Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

For those who want to minimize food waste and get the most out of the bounty of their harvest, the chest freezer is a essential. It's simple and has plenty of space, and is cheap to run. In addition, its counterbalanced top won't fall on you when you reach for a stray piece of pizza.

Capacity

Chest models are a great alternative for households that need more space to store food items. These chest freezers are usually found in garages, basements or utility rooms. They come in a variety of sizes, ranging from 100 litres up to 500 litres. They are top-loading and have the lid that opens for easy access. A few have a basket at the top for storing smaller, more frequently used food.

The size of the freezer you pick is based on your storage needs and the number of people living in your household. You should allow 2.5 cubic feet for each household member. Additionally, you should take into account the amount of frozen food you own. A larger freezer is more efficient when you intend to freeze large slabs or bulk ingredients.

If you are primarily concerned with price we suggest the LOGIK L198CFB20 because of its value and space-saving features. It comes with a stylish glossy black finish and comes with the capacity of 93-litres. This makes it a great match for modern kitchens. It also features a counterbalanced top that will not hit your head when you try to grab a pizza. It's not equipped with many convenience features such as a fast freeze feature and a digital display.

Energy efficiency

Commonly used in garages or utility room, chest freezer frost free uk freezers offer a convenient way to store extra food, particularly for batch cooks as well as allotment holders. With their sidewall insulation built-in, they hold cold temperatures very efficiently and consume less energy than upright freezers. In addition, they can keep their contents frozen for up to three days without plugs which makes them an ideal option for power outages or home moves.

There are many chest freezers that are A+ evaluated for energy efficiency. We also offer frost-free models. These freezers are generally costlier to run, but they can reduce the energy use and produce ice less often.

If you're looking for savings on operating costs, check for a freezer that is made with the green HFC-245fa refrigerant. This information can be found on the product's webpage and in the specifications of the freezer.

Space

A chest freezer has plenty of storage space to keep food items in the freezer in. Contrary to upright swing-door freezers that might have gaps along the door frame, chest freezers come with an airtight locking seal on the lid. This design can help them conserve energy and keep food at a more constant, colder temperature.

According to GE Appliances an average chest freezer size needs 230 kwh per year to keep its temperature stable. This is lower than the 240kwh required by a typical upright refrigerator.

The size of the freezer you choose will depend on the items that you intend to store in it. Maytag recommends 2.5 cubic feet per person, although some buyers may need more. For instance, if hunt and intend to preserve your own meat, or if you often buy in bulk, you'll require more storage space than an typical freezer.

Compact models, such as the Essentials C95CFW20 model by Currys, can be tucked into the garage or a utility room that is not heated. These models are low-profile and appear more like mini fridges rather than traditional freezers. Larger options, such as the Fridgemaster MCF198 from Currys can be used in a kitchen, but can sit more obtrusively in a garage or an unheated utility room. These freezers are a great choice for homeowners who need extra space but want to avoid the higher operating costs of the top deep freezers.

Safety

In research into the history of domestic technology researchers from Finland, Norway and the UK have studied how the freezer came to be accepted as a standard household technology. Their research has revealed a complex process known as 'domestication where the importance of a technology object is derived as well as its configuration and how it is used. The freezer is just such an ordinary household appliance, but its widespread and relatively uncritical acceptance reveals how complex this process of domestication really is.

Make sure to look for models with child locks when you purchase the chest Hotpoint 263L Freestanding Freezer - White Buy Now. These locks can keep children from climbing in and becoming trapped or suffocated. It's also important to look for a model with a front drainage system, so that any leftover water from defrosting can be easily drained away. Some models also have one or two baskets at the top of the compartment to keep the bags of frozen peas and homemade ice lollies up and prevent Small Chest Freezer For Garage items from getting lost in the depths of the freezer.

Some freezers do not have internal lighting, making it difficult to identify the items you're looking for in the dark. It's not necessarily an issue if your freezer is only used for occasional grocery shopping. However, it could be problematic in the event that the food you're planning to store requires storage for a long time or if there are young children living in the house who may want to look around in the dark to find food items.