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Why Buy a Chest Freezer?

For those who wish to cut down on food waste and make the most of the abundance of food available, the Chest freezer uk freezer is a must. This simple model offers plenty of space and is affordable to run, plus its lid that is counterbalanced won't crash on the person who is reaching for an unwelcome pizza.

Capacity

Chest models are an excellent alternative for households that need more space to store food items. They are typically located in basements, garages or utility rooms and come with a wide selection of capacities that range from less than 100 litres to over 500 litres. Top-loading, they have lids that open wide so that it is easy to access. Some also have an extra storage basket at the top to store smaller and more frequently used foods.

The size of your freezer depends on the amount of storage you require as well as the number of household members. The best chest freezers uk practice is to have 2.5 cubic feet of freezer space for each person in the house Also, you should think about the amount of frozen food you have in your freezer as well. A larger freezer is ideal when you intend to freeze large slabs or bulk ingredients.

If you are primarily concerned about cost then we recommend the LOGIK L198CFB20 because of its value and space-saving features. It has a spacious capacity of 93 litres and comes with a sleek black gloss finish which makes it an ideal choice for modern kitchen designs. It also has the benefit of a counterbalanced lid, which won't hit you on the head when trying to retrieve a buried pizza slice. It isn't equipped with some of the convenience features like a fast freeze feature and digital display.

Energy efficiency

Often used in a garage or utility room, chest freezers are a convenient way to store food items particularly for batch cooks and allotment holders. They are more energy efficient than upright freezers, and they can keep temperatures at a lower temperature for longer because of the insulation on the side walls. They can keep their contents in a freezer for up three days when not connected. This makes them an ideal choice for power outages and home moves.

There are many chest freezers that are A+ rating for energy efficiency. We also offer frost-free models. These freezers tend to be slightly more expensive to run, but they will reduce energy consumption and produce ice less often.

If you want to save money on your freezer's running costs select one that utilizes the HFC-245fa refrigerant that is eco-friendly. This information can be found on the product page or in the specifications of the freezer.

Space

A chest freezer is a great source of space to store food. Chest freezers feature an airtight seal on the lid, in contrast to upright swing-door models that may have gaps in the door frame. This design helps conserve energy and ensures a consistent temperature for food.

A typical chest freezer requires approximately 230 kwh to maintain its cold temperature, according to GE Appliances. This is lower than the 240kwh required by a typical upright refrigerator.

The size of the freezer you select will depend on the things that you'll be keeping in it. Maytag suggests allowing 2.5 cubic feet of storage space per household member however some buyers may require more capacity than that. If you intend to freeze your meat or purchase in bulk it is possible that you will require more space than a conventional freezer.

Small models with small footprints, such as the Essentials C95CFW20 from Currys is ideal for tucking into an unheated garage or utility room. These models are low-profile and appear more like mini fridges rather than traditional freezers. More spacious models, such as the Fridgemaster MCF198 from Currys, are suitable for an open kitchen, but be a bit more noticeable in a garage, or an unheated utility room. These freezers are ideal for homeowners who need extra space but don't want be burdened by the high operating costs of deep freezers.

Safety

In an examination of the history of domestic technologies researchers from Finland, Norway and the UK have examined how the freezer came to be accepted as a standard home technology. Their research has revealed an intricate process of 'domestication that reveals how the social significance of a technological object is formulated and designed and how it is used. The freezer is just such an everyday appliance in the home, but its widespread and not-critical acceptance shows how intricate the process of domestication actually is.

When you are buying a chest freezer, look for models that have child locks. These locks can prevent children from climbing in and getting trapped or suffocated. It is also essential to look for a model that has an open drainage system in the front so that any excess water from defrosting can be easily drained away. Some models also come with an additional basket or two at the top of the compartment to keep bags of frozen peas and homemade ice lollies upright and to stop small items being thrown away in the freezer's depths.

Some freezers do not have internal lighting, making it difficult to see what you are looking for in the dark. This might not be an issue when you use the freezer to shop for groceries on occasion, but it's a big issue if you're planning to stockpile food items that require storage for a long time, or in the case of children at home that might be inclined to wander around in the dark to find something to eat.