Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

Consider a chest freezer if you prefer to store food items in large quantities or to preserve vegetables and fruits. It is recommended to look for features such as counterbalanced lids, which allow you to browse through the contents without having it fall on your head, or inside lighting that makes organizing simple.

There are a range of designs that are ideal for garages and outbuildings. They all require manual defrost, but are typically quiet and energy efficient.

Size

A chest freezer is a lot of storage that is ideal for garages or in a utility room. It will let you keep that pile of apples that your neighbour gave you for winter crumbles or bulk-buys, such as whole sides of chicken wings and salmon. It will also make room in your freezer and fridge for the daily frozen staples.

We have designs from a variety of reputable white goods manufacturers that come in a range of heights and widths to make your home more comfortable. You can opt for a sleek and compact model which can be easily placed in an alcove or under the stairs or a bigger chest with a capacity of up to 519 litres, which is ideal for dinners and snacks for parties.

Many models come with one or more wire baskets that are perfect to store small items such oven chips and frozen vegetables. The counterbalanced design of the top doesn't strike your head when you lift it. You can also make it an elevated platform to access items in the back. Some are equipped with a quick-freeze function, for that extra blast of coldness to make the most of your fresh meals.

Make sure that the freezer is designed to be used in a garage, or an outbuilding attached to your house. Most are not designed to function in rooms that are not insulated and temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius. This could cause a warranty to be invalidated.

Energy efficiency

It is important to check the energy efficiency of any freezer, regardless of whether it's for use at home or a commercial one. Fridges and freezers can consume lots of energy, so choosing the most energy-efficient model can reduce your expenses over time. You can locate the Energy Rating on the page for the product, that will reveal the amount it is expected to cost to operate.

Size is another feature to consider. Chest freezers are usually longer and lower than upright freezers, so it is important to ensure that you have enough space in your home to accommodate one. It's important to keep in mind that the bigger the freezer, the more energy it'll consume.

There are a variety of companies that specialize in energy-efficient appliances, including Danby and Whirlpool. They have smaller footprints and superior insulated interiors, which helps keep frozen food cold for longer. Prices start at less than PS250.

A chest freezer can aid in avoiding food waste, and store essentials in case of bad weather. A new freezer is an investment that is costly but will reduce your expenses over time.

Noise

There is a chance that you are worried about the sound the chest freezer is likely to make when you're shopping for one. It's understandable that a raucous sound can be alarming, since freezers are typically quiet appliances. But don't worry there are a variety of reasons your freezer may be making a noise and they're not always the bad news you might think at first.

Defrosting your fridge is required if the freezer is producing noise. Chest freezers must be regularly defrosted to keep them running efficiently and to prevent ice build-up. Luckily, this isn't nearly as complicated as it might sound.

There are a variety of models to fit your needs and space, from compact models perfect for small spaces to massive 500+ litre ones designed for large families. If you're looking to make a chic white kitchen appliance or something more garage-friendly, there are a lot of options to pick from.

This garage-friendly model from Hotpoint offers a great combination of price and size. The 255-litre capacity will give plenty of storage space for frozen ready meals and batch-cooked stews, while the internal light and counterbalanced lid help with accessing foods that are located at the bottom of the appliance. It is also A+ Energy Efficiency rated and comes with a power failure safe-store feature. You can keep it on standby up to 24 hours in the event of a power failure.

Convenience

When choosing a chest freezer, you should be paying attention to models with additional features that make the appliance more convenient. For instance, some have alarms or lights that go off if the temperature starts to rise. This can help reduce food waste, and can save you money in the long run. Certain freezers come with lockable lids that are useful for those who are concerned about the possibility of burglars or children gaining access to their contents, especially if the freezer is kept in garages.

A lot of Willow W142CFW 141L Chest Freezer - White (www.frydge.uk) freezers don't have drawers or shelves, which makes it difficult to reach the items at the bottom. Find models that have storage baskets in the top. These can be lifted to allow you to access those foods. Certain models also have controls at the bottom of the doors, which are especially useful if you have back problems or are unable to bend over.

This smart-looking Fridgemaster's Black Chest Freezer: Ultimate Storage Solution chest freezer is suitable for garage use and offers a large capacity of 312 litres -perfect to hold a family's freezer of ready meals or batch cooking. It comes with many other useful features, like an adjustable temperature, safe power failure storage and the ability to quickly freeze. It's also extremely energy efficient and is rated with an A+ energy rating.