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Keeping Cool
with the Newest Refrigerator/Freezers
A refrigerator/freezer is a modern-day appliance
that modern-day folks simply cannot live
without. A fridge is large, uses plenty of
energy and stores a good percentage of the
family's daily rations. For these reasons, it is
important to shop around for a
refrigerator/freezer that will serve your family
the best and will be able to do so for many
years. Size is an important consideration if
finding the most functional fridge for you, as
is the configuration of the unit and the special
features that it includes. Read on for tips in
shopping for the best refrigerator/freezer unit
for you.
Big is Beautiful
Sure, we all want the biggest refrigerator
possible, right? Actually, purchasing a fridge
that is too large for your needs will simply
waste space in your kitchen and energy to run.
There is also the issue of physical space
available for this appliance, which can vary
greatly from kitchen to kitchen. The best way to
ensure that your new unit will fit into the
allotted space is to measure. Take three
measurements of the available space; at the top,
middle and bottom. Next, take three measurements
of the chosen appliance in about the same spots
to get a good idea as to whether you have a good
fit. The door will be another consideration, so
make sure that when the door is fully open it
will allow room for your kitchen island or for
family members to pass by. A good feature to
look for is a reversible door that can be
installed on either side of the fridge to ensure
the best fit.
Figure out Configuration
There are a number of different configurations
that you can choose from with a
refrigerator/freezer. Probably the most common
style is the side-by-side, which houses a
freezer on one side and the refrigerator on the
other. A bottom-mount will consist of the
refrigerator on top and a freezer below. The
freezer is often a drawer variety, which will
offer the ease of opening and closing and plenty
of space for freezer storage. A top-mount
includes the freezer on the top and the
refrigerator below. This is a popular style of
refrigerator/freezer also, since it is usually
the most economical model of the three. However,
it can also be the smallest in terms of both
size and capacity, making it a better choice for
couples and smaller families.
Is your Freezer a Star?
Another variable that's worth looking at is the
freezer star rating that comes with your unit.
Since colder food is food that lasts longer and
tastes fresher, a colder freezer will store your
food more successfully. A freezer star rating
will tell you just how cold a particular unit is
designed to operate at. A single star will
indicate the warmest freezer; -6°C to be exact.
A four-star rating is reserved for the coldest
units that can maintain a temperature of 18
below. This star rating is worth checking if you
want to find the best storage unit possible for
your favourite foods.
A refrigerator/freezer is a major household
purchase, and time should be taken to find the
best model for your family. Once you have found
the best choice for you, you can rest assured
that your family will get plenty of use out of
this appliance for many years to come. |
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