Black Chest Freezers

Black Whirlpool WHM3111 Chest Freezer: 312L Capacity White freezers provide plenty of space for your frozen food items. They are an excellent choice for areas that suffer from power outages since they keep food frozen much longer than upright freezers.

If you plan to store your model in the dark basement or garage be sure to look for models which include interior lighting. This feature will make it easier to locate your food items and reduce energy wasted.

Capacity

Anyone who has to store extra frozen food can benefit from the chest freezer. You can keep leftovers, seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as your own homemade meals in them. Many models have removable baskets and dividers, to allow you to organize your contents in a way that is suitable to you. You can also find models that are energy efficient and require less power to operate.

Choose models that are built to withstand cold temperatures, if you plan to store the freezer in a chest in your garage or shed. Some models can operate in temperatures even -10 degrees Celsius.

This budget model provides almost 100 litres of extra freezer space and fits neatly in an uncluttered corner of your kitchen. It's not frost-free, and doesn't have a temperature display that is digital but it's inexpensive enough that the compromises are easily accepted.

If you need a bigger freezer, but don't want pay the premium for the most expensive model, this chest freezer from Hotpoint is a great option. Its capacity of 255 litres provides enough space for summer icecreams and stews that are cooked in batches during winter. The sleek, black finish will look great in any kitchen. It comes with a manual defrost, drain and wash system, and a vinyl-coated basket that helps you divide your food items into different portions.

Energy efficiency

A freezer can be a valuable addition to any kitchen, and it can reduce food waste by keeping extra foods frozen. However, it can also increase energy bills because it consumes more energy to keep frozen food cold than refrigerators do.

Consider buying a chest freezer that's Energy Star certified to reduce the energy bills. These models are insulated with foam and use a type of refrigerant called 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane, which does not deplete the ozone layer and is considered safe for indoor usage. Upright freezers consume more energy because they have a larger footprint, and are less insulated.

Since they are shorter and lower, longer, chest freezers can provide more storage space. However, they can take up a lot of floor space. They also require a lot of space to accommodate the height of the door which can swing left or right.

To save space and money, opt for an appliance with a built-in storage basket to organize your food. A wire basket can allow you to fit more food in less space than shelves, which is a good choice for families with a small storage space. Automated or manual defrost could make a chest freezer more efficient in terms of cost. Self-defrosting freezers use less energy than a manual one that cycles on and off regularly to prevent the accumulation of ice.

Noise

Black chest freezers emit less noise than upright freezers, which makes them perfect for your garage, shed or outbuilding. If you hear noise at night, this is likely due to the normal expansion and contraction of the freezer walls. This will not keep anyone awake. Some models are extremely quiet, averaging just 38dB. You don't have to be concerned about disrupting your family or neighbors with loud appliances. If you're looking for an extremely quiet black freezer, you should check out Currys own brand Logik range, which is surprisingly affordable. Garage-friendly freezers can be purchased for Frydge less than PS200. They come with more than 50 litres of storage space.

Defrost time

Most chest freezers require manual defrosting which means that you have to unplug the freezer, then open it up to let all the frozen ice melt. Certain models are easier than others to defrost. The GE FFP245LDBS belongs to this category. It has a removable basket for making it easier to organize, an inside lighting, and an adjustable top that won't fall on your head when you reach for the freezer to get a frozen pizza. It also has an recessed handle and foam insulation to improve energy efficiency.

Chest freezers are commonly purchased to provide extra storage space. They are ideal for storing large tubs of ice cream, bags frozen vegetables, or sections of meat. They are usually large and come with lids that hinges from the top. Some come with bins and dividers to assist in organizing, while some are self-defrosting, and have locks.

Some of these freezers can last up to 48 hours with no thawing when you keep the door closed. This is great in the event of an emergency however, if you need to keep the freezer open for long periods of time be sure it is located in a cool location and that it has plenty of airflow. Be sure not to put anything warm in the freezer, as it will alter the temperature and cause it thaw faster.