American Fridge Freezer

A built-in American fridge freezer is a common choice for families and often comes with sophisticated features. These fashionable units are available as freestanding units, or they can be pushed into a bank kitchen units to create a sleeker look.

On average, they provide 390 cubic litres of storage space, enough for about 20 grocery shopping bags of food items. There are models that have water and ice dispensers that do not require plumbing.

Size

American fridge freezers are usually more spacious and deep than UK models, which means they can take up more space in your kitchen. If you're replacing an American fridge freezer, or are planning to add one to the kitchen of a new open-plan design ensure you take measurements to ensure it's perfectly sized with no spaces or corners that can collect dust.

The larger size of an American fridge freezer also means that it can hold more than the standard UK model. This is a great option when you have a big family, often host guests, or prefer to stock up on frozen food to make quick meals.

This LG American-style side by-side fridge freezer comes with four shelves, two bins at the door, and an ice maker. It also comes with an ice and water dispenser that is plumbed in to make it easy.

Capacity

American fridge-freezers can hold a lot of food and some models come with ice and water dispensers that are plumbed in. They might also have smart screens that let you to make the shopping list and even consult recipes.

A standard side by side model has 600 litres. This is sufficient for the majority of families. You can get more storage space with the French door model that comes with two full-length doors and a door that opens at eye level.

There are models that are smaller too that are designed to fit inside cabinets and reduce energy consumption. You can also opt for a fridge/freezer with a built-in design that is fully integrated into the cabinet, so it can be hidden away when not in use. These are perfect for smaller kitchens, or if you do not need a fridge/freezer to dominate the room.

Layout

American fridge freezers are more convenient and organized than traditional top-freezers and may be a bit disjointed with their "Joker" freezer compartments. The standard size of American fridge freezers is 90cm. Slimline models are also available. They're typically deeper, and also about 70cm.

If you're thinking about buying a fridge freezer with American design make sure to measure your kitchen prior to purchasing to ensure it's big enough to accommodate this size. Also, keep in mind that these are freestanding appliances that stand out more than being incorporated into an array of floor-to-ceiling white kitchen appliances, so they'll require plenty of space.

There are two main layouts to pick from, both accessible through full-length doors. The French door design is a combination of a double-door refrigerator section and freezer drawers below. You can open only one drawer at a. This reduces loss of cold air and also saves energy.

Here are a few examples of

American Style Fridge Freezer With Ice Maker fridge freezers provide ample space to store beverages and food items, but also a range of features that help keep things fresher longer. There are models with filtered ice and water dispensers, but these can increase the 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 if you're away, and some with holiday mode that will keep the settings, but decrease power consumption. Also look for models with twin cooling systems. This will stop the dry, cold air from the freezer from affecting fresh food in your fridge, and will save you cash on energy bills.

You should look for an energy rating that is low on your new American fridge freezer. This will inform you how it affects the environment and how expensive it will be to run. Also, ensure that it is able to pass through any doors, hallways or corners that you may be required to maneuver it through.

Water and ice dispensers

Many American refrigerator freezers come with water dispensers that cool. This is a great way to encourage everyone in the family to stay hydrated. This feature will require plumbing, which could limit where you can place the appliance. It is also likely to have a filter that is required to be changed every six months.

Cubed and crushed ice can be used in some models of American refrigerator freezer. It's typically automatically replenished, so you won't have to worry about running out of the cold stuff.

Certain brands provide SodaStreams that let you enjoy carbonated water at your convenience. You can learn more about this in the instruction manual of your appliance.

Non-plumbed

If you don't have a plowed in water supply or don't need the extra cost, an American refrigerator freezer that has an ice dispenser can still be an excellent option. These freezers can be equipped to serve cold aqua, crushed or cubed and ice. Some even come with daily 144 ice cubes.

These appliances provide plenty of storage space the fridge cavity, typically having four shelves along with two fruit and veg drawers and some mini shelves for frequently used items. They also tend to feature many clever features like air circulation that is fully encapsulated to avoid frost, and an easy-to-use electronic control panel that looks slick and meaningful.

LG offers a wide range of American-style fridge freezers which include ice and water dispensers. You're sure find one to suit your family. A lot of these models have also been energy STAR (r) certified. This means they provide outstanding performance without sacrificing quality or functionality.