Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

Think about a chest freezer if you want to store food in large quantities or to preserve fruits and vegetables. Look out for features like lids with counterbalance that let you look through the contents without falling over your head, or internal lights to make organising simple.

There are a range of styles that are suitable for outbuildings and garages. They all require manual defrost, but generally, they are quiet and energy efficient.

Size

A chest freezer is a great way to store a lot of food in the garage or in the utility room. It will let you keep the abundance of apples 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 fridge and freezer for the staples you use every day.

We have designs from a variety of reputable 198L White Chest Freezer with 5-Year Warranty: Buy Now goods producers, in a choice of heights and widths to match your home. You can choose an elegant and compact design that is easily tucked away in an space under your stairs or in an alcove or a bigger chest with capacity of up to 519 litres to accommodate all those dinners and snacks for parties.

A lot of models come with one or more wire storage baskets that are perfect to store small items such as frozen veg and oven chips. The counterbalanced design of the top doesn't strike your head when you lift it up. You can also make it an edging to access items in the back. Some come with a fast-freeze feature, giving you that extra burst of coldness to make the most of your fresh food.

Check that the freezer is approved to be used in a garage or an outbuilding that is attached to your home. The majority of them are not designed to function in rooms without insulation that are below 10degC. This could affect the warranty.

Energy efficiency

It is important to check the energy efficiency of any freezer, regardless of whether it's a home appliance or a commercial one. Fridges and freezers can consume plenty of energy, so choosing a more energy-efficient model will save you money over time. The Energy Rating can be found on the product's page and will let you know how much the appliance is expected to cost.

Size is another aspect to think about. Chest freezers are generally longer and lower to the ground than upright designs It is therefore important to make sure there is enough space for one in your home. Also, keep in mind that a bigger freezer will consume more energy.

Danby and Whirlpool are two brands that are experts in energy-efficient appliances. They are smaller in footprint and have incredible insulation, which helps to keep frozen food colder for longer. Prices start at less than PS250.

A chest freezer can help you avoid food waste and can be used to store essentials in case of bad weather. Buying a new freezer can be expensive however it will be beneficial and save you money in the long in the long.

Noise

You might be worried about the noise that the chest freezer can make when you're looking for one. In the end, freezers tend to be quiet, so a loud sound could be alarming. Don't panic. There are a myriad of reasons that your freezer could be making noises. There aren't any bad reasons.

If your freezer is making loud noise, you might have to defrost it. Chest freezers should be regularly defrosted to ensure that they run efficiently and to prevent ice build-up. Fortunately, this doesn't have to be as complicated as it sounds.

There are plenty of models that can meet your needs and space from small models that are ideal for small spaces, to huge 500+ litre models made for large families. There are a variety of options, whether you want an elegant white home addition or a more garage-friendly.

This Hotpoint model is perfect for garages and offers an ideal balance of size and price. The capacity of 255 litres gives you plenty of space to store frozen meals as well as soups cooked in batches. The interior light and counterbalanced cover allow you to easily access food items in the bottom. It's also A+ rated for energy efficiency and has a safe-store in case of power failure feature. It can be left in standby mode for up to 24 hours in the event of power outage.

Convenience

It's worth searching for chest freezers that have features that will make them more convenient. Certain chest freezers come with lights or alarms that activate when temperatures rise. This helps to cut down on food waste, and could reduce your expenses over time. Some freezers come with lids that lock which are beneficial for those who are worried about burglars or Frydge kids accessing their contents, particularly if the freezer is kept in garages.

Many chest freezers do not have shelves or drawers, so it can be difficult to reach the items on the bottom. Look for models that have storage baskets in the top. They can be lifted out to allow you to access the items. Similarly, some models have controls at the bottom of the door, which can be especially useful when you find it difficult to bend down or have trouble with your back.

This sleek black chest freezer is suitable for garage use and comes with a large capacity of 312 litres. It's perfect to store a family's frozen ready meals or batch cooking. It also comes with a variety of other useful features like an adjustable thermostat and power failure safe storage and a speedy freeze function. It is also extremely energy efficient and is rated an A+ rating.