American Fridge Freezer

Built-in American fridge freezers are a popular option for families. They often come with the latest features. These fashionable units can be placed as a freestanding statement feature or be put back into the kitchen's cabinets to create a minimalist design.

On average, they have 390 cubic litres of storage space. This is enough to store around 20 shopping bags of food items. You can get models with water and/or ice dispensers without plumbing.

Size

American fridge freezers tend to be wider and more deep than UK models, so they are larger and take up more space 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 take measurements to ensure that it can be placed in the space without awkward gaps or corners.

The bigger size of the American fridge freezer means it has a larger capacity than a standard UK model. This is ideal if have a large family, or frequently have house guests.

This luxurious LG American-style side by side fridge freezer is a great source of storage for all your fresh food. It has 4 shelves, 2 door bins and a nifty salad crisper. It also comes with an ice and water dispenser that is plumbed in to make it easier.

Capacity

Teknix American Fridge Freezer: Water Dispenser Included fridge freezers can hold a lot of food in many models, and they come with specific compartments as well as plumbed-in water and ice dispensers. They can also come with smart screens that let you make shopping lists, look up recipes, and much more.

A standard side-byside model has storage capacity of approximately 600 litres, which will be enough for most families. French door models that have two full-length openings and access at eye-level can provide more storage space.

There are models that are slimmer designed to fit into cabinets. These models can also save energy costs. You can also choose a fridge/freezer with a built-in design that is completely integrated into the cabinet so that you can put it away when not in use. These are great for kitchens with small spaces, or if you don't want a fridge-freezer that dominates the room.

Layout

Contrary to traditional top-freezers that can be an unorganized mess with their freezer compartments labelled 'Joker' (or according to reports), American fridge freezers provide more organized and easy storage. The standard size of American fridge freezers is 90cm. Slimline models are also available. They're generally larger, as well, with a width of around 70cm.

If you're thinking of buying a fridge freezer with American design, measure your kitchen before purchasing to ensure it's able to accommodate this larger size. Also, remember that these are freestanding appliances that stand out rather than being part of an array of floor-to-ceiling white appliances, and will require plenty of space.

There are two main layouts available with both having doors that are fully-length. The French door design is a combination of a double-Hisense Cross Door Fridge Freezer in Grey refrigerator and freezer drawers below. You can only open one drawer at a time. This reduces the loss of cold air and conserves energy.

Here are a few examples of

American fridge freezers are spacious and provide plenty of space to store food and beverages, but also a range of features to keep everything fresher longer. There are models that come that have filtered water and ice dispensers but be aware these can result in increased energy consumption. Find a smart screen on the front fascia to access a raft of apps such as shopping lists, recipes and messages.

There are models that will remind you to cancel your milk delivery if you're away, and some with holiday mode that will preserve the settings but decrease the power consumption. Also consider models with twin cooling systems. This will prevent the dry, cold air from the freezer from affecting the fresh food in your fridge, and will save you money on energy costs.

You should look for a low energy rating on your new american fridge freezer to reveal how beneficial it is for the environment and how much it will cost to operate. You should also check that it is able to pass through any doors, hallways or corners that you may need to maneuver through.

Water and ice dispensers

Many American refrigerator freezers include a cool water dispenser, which is great for encouraging the whole family to stay hydrated. This feature will require plumbing, which might restrict the location of the appliance. It could also have a filter which is required to be changed every six months.

Ice cubes and crushed can also be taken out of certain models of American refrigerator freezer. It will be replenished automatically, so you don't need to worry about running out on the cold stuff.

Certain brands provide SodaStreams that allow you to enjoy carbonated water at any time. Find out more about this in the manual of your appliance.

Non-plumbed

If you don't have a plowed in water supply or don't want to pay the extra cost or the expense of a plumbed in water supply, an American refrigerator freezer that has an ice dispenser can still be an excellent option. These freezers can be equipped to serve cold water cubes, crushed or cubed ice. Some even offer daily 144 ice cubes.

They offer plenty of space inside, with the fridge cavity typically having four shelves along with two fruit and veg drawers as well as some mini door shelves for oft-used items. These appliances also feature several innovative features which includes a the full-blown air circulation system that helps prevent frost and an easy to use flat-buttoned control panel.

LG offers a broad selection of 635L Matte Black American Side-by-Side Fridge Freezer-style fridge freezers that include water and ice dispensers. You're bound to find one to meet your needs and the needs of your family. Many of these models are Energy STAR(r) certified also. This means they provide exceptional performance without compromising the quality or usability.