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A guide to buying a refrigerator
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Space is a major consideration when choosing a new fridge, as if you buy one that is too big for your kitchen, you will have a big problem on your hands. Fridges come in two basic styles, under counter, which come in a standard vertical dimension of 85cm and are intended to be placed under a work top, and free standing fridges, which are much taller. Under counter units tend to contain ice boxes, and this gives you more freezer space, but the downside of having an icebox is that they tend to frost up your fridge. Larder fridges do not, and often come with an auto defrost setting which can be a real time saver. Another popular style of fridge is the combination fridge freezer, and these are usually free standing units with a freezer at the base and a fridge at the top, and these can be a good solution for kitchens where floor space is at a premium. If you are after even more space, American style wide fridge freezers can be a good option, as they offer a range of areas with independent temperature controls, and chilled water and ice dispensers, but the downside of these is that they are power hungry and comparatively noisy. Integrated fridges feature doors that match the rest of your kitchen units, and do not look like a fridge until they are opened.
Some fridges have more features than others, and some of these features can come in very handy indeed. An adjustable thermostat can come in handy, as this allows you to control the temperature inside your fridge. Another handy feature to have is a temperature warning light, as these can tell you when the fridge is getting too warm or too cold. A door open alarm can be very helpful also, especially if you are prone to leaving the fridge door slightly ajar.
Auto defrost functions regulate your fridges temperature in order to prevent the build up of frost. Fast freeze settings can be very useful for when you are loading fresh food into the freezer. Some fridges have fans that blow cold air around the fridge at a constant temperature, and this will keep your food fresher, and hastens the the process of cooling after the door has been shut.
Although they are a bit more expensive, glass shelves are far preferable to wire racks, as these are more hygienic and easy to clean than wire racks. Other helpful features include wine holders, egg racks, and shallow shelves on the inside of the door where you can keep frequently used items such as margarine or spreads.
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This article about fridges was written by Beatrice Simonsen. For a great deal on a white or black fridge freezer, visit currys.co.uk.
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