American Fridge Freezer
A built-in American fridge freezer is a common choice for families and comes with the latest features. These stylish units can be set up as a distinct feature on their own or be pushed back into a bank of kitchen units to create a sleek design.
They provide on average 390 cubic litres of storage space, enough to hold around 20 shopping bags of food items. You can find models with water and ice dispensers that don't need plumbing.
Size
American fridge freezers tend to be bigger and deeper than UK models, so they take up more room in your kitchen. If you are replacing an old American refrigerator freezer or adding one to a newly designed, open-plan kitchen make sure to determine the size of the room to ensure it will fit without any awkward corners or gaps.
The larger size of an American fridge freezer also means that it has a larger capacity than the typical UK model. This makes it ideal for those who have a large family, regularly host guests or wish to stock up on frozen food for quick meals.
This LG American-style side by-side fridge freezer comes with 4 shelves, 2 bins along the door, and a salad crisper. It also includes an ice and water dispenser that's plumbed in to make it easier.
Capacity
American refrigerator-freezers can store lots of food and even have ice and water dispensers that are plugged into. They may also have smart screens that let you to organize shopping lists and consult recipes.
A standard side-byside model will have the capacity to store around 600 litres, which will be enough for most families. French door models with two full-length openings and access at eye-level can provide more storage space.
There are models that are smaller designed to fit into cabinets. These models can also save energy costs. You can pick an integrated fridge/freezer that is fully integrated into a cupboard. This allows you to put it away when not in use. They are ideal for smaller kitchens or if you don't need a fridge/freezer to dominate the space.
Layout
American fridge freezers are more easily accessible and organised than traditional top-freezers, which are sometimes a bit jumbled with their 'Joker" freezer compartments. The standard size is 90cm, but there are slimline models available as well. They're usually wider as well, around 70cm or more.
If you're thinking about buying a refrigerator freezer that is
American Fridge Freezer With Ice Maker-style be sure to measure your kitchen before buying to make sure it's big enough to accommodate this size. Remember that these are
freestanding american fridge freezer appliances that stand out more than being incorporated into a set of floor-to ceiling white kitchen appliances, so they'll require plenty of space.
There are two main layouts that you can choose from, both accessible through doors that are fully-length. The French door design is made up of a double-door refrigerator section and freezer drawers below. It is possible to open only one at a time. This helps reduce the loss of cold air and conserves energy.
Features
American fridge freezers offer plenty of room to store food and drinks, but they also provide a wide range of features to keep everything fresher for longer. You can find models that have filtered water and ice dispensers but be aware these can result in increased energy consumption. Look for a screen with a smart interface on the front of the unit that allows you to access a myriad of apps, including recipes, shopping lists, and messages.
There are models that will remind you to cancel the milk delivery when you're away, and some with holiday mode that will keep the settings, but decrease the power consumption. Also look for models that have twin cooling systems. This will stop the cold, dry air from the freezer from affecting the fresh food you keep in your fridge and help you save money on energy costs.
Check for a low-energy rating on your new american fridge freezer as this will show how green it is for the environment as well as how much it will cost to operate. Also, make sure whether it can fit through any doors, hallways or corners that you may need to maneuver through.
Water and ice dispensers
Many
american fridge freezer with ice maker refrigerator freezers include the cool-water dispenser. This is ideal for helping everyone in the family to stay hydrated. This feature will require plumbing, which could restrict the place you can install your appliance. It will also likely have a filter that must be changed every six months.
Certain models of American refrigerator freezers can dispense crushed and cubed ice. It will be replenished automatically so you don't have to worry about running out on cold ice.
Certain brands also include SodaStreams that let you take advantage of carbonated water on-demand. Look through the instruction manual of your appliance for full details of how this works.
Non-plumbed
If you don't have a plumbed in water supply or don't want the additional expense to have one installed, an American fridge freezer that comes with an ice dispenser is an excellent choice. These models dispense regular cold water and cubed or crushed ice, with some offering 144 ice cubes per day enough to keep the whole family hydrated.
These appliances have plenty of space inside the fridge cavity, usually comprising four shelves, two fruit and veg drawers and a couple of mini shelves for frequently used items. They also have various clever technology including full air circulation to avoid frost, and an easy-to-navigate flat-buttoned electronic control panel that looks elegant and meaningful.
LG offers an extensive range of American style fridge freezers with ice and water dispenser features, so you're sure to find one that suits your family. Many of these models have also been Energy STAR (r) certified. This means they deliver exceptional performance without sacrificing quality and performance.
