Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

If you like to stock up on food in the bulk or need a freezer to preserve your vegetables and fruit, consider a chest freezer. Look for features such as lids that are counterbalanced, allowing you to search the contents without letting it fall over your head, or inside lighting that makes organizing simple.

There is also an array of designs suitable for outbuildings and garages. Most require manual defrosting however they are quiet and energy efficient.

Size

A chest freezer is an excellent way to store a lot of food in a utility or garage. It can be used to store the plethora of apples your neighbour gave you for winter crumbles, or bulk-buys like whole sides of salmon and chicken wings. It will also allow you to store your daily frozen staples in your lg fridges uk 30 French Door Refrigerator 21.8 Cu Ft Capacity (Www.Frydge.Uk) and freezer.

We offer designs from a variety of trusted white goods manufacturers, in a choice of sizes and widths that match your home. You can choose a sleek and compact model that fits unobtrusively in an space under your stairs or in an alcove or a bigger chest with capacities of up to 519 litres for all those food items for parties and batch-cooked meals.

Many models have one or more wire storage baskets, which are ideal to store small items such as frozen veg or oven chips. The lid that is counterbalanced won't hit you in the head when lifting it up, and can be used as a step to reach items from the back. Some have a fast-freeze function, which gives you that extra burst of coldness to make the most of your fresh produce.

If you intend to store your freezer in the garage or another outbuilding attached to your home, check whether it's rated for use in those areas. Many are not designed to operate in rooms that are not insulated and temperatures below 10degC. This may make your warranty invalid.

Energy efficiency

It is important to check the energy efficiency of any freezer, whether it's a home appliance or a commercial one. Refrigerators and freezers consume a lot of energy, so choosing an energy-efficient model will save you money over the course of. The Energy Rating is displayed on the product's webpage and will tell you how much the appliance is expected to cost.

Another thing to take into consideration is the size. Chest freezers are usually longer and lower than upright freezers, so you'll need to ensure that there is enough room in your home to accommodate one. It is also important to keep in mind that the bigger the freezer is, the more energy it'll use.

There are a number of brands that specialise in energy-efficient appliances, including Danby and Whirlpool. They have smaller footprints and exceptional insulation, which helps keep frozen foods chilled for longer. They're also a great value for price, starting at less than PS250.

A chest freezer is an ideal option for those who want to cut down on food waste, and also keep an arsenal of essentials in case when the weather turns bad. Buying a new freezer can be expensive however, it's a good investment and will help you save money in the long run.

Noise

You might be worried about the noise that an appliance like a chest freezer makes when you're trying to find one. It's understandable that a loud sound can be alarming, as freezers are usually quiet appliances. But don't panic there are a variety of reasons your freezer could be making a noise and they're not always negative news you think at first.

Defrosting your freezer is required if the freezer is producing a lot of noise. Defrosting chest freezers is necessary to ensure they are operating effectively and to prevent ice build-up. This isn't as difficult as it may seem.

There are plenty of models available to suit your needs and space, from compact models perfect for small spaces, to huge 500+ litre models that are designed for large families. If you're looking to make a chic white addition to your kitchen or something more garage-friendly there are a lot of options available.

This Hotpoint model is ideal for garages and offers an excellent balance between dimensions and cost. The 255-litre capacity will give you ample storage space for frozen ready meals and stews that are cooked in batches, and the internal lid that is counterbalanced and light helps with accessing the food within the bottom of the appliance. It's also A+ rated for energy efficiency and comes with a power-failure safe-store feature. It is possible to leave it in standby mode for up to 24 hours in the event of a power outage.

Convenience

It's worth searching for chest freezers that have features that will make them more practical. Certain chest freezers come with lights or alarms that activate when the temperature rises. This helps reduce food waste and also reduce your expenses over time. Others have lockable lids which are helpful if you're concerned about burglars or children getting access to the contents of your freezer, particularly when it's located in a cold area such as garages.

The majority of chest freezers lack shelves or drawers, which means that items at the bottom can be a bit tricky to reach. Look for models with storage baskets that are on top - these lift out to let you easily get to those more difficult to reach items. Certain models also have control panels at the bottom corner of the doors, which is especially useful if you suffer from back problems or struggle to bend over.

This Black Combination Fridge GBB92MCABP: Sleek Design Spacious Storage chest freezer looks elegant and is ideal for garage storage. Its capacity is of 312 litres. This is perfect for storing frozen meals or cooking in bulk. It also comes with a variety of useful features like an adjustable temperature and safe power loss storage and an instant freeze feature. It's also extremely energy-efficient and has an A+ rating.