Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

Consider a chest freezer if prefer to store food items in large chest freezers uk quantities or to preserve vegetables and fruits. Check out features such as lids with counterbalance that let you browse the contents without falling over your head or interior lighting to make organising easy.

There is also several designs suitable for outbuildings and garages. They all require manual defrosting, but are quiet and energy efficient.

Size

A chest freezer is an excellent option to store a large amount of food in a utility or garage. It can be used to keep that pile of apples your neighbour gave you for winter crumbles, or bulk-buys such as whole sides of salmon and chicken wings. It will also make space in your freezer and fridge for your daily frozen staples.

We offer designs from a range of trusted white goods manufacturers and are available in a variety of sizes and widths to suit your home. You can choose a sleek and compact model that will fit unobtrusively under your stairs or in an alcove. Or, you can opt for a larger chest of up to 519 litres and have enough space for all of the party snacks and batch cooked meals.

A lot of models come with one or more wire storage baskets that are perfect for small items such as frozen vegetables and oven chips. The counterbalanced top will not hit your head when you lift it. You can also make it an elevated platform to access items at the back. Some have a fast-freeze function, to give you that extra burst of coldness to make the most of your fresh produce.

Make sure the freezer is rated to be placed in a garage or outbuilding that is attached to your home. Most are not designed to function in uninsulated rooms that are below 10degC. This could make your warranty invalid.

Energy efficiency

It is worthwhile to look into the energy efficiency of any freezer, regardless of whether it's for use at home or a commercial one. Refrigerators and freezers use up a lot of energy, so opting for an energy-efficient model will save you money in the long in the long. The Energy Rating is available on the product's page and will tell you how much the appliance is likely to cost.

Another aspect to consider is the size. Chest freezers tend to be long and lower to the ground than upright designs Therefore, it is crucial to ensure you have enough room for one in your home. It's also worth bearing in mind that the bigger the freezer the larger, the more energy it'll require.

There are a variety of brands that specialize in energy-efficient appliances, such as Danby and Whirlpool. They have smaller footprints and excellent insulation, which can help keep frozen food chilled for longer. Prices start as low as PS250.

A chest freezer is the perfect option for those who want to cut down on food waste and keep a stockpile of essentials for when the weather turns bad. A new freezer is an expensive investment but will save you money over time.

Noise

If you're considering buying an upcoming chest freezer, you might be worried it will make lots of noise. In the end, freezers are often quiet appliances so hearing a loud sound can be alarming. Don't be alarmed. There are a variety of reasons for your freezer to be making noises. It's not all bad.

If your freezer is making loud sound, you may require defrosting it. Chest freezers have to be defrosted on a regular basis in order to keep them running efficiently and to prevent the build-up of ice. This isn't as hard as it seems.

There are a variety of models to pick from, from small models for small spaces to massive 500+ litre models suitable for large families. If you're looking for a sleek white kitchen or something more garage-friendly there are plenty of options to choose from.

This garage-friendly model from Hotpoint offers a great combination of price and size. The 255-litre capacity offers ample storage space for frozen meals and batch-cooked soups. The internal light and counterbalanced cover make it easy to access food items on the bottom. It's also A+ energy efficient and has a power-failure safe-store feature. It can be left on standby for up to 24 hours in the event of power failure.

Convenience

It's worth searching for chest freezers with features that make them more practical. Some spacious haier Chest Freezer with 319l capacity freezers feature alarms or lights that turn on when the temperature rises. This helps to reduce food waste, and can reduce your expenses over time. There are lids that lock and could be beneficial if worried about burglars or kids accessing the contents of your freezer, particularly when it's in an unheated space like garages.

A lot of chest freezers don't have drawers or shelves, which makes it difficult to reach the items at bottom. Choose models with storage baskets that are at the top of the freezer - they lift up and allow you to easily get to those more difficult to reach items. Some models also have controls in the bottom corner of doors, which are especially useful if you suffer from back problems or are unable to bend your knees.

This sleek black chest freezer is garage friendly and has a capacity of 312 litres. It's perfect to store a family's frozen ready meals or batch cooking. It has many other useful features, including an adjustable temperature and safe power loss storage, and an easy freeze function. It's also extremely efficient and has an A+ energy rating.