60/40.
A lot of these larger units include a convenient water dispenser, offering you cold, refreshing water on demand. site feature a useful salad crisper drawer to keep all your food items tender. Some have smart screens which allow you to organize your shopping, refer to a recipes and use a range of other features.
While they're loaded with of features, these large freezers require ample space to function efficiently. When choosing an American fridge freezer, ensure that you have a room big enough to accommodate the dimensions of the appliance and check that it can fit in with the rest of your white and furniture without hitting them or getting stuck in corners. Also, you should measure any doors that the fridge will have to go through or around to access your kitchen, and make sure they shut and open fully without hitting each other or blocking an access point.